NITE MAVERICK - TOM BLAKEY
Serving Platoon Sergeant in 4 Para - Founder of outdoor pursuits company First In Events
25 years in the Parachute Regiment
Tom served in the Parachute Regiment for 25 years, in 1 Para, the Pathfinders and the Red Devils. He deployed on operations in Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Macedonia, Iraq and Afghanistan, and on exercises and courses worldwide in locations such as Belize, Corsica, Kenya, Botswana and Brunei. He continues to serve as a platoon Sergeant in 4 Para, the reserve battalion of the Parachute Regiment.
RED DEVILS SKYDIVING
During his service Tom qualified as a Jungle Warfare Instructor, Weapons Instructor, Military Tandem Master and Forward Air Controller. Tom has conducted over 4500 skydives to date, including numerous military HALO and HAHO jumps, and high profile parachute displays with the Red Devils, which he now continues with the Jump Dogs Parachute Team.
First In events
Tom established an outdoor pursuits company in 2021, First In Events, conducting military based challenges and courses, based on his experiences in the Pathfinders. Activities include the Fan Dance, Tandem Skydives, Navigation training and Survival courses.
In his spare time Tom enjoys hillwalking, skydiving, keeping fit, and creating content for his Youtube channel, Prepared Pathfinder.
As Worn By TOM
Tom, relies on equipment that can withstand the toughest conditions while maintaining top performance. His ALPHA Z Blackout is the perfect balance of durability and style, trusted to keep up with his demanding lifestyle.
This is a watch engineered to withstand the toughest operations, designed for those who push beyond the limits. Whether you're on the ground or deep in the action, the ALPHA Z delivers unwavering performance, proven through passion, trusted by those who serve.
