Description
Bowman EVO III (Tan)
The Bowman EVO III is a lightweight tactical headset in tan, styled after the Bowman-type headsets used by British and NATO forces. It puts a single earpiece and a boom microphone on a simple headband, so you can talk on the radio while keeping one ear open to what is happening around you.
Good communication wins games, and a headset frees your hands from a handheld radio so you can keep both hands on your replica. A light, open design like the EVO III is comfortable for long game days and fits easily under a cap or with eye protection. The tan colour suits desert, coyote and multicam-style loadouts.
Design and features
Retailer listings for the Z-Tactical Bowman EVO III describe a removable, flexible boom microphone that can be moved so the earpiece and mic sit on either side of your head, an adjustable headband with mesh padding, and an open-type earpiece with an integrated ear cushion. Our listing does not name the maker, so please check the product images to confirm the details of this unit.
Because one ear stays uncovered, you can still hear footsteps, calls from team-mates and marshal instructions, which is a big advantage in woodland and CQB alike.
Connecting to a radio
A headset of this type does not plug straight into a radio. The same listings note that a PTT (push-to-talk) switch, sold separately, is needed between the headset and the radio, and that the headset works with the Z-Tactical PTT range. The PTT also carries the connector for your radio, so choose one that matches both the headset and your radio’s socket.
Key features
- Bowman EVO III style tactical headset
- Single earpiece keeps one ear free
- Boom microphone
- Mic and earpiece can be swapped to either side, per retailer listings
- Lightweight headband design
- Works with a compatible PTT (not included)
- Tan colour
Compatibility
You will need a compatible PTT switch and a radio. Retailers list the EVO III as compatible with Z-Tactical PTT accessories. Check that your PTT’s headset plug matches this headset and that its radio plug matches your radio, for example a Kenwood-style or Motorola-style connector.
Care and maintenance
Unplug the headset from the PTT after games and coil the cable loosely rather than wrapping it tightly. Keep it dry, and if it gets wet, let it dry naturally before plugging it in again.
Wipe the ear cushion and headband pad now and then, especially after hot days. Store the headset in a pouch or box so the boom and cable are not crushed by heavier kit.
Who is it for?
This headset suits players who want a light, comfortable way to use a radio on the field, from newer players joining a team to milsim players who want a Bowman-style look.
Please note: Radio and PTT switch are not included. Always wear eye protection when playing.
