Unchained Preppers
General Category => Gear Review => Topic started by: technique on August 28, 2011, 08:32:33 PM
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OSOE Mookie War Rig Light -PALS
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OSOE MIOX pouch- holds my Chemlights and NVG/IR laser (PEQ-15A) batteries.
(4) HSGI Taco pouches- Holds and mags I run, AR/AK/SCAR
OSOE Tear off med kit- QC/Combat gauze/Nasal airway/Decompression/extra tourniquet
CAT tourniquet
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll42/technique408/Photo1-19.jpg)
This is my all around patrol rig. Armor rig will be updated and posted soon.
Post your Kit.
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This is my Wife's Gear.
Colt Retro A1 CAR15
Glock 17
Condor Plate Carrier
(http://i625.photobucket.com/albums/tt331/juba811/Gear1.jpg)
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These are my EDC, and Bob Kits I use, they serve me well and are the results of decades of CCW and gear needs inthe field and civilian life? Enjoy, RON L
EDC Fanny Pack, My Day to day 24/7 carry:
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/EDCFannyPackandwhatIc.jpg)
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/EDCFannyPackandwhat-001.jpg)
EDC weapons consist of 1 of these 3 handguns:
M-95 Classic Licenced Argintine Copy of Browning High Powwer in 9MM
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/Firearmscurrentpics7-003.jpg)
S&W Model 36 38 SCPL 2" Snubnose Revolver in Robart finish:
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/Firearmscurrentpics7-001-1.jpg)
Rock Island 1911A1 Clone in 45ACP, 5" Barrel with Beveled magazine well, opened up ejection port and rubber grips
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/45lesson001.jpg)
All Mag fed Pistols include Holsters and 3 mags of each as well as 1 additional box of 50 rounds!
Bob Kit:
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/BobPicsandNewPlantstan.jpg)
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/BobPicsandNewPlant-001.jpg)
This Kit includes Shoulder Bag with extra Pouches on side as well as Glasses case, Boot Knife/Sheath,
Pilots flask canteen, Water Purification straw, food items, fishing gear, Mainstay food bars,
8x20 Bynos, Bore Light, Pistol Cleaning Rod set with Brushes and cleaner, March case, Swedish Firesteel rod and magnesium,Piton, LED Tactical Light, Leatherman Micra tool, Screwdriver sets,
jewlers screwdrives set for glasses, 2 BHP or speedloaders or mags for EDC Pistol, mag pouch or case for above AM/FM/SW Radio/Batteries AA Rechargable, Pocket Chain saw, Magnify Glass, Escape saw, Hooded Poncho, Clean up whipes P-38/P-51 can openers, Neck chain, Sunglasses RX, Meds, 2 days supply!
Car BOB is extra and has the following:
Brown/Tan Co Bag with shoulder strap as not to call attention to it or contents:
British 1 QT Canteen, Cover, 2 Cups
Sling shot and 30 rnds ammo
Solar Powered , crank powered, AM/FM Radio set and Wall adaptor
400 Watt DC to AC Converter unit
Blue Enemal Cup/Sierra Cup Stainless steel
British Heximine folding stove and Triox Extra Fuel
Ball Cap/Tea/Winter hadt and Light gloves
Box Klenex in Plastic Bag
Zip Ties Pile of/Road atlas in Plastic Bag
Pens, pencils and magioc markers/ Fish Gear and Drop line set
Disposable Camera/Food Bars/Disp Lighters/Strike anywhere matches/
Dryier lint Roll kits/Hot Hand packs/magnify Glass
Gold Coin Gages set/Small Med kit
SAS Book/Playing cards/Body Lotion
Green Nylon Bag with:
Most Towetes/Gerber tool Bits/ Yelo Lite
Comb/Zippo Flints/Needles/Safety Pins/
4AAA Led Light/TP Squares/key chains
AM/FM Pockert radio and Ear Phones
Super Glue/p-38 can opener/compack fork, knife sppon set
Pistol clean supplies
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/BOBSTUFF004.jpg)
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/BOBSTUFF003.jpg)
This layered kit is made to complement the EDC kit and has additional Items
Main Bug out.Bug IN Bag Kit is based again on a layered additinal additions to BOB
