One of the newest options for tool carrying and 'immediate availability' are tool vests. At Toolventure the following two company's products caught our eye as great alternative options for building and construction trades people; particularly when compared to the more conventional rigs, aprons and belts.
Matching Workwear
Firstly - as an entry option - from Scruffs comes the trade workvest; a waistcoat styled workwear garment with oversized pockets for lots of typical hand tools plus three tool loops. Sizes up to XXL are available from stock and will match their trousers and jackets to give a professional look.
Belt-Free Tool Carrying System
If significantly more has to be carried then we have the Occidental Leather Stronghold Suspenda vest. This superb concept has the flexibility to create a complete belt-free carrying solution. Starting with no less than 17 pockets and holders, any tool pouch that accepts a 3" belt can be added, one each side. Fully adjustable to fit any size with a quick releasing chest buckle, these vests help avoid the hip and lower back pains that some users of traditional belts occasionally suffer.