Onyx M-24 Manual Inflatable Life Jacket - Realtree Max-5® Camo

The Onyx M-24 Manual Inflatable Life Jacket in Realtree Max-5® Camo delivers dependable flotation for water operations, maritime patrol, and off-shore activities where immediate deployment and low-profile carry are essential. This manual inflatable design prioritizes accessibility and reliability in dynamic field conditions where automatic systems may activate prematurely or in inappropriate contexts.

Activation occurs via a simple "Jerk to Inflate" handle that deploys the primary chamber without batteries or moving parts subject to failure. Backup oral inflation provides secondary deployment capability if the manual handle system is compromised or inaccessible. At 0.7 pounds, the jacket remains low-profile under operational gear without sacrificing buoyancy. The compact dimensions—12 x 1 x 20 inches when stowed—allow integration into tactical load-bearing systems, boat operator stations, or pack assemblies without imposing bulk penalties. Realtree Max-5® camo coloring maintains visual consistency with modern hunting and outdoor tactical platforms.

This configuration suits boat captains, swiftwater rescue personnel, commercial fishing crews, and tactical operators conducting water-adjacent missions where passive, non-intrusive flotation support must remain available without active wear burden. The manual activation model eliminates concerns about involuntary deployment in shallow-water environment transits or during submersion in rough conditions where automatic sensors might cycle prematurely. Manual PFDs remain the standard for professional water operations where operator control and deliberate deployment override convenience automation.

Onyx Outdoor manufactures coast guard-compliant personal flotation devices across manual and automatic systems. Manual models are preferred in commercial and tactical maritime contexts for their mechanical simplicity and elimination of electronic failure modes. Operator familiarity with pull-to-inflate mechanisms ensures consistent deployment across variable environmental conditions.