and EDC and starts with a CFP-90 main Combat load pack, then the Following:
Gortex Sleeping bag cover and medium Cold GI Bag
Kyadin Vario water Filter and Coffie Filters for water Pureification
Hudson Bay Hatchet and cover
Caribiner/Ice Pick/TP/Klexex Box in Plastic Bag
Coleman Peak 1 Veri Fuel stove and Fuel Bottle/Fuel Funnel
Knife, Fork, Spoon Combo Lexan
Matches strike anywhere as well as Lifeboat Brit matches
Lighters Disposable/ 4 storm candles
7X35 Byno's wide angle
Hankercheif/Aladin cup
Large and small water bottles - Water Pure tabs
P-38/P-51 Can openers
Gun Oil
Needles and Safety Pins, Sew kit, Dental floss
AM/FM Pocket radio and re-chargebale batteries with ear phones
Pen, pencil, majoc markers and more
Mainstay food bars/Small Bottle Honey
Salt and peper shakers compact
Magnesium chips,/Laundry Lint Roll sets
Flip Flops, Tap Light/ batteries in AA
Small and large cook pots
Fish Gear/Drop Line combo
Clean Up Kit complete
35MM Camera and Flash
size 9MM Black nam Boots
Inflatable Pilows 2
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/cfp90bob003-1.jpg)
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/cfp90bob001.jpg)
Knives and Cutlery will be dispirsed in the kits and include the folowing BOB and edc kits:
Camilus BK-7 Combat Knife with Sheath, this Knife Replaced a Ka-Bar that I carried for years!
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/BeckerBK-7CombatKnife001.jpg)
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/BeckerBK-7CombatKnife002.jpg)
Damascus Tanto knife custom made with Leather sheath, while I'm Not all that Fond of the "Tanto Design"
I do Love Damasas Steel and Stag Handles this one has BOTH!
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/DamascusTantowithSta-001.jpg)
CRTT Copy of A.G. Russels STING 1A Boot Knife, Nice small consealed carry Knife many times on my
hip next to my CCW pistol
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/KnivesandHolsters002.jpg)
Spyderco 'Police Model" Combat Folder
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/KnivesandHolsters001-1.jpg)
Kershaw Pocket Carry
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/KERSHAW001.jpg)
Spyderco TRI-Angle System/case
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/Knifesupportitems003.jpg)
Stones, Files and case
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/Knifesupportitems001.jpg)
Maglite with Led Bulb as well as Gerber Multi-Tool- Same tool was Issued in the Navy years ago
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/Knifesupportitems002.jpg)
Leatherman Mirca tool
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/Knifesupportitems008.jpg)
Swiss Tinkerer Knife with Sissors, and Multiblades, an Older knife but a Fav of mine
(http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii240/RONSERESURPLUS/NewCutleryPics001.jpg)
Winchester Multi-tool, this is a cleaper version of my Normal Letherman and Gerber series,
I mated it up with the Becker BK-7, so that expands the Usefullness of that total package
and it's solid and reliable but cost me a lot less!
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Awesome ron!!!!
Will you adopt me? ;D
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBuL109Sk1U
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Nice set up!
Man my dad had one of those bamboo cutters back in the day..that thing will take a finger off real quick like!
But he made a snap over sheath for his,kinda like the one that comes with the SOG tomahawk...it wasnt super quick to brandish but he could carry it on his belt.
Thats the only thing he carried in the woods back hom in WV.
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Nice set up!
Man my dad had one of those bamboo cutters back in the day..that thing will take a finger off real quick like!
But he made a snap over sheath for his,kinda like the one that comes with the SOG tomahawk...it wasnt super quick to brandish but he could carry it on his belt.
