 While they were introduced to overcome existing limitations of the current uniform, such as allowing for less hindrance in body movement due to the more relaxed fit, and its non-flammable properties, they met with opposition from some officers who feel it projects the wrong image to the general public, including its "technician" look.Officers began to don the new combat uniform from 21 August 2006.All patrol-officers of the PCG are equipped with the Taurus Model 85 revolver, much like their Land Division counterparts.