First Watch AV-800 Four Pocket Flotation Vest - OD Green - Large to XL

The First Watch AV-800 Four Pocket Flotation Vest in OD Green (Large to XL) is a purpose-built personal flotation device engineered for maritime professionals, rescue personnel, and water-based tactical operations. This vest combines buoyancy certification with modular pocket organization, delivering the flotation reliability required in high-risk water environments without sacrificing operational mobility or gear accessibility.

The AV-800 features four dedicated pockets for stowage of essential gear—including a lash-tab attachment point in the upper left pocket for secondary equipment integration. The removable fleece-lined collar with ventilation port at the base reduces water accumulation and allows extended wear without chafing. A hook-and-loop panel on the back accommodates agency patches and identification markings. At 1.6 pounds, the vest delivers flotation performance with minimal weight penalty, critical for divers, boat operators, and water rescue teams requiring extended operational periods. The large-to-XL sizing accommodates varied body types and layering configurations common to cold-water and tactical environments.

The AV-800 is purpose-designed for coast guard personnel, rescue swimmers, maritime law enforcement, commercial fishing operations, and offshore recovery teams. The four-pocket configuration supports mission-specific loadouts while maintaining buoyancy integrity. OD Green coloring integrates with tactical gear systems while remaining visible in water. This flotation vest suits both professional maritime operations and serious recreational watercraft use where reliability and functional integration with duty gear are non-negotiable.

First Watch has established itself as a manufacturer of marine safety equipment trusted across professional maritime and rescue sectors. The AV-800 reflects the brand's approach of integrating flotation compliance with practical operator-focused design—pockets and attachment points that water professionals actually use rather than decorative features that complicate maintenance and field deployment.