Thats the only thing he carried in the woods back hom in WV.
man, I love that thing. I hacked through a bed post in two swings. had a video of it for YT but it failed to upload. Then it got deleted. >:(
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Reaver... Nice kit. i dig it alot.. i think mine is more basic then that. lol its all on a belt and thats it.
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This is my Wife's Gear.
Colt Retro A1 CAR15
Glock 17
Condor Plate Carrier
([url]http://i625.photobucket.com/albums/tt331/juba811/Gear1.jpg[/url])
The umbrella corp patch is the shit
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<img src="http://www.smileydes
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http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i375/WhiskeyJack1/SDC11195.jpg
VooDoo tactical LBE.
Water bladder holder in rear
Lots of molle
drop leg holster (cant remember the Brand)
Dump pouch
Three pistol mag holder- condor
GI Grenade pouch. (wishful thinking)
Gadget pouch - Condor
I have modified this vest to meet my needs.
Plz keep in mind this rig is light but thick material. I live in New England and it serves well for cold weather Ops. I can wear alot of layers underneath it. I wont be adding much elses to this kit as the weight can sneak up fast with 6 loaded ak mags and my other gear. but pulling two mags from the outer most pouches ads mor storage and lightens the load considerably.
I wouldnt recomend for the south or southwest regions.
I dont mind sweating a lil in the summer but it helps keep my core warm in January.
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This is just my primary rig setup and it doesn't include all the little thing like knives and paracord
OSOE mookie war rig lite
5.11 tactical IFAK with V.O.K
5.11 tactical 6x6 GP pouch
5.11 tactical dual pistol mag pouch
Surplus pistol belt
In the market for a new holster (suggestions welcome)
Various containers and methods for carrying water
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SOE go bag
I use it as my new aid bag
it's the shittt
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This is just my primary rig setup and it doesn't include all the little thing like knives and paracord
OSOE mookie war rig lite
5.11 tactical IFAK with V.O.K
5.11 tactical 6x6 GP pouch
5.11 tactical dual pistol mag pouch
Surplus pistol belt
In the market for a new holster (suggestions welcome)
Various containers and methods for carrying water
Hows the 5.11 gear workin for ya,and whats the pricing like now?
I have a catalog but its outdated. Do they work deals on the more you buy less it is kinda thing?
Sorry for all the questions,but your the first i've noticed thats running 5.11.
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I have quite a few 5.11 items and really like them. Some I have and love the quality but have no real use for them. Ill post my "kit" later, right now working too hard on catching up on making videos.
This is just my primary rig setup and it doesn't include all the little thing like knives and paracord
OSOE mookie war rig lite
5.11 tactical IFAK with V.O.K
5.11 tactical 6x6 GP pouch
5.11 tactical dual pistol mag pouch
Surplus pistol belt
In the market for a new holster (suggestions welcome)
Various containers and methods for carrying water
Hows the 5.11 gear workin for ya,and whats the pricing like now?
I have a catalog but its outdated. Do they work deals on the more you buy less it is kinda thing?
Sorry for all the questions,but your the first i've noticed thats running 5.11.
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the Contents of my range/go bag
(http://www.everycitizenasoldier.org/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/newgear2010/.pond/MGL2A.jpg.w560h420.jpg)
Summer Rucksack
(http://www.everycitizenasoldier.org/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/newgear2010/.pond/MGL4A.jpg.w560h432.jpg)
Video of go bag
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4J9M_w0LWg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4J9M_w0LWg)
Video of 3rd line
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrZI_7mLysE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrZI_7mLysE)
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Just got word my new armor is shipping and I should see it sometime next week.
I'll do a full review when it gets here.
Until then, I've been sitting on this carrier for months now.
I can't wait to use it.
Crye Precision JPC ( Jumpable Plate Carrier)
It weighs just 1lbs.
I like that it has nothing but needed material. This is no excess material.
The cumberbun is just webbing, double layered and stitched into MOLLE.
There isn't excess Cordula around it. It's breathable.
It has a plate pillow that is also breathable.
