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New for 2011, the X.9 model from Thune becomes the new 'top of the range'
model from this leading manufacturer.
The starting point for the development work of the X.9 models was not to make
something which looks very different but a creative approach to solve several
different problems that appear for rifle shooters with different techniques and
body builds. The X.9 models are designed to be technically the best solution for
every shooter.
The new features include:
- A new cut for the lower leg that avoids the trousers pushing the
shooters knee or lower leg forward in the standing position.
- The left knee Top Grip padding moved a little higher to the left
to ensure that the padding always is in the right place for every shooter in
the kneeling position - even when the shooter places the left elbow behind the
knee.
- In standing shooting position the trousers may press into the right hip
especially for shooters with an extreme backbend position. A panel of Clarino
in right hip area reduces this pressure, making the shooting position more
comfortable and potentially reducing the effect of the pulse.
- Adjustable belt loops give the shooter the ability to adjust the
height of where the belt is worn
New from October 2011, Kurt Thune have introduced a new 'Hybrid' fabric that
is part synthetic, part canvas. This material has been used to add two new
variants to these X.9 trousers, the Hybrid-Pro and the Hybrid:
- The Canvas-Pro variant consists of two layers of canvas - the same
construction that has been in use for many years. When new the trousers
are very stiff, and will not comply with ISSF stiffness regulations
until they have been broken in.
- The Hybrid-Pro variant consists of two layers of the new Hybrid
material. When new the trousers are a little less stiff than the
Canvas-Pro version, but will still need some breaking in before they will
comply with the ISSF regulations. The material is more durable and will
retain its stiffness for longer than the Canvas model.
- The Hybrid model has an outer layer of the new Hybrid material, with a
cotton fabric inner later. When new the trousers will be close to the
ISSF stiffness regulations, and require a much shorter breaking in time - but
will not provide the same degree of support in the longer term. Aimed
primarily at recreational shooters and those who do not want to undertake a
breaking-in period before going to equipment control.
Click here for a copy of the Thune flier
which illustrates the new features.
Click here for the sizing chart
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