Front.
3) built in AR mag holders.
3) BFG 10 Speed pouches on top of the built in ones, I have the option of running
a total of 6 mags but the BFG pouches lay flat when not in use. They can also carry other specific items. (like the tourniquet pictured)
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll42/technique408/Photo1-45.jpg)
With 5 mags.
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll42/technique408/Photo1-44.jpg)
Back.
Pretty slick. Just 2 additional BFG pouches for buddy mags or other gear or radio.
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll42/technique408/Photo1-43.jpg)
The plates I picked up are only 3.2lbs each making the entire carried and armor
weigh in just under a L single SAPI or ESAPI plate.
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Roger that...i was curious if the quality is worth the price?
@ outofnowhere btw
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yea it is worth the price
Crye is always pricey, however they are always innovative and new
I like the carrier and think i will invest in one sometime, its lightweight with no frills
think of falling out of a plane with a ton of heavy gear
ounces = pounds and pounds=pain
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You sure got that right!
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Roger that...i was curious if the quality is worth the price?
@ outofnowhere btw
I personally believe that the quality is worth the bit extra you are going to pay for the 5.11 pouches. They attach and detach easier than any other pouch I have used and stay firm and stable. I have never had a problem with mine and have been using them for years. I'm not a huge fan of their dump pouches as they are bulkier folded than some and have no retention method at the mouth of the pouch when its open. But I will probably be buying another of their mag pouches soon.
Buy em off USCav.com and use coupon CAVTNP for a discount. Whether you like the guy or not, it saves you money ;D They only have them in black and coyote at the moment but check out the video Ill be posting soon and change the color yourself!
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Thanks for the info [URL=http://www.smileyvault.co
I will be checking into it!
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I have several rigs, low-pro, overt, competition, and training. Usually they are weapons-system specific but I try to keep my low-pro (and most likely to use rigs) flexible (hence the use of HSGI Taco's).
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/DavePAL84/projects/low001.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/DavePAL84/projects/low002.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/DavePAL84/projects/belt001.jpg)
I keep my blow-out kit on my first line gear.
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Nice rigs, btw. I have a few things in the mail. Will post when I get them....
As for 5.11, they make some quality pouches. I really like their attachment system. Another place to look is www.lapolicegear.com They have specials about once a month. Just check www.retailmenot.com for coupon codes, or sign up for their newsletter.
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Love the patch....
wherd ya get it?
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[URL=http://www.smileyvault.co thanks!
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Ron, I love it! Its a real nice setup. And the EMBRACE THE SUCK is one of the best patches Ive seen since Major League Infidel. Heres a little something I have. Not the whole Bug Out gear, Just the good old hammer and chisel.
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z429/PatriotSeeker/GEAR2.jpg)
Starting from the left I have a :
WASR-10/63 Romanian w/Red dot. UTG quad rail. Tapco side stock. Chinese AK-47 Sling. Tapco 30rd mag.
Black shooting gloves.
Taurus 617 .357/.38SPL 7 round cylinder 2"Barrel. Compact frame.
Center:
(Awesome Dont Tread On Me hat from Kaufman's ABQ NM.)
Blackhawk Omega Tactical Vest EOD.(Left side of pic; Breast Pocket. Flashlight/Flare Pocket. 2 heavy pockets. Right side;Radio Pocket, shotgun shell pocket and Velcro strip. 3 AK-47 30rd Magazine holders. Or AR mags. Chinese AK mag holder as make shift dump pouch. Tac belt.)
Far Right:
200 Rounds of 7.62x39mm In waterproof heavy plastic bag.
2 boxes of .357 158 grain JSP and FMJ. 100 rounds total.
Green GI 12ga Shell holder. Fits 10.
Mini-Mag flashlight.
4 AK-47 30 round mags. 1 tapco polymer . 1 Russian steel. 2 Romanian steels.
Bottom:
1 Day MRE. Entre, Side, Energy Bar, Bread bar, Grape jelly, Squencher drink mix. Oatmeal cookie. Instant coffee/cream/sugar. Plastic spoon, knife, napkin and salt and pepper. ( I can make this stretch out for more than two days. Possibly more depending on conditions. But like I said, this is just a quick combat load. More like a scouts pack.
Tasco Binoculars.
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New plate carrier came in the mail today. I've developed a whole new vocabulary of foul language getting those taco pouches on. I'll update after I beat on it a bit next weekend....
Shellback Banshee Plate Carrier
2x LVL 3 10x12 SAPI plates
3x HSGI Taco Pouches
Blackhawk Padded Patrol Belt (got it for $1 on eBay. Fits real good and has that third button on the buckle)
Blackhawk Serpa (yup, I'm a lefty)
HSGI Bleeder/Blowout Pouch (6" Israeli Bandage, Quick Clot, roll of gauze, pair of latex gloves. Need a good tourniquet.)
Maxpedition Roly Poly Dump Pouch
HSGI Taco Pouch
Condor 2x Pistol Mag Pouch. (it does the job.)
(http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m504/veritas8985/rig.jpg)
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@ technique
You may want to choose something other than those ten speed mag holder from BFG. I used some for about a month and they lost their multicam pattern along the lines of the mags. So now I have VERY faded multicam rectangles on the front of the pouches. I know you could just take the shit out when your not using it, but think about when your in the field and having to grab your kit in a hurry and shove mags into those pouches, which is a little bit of a pain in the ass, as I am sure you know. I ended up putting them on the rear of my carrier, like you did, so that I could throw mags/ radio/ etc.. in there if the mission deemed such.
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@ technique
You may want to choose something other than those ten speed mag holder from BFG. I used some for about a month and they lost their multicam pattern along the lines of the mags. So now I have VERY faded multicam rectangles on the front of the pouches. I know you could just take the shit out when your not using it, but think about when your in the field and having to grab your kit in a hurry and shove mags into those pouches, which is a little bit of a pain in the ass, as I am sure you know. I ended up putting them on the rear of my carrier, like you did, so that I could throw mags/ radio/ etc.. in there if the mission deemed such.
Oh yeah. I've had to toss a few of the BFG ten-speed line of products. That's part of the beauty of them though, IMO. You can pay $30-$40-$50 for s single mag pouch whereas the Ten-Speeds are $28 for a triple shingle.
I have them set up there as a "just in case" I need more mags- option. I'm not a fan of double stacking and only do so if necessary. I like to have them there because they lay flat when not in use.
I usually don't store stuff in them when I'm not out in the field. I've noticed this extends their service life.
The other downside is not being able to reinsert the mag after a tac-type reload without completely fumble fucking.
Not something you wanna be messing with. They create the need for a dump pouch for sure.
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(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll42/technique408/Photo1-60.jpg)
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll42/technique408/Photo1-59.jpg)
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll42/technique408/Photo1-58.jpg)
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nice tech, you running a 1911 now?
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Sometimes I run the 1911. My warbelt has my M&P9 holster MALICE'd to it so I still mainly run that.
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that is a slick setup, i dont have a PC but i dont think i am gonna get one either.
i do have a brokos belt on order so ill see how that works
i like to keep it simple, that rig you have there looks sweet but way out of my price range right now
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i keep everything in my simple Oakley backpack
it works great
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Technique: what kind of radio is that ?
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My U.S. Grunt Gear Infidel war belt with:
2x HSGI double decker TACOS
U.S. Grunt Gear IFAK
Maxpedition rollypoly dump pouch
Raven Concealment holster for my xdm w/tlr3 (soon to be glock 19 w/ raven holster)
This setup is primarily for home defense or if need be, grab'n go
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I've been rearranging stuff - cramming more stuff in the pouch dedicated to "utility" and got some new pics taken
I am moving away from a dedicated pistol belt and just using a duplicate of my CCW rig
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/currahee/permanent/DSCN7715.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/currahee/permanent/DSCN7718.jpg)
Chest rig contents: Mora knife, pressure dressing, HX370 Radio, 2x light sticks, Sharpie, two pairs flex cuffs, 3 magazines (can be upped to six if needed), CAT
Belt BOK kit: 6" Izzy Dressing, scissors, Quick Clot (I need to put in some gloves which I removed for whatever reason)
I usually have a Multi Tool on the belt too (I was wearing it) and in the field I keep a small blue LED around my neck
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BLACK Point blank body armor with level 3a soft inserts and level III SAPI plates.
Six 7.62 tactical mag pouches, 1 cross draw Beretta chest holster, dual Beretta magazine pouch, attached one point sling, attached camelbak water bladder, one CAT Tourniquet.
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What happens to open top mag pouches when you crawl?
They all needed disassembly and cleaning.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/currahee/DSC06741_zpsae839221.jpg)
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LOL, Currahee. Been there done that...learned and moved on.
Just curious...What is the purpose of the shotgun shell? Looks like you are carrying a AR.
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What happens to open top mag pouches when you crawl?
They all needed disassembly and cleaning.
([url]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/currahee/DSC06741_zpsae839221.jpg[/url])
Is that a Condor rig? Looks quite a bit like mine.
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It is not my rig, one of my training buddies.
Johny, the 12g is probably left over from a three gun match.
Frosty- I believe it is a Condor
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That's what happens when you crawl with your CH at belt level. My current CH has the same setup but I wear it just under the pecs. My mag bottoms would almost be even with the nipples in that photo and don't drag in the mud when going under a standard O-course wire section.
My next CH will have flaps though as I've come to the conclusion that unless I'm in a MagPul class, I don't need screaming speed access to them as my primary speed reload is off the belt anyway.
Will add my gear next month. I'm almost done tweaking it.... for now. :)
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My mag bottoms would almost be even with the nipples in that photo and don't drag in the mud when going under a standard O-course wire section.
I could see a guy banging his teeth out with his mags that high :lmfao:
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Depends on how low your nipples are I guess. Yeah, that was poorly written. LOL
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(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/currahee/2014Gear_zps88d42caf.jpg)
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This might sound odd, but why the bump cap?
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Currahee can answer for himself but if I remember correctly it provides a better platform for the NVG than the "skull crusher."
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Currahee can answer for himself but if I remember correctly it provides a better platform for the NVG than the "skull crusher."
Yep
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And no-one wants to bang their head into shit... just saying..
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Are you talking weight distribution or tightness of the head harness?
Because my neck used to get tired but never my head.
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And no-one wants to bang their head into shit... just saying..
I need to wear the shit while I'm taking a dump. The wife comes in, gets something out of the cabinet above me- leaves it open, stand up, BAM!!! (Once is an accident, once a week is a deliberate ambush.)
Burt, a helmet is just a whole lot more comfortable than a skull crusher
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Loud 'n clear.
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Currahee wrote:
I need to wear the shit while I'm taking a dump. The wife comes in, gets something out of the cabinet above me- leaves it open, stand up, BAM!!! (Once is an accident, once a week is a deliberate ambush.)
:fuckYeah: :lmfao:
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CURRENT RIG
- 1st Line
- Gun Belt
- EDC
- 9:00 (1) (16rnd) G17 mag / (1) flashlight
- 3:00 G17 in Kydex OWB
- EDC +
- 11:00 flashlight in front pocket
- 9:00 kydex (22rnd)pistol/(22rnd)pistol/(28rnd)rifle pouch
- 3:00 G17 in Kydex OWB
- Cargo pocket (BOK = Cerlox & SWAT-T)
- Sunglasses
- iPhone
- K-Bar sm. TDI fixed blade
- Custom noise clipping ear plugs
- Asolo Hikers
- ASP Defender
- Ironkey with critical docs & portable apps
- Baseball cap
- GI Fleece
- 2nd Line
- Heavy belt
- TT Duty belt
- Condor MOLLE pad on TT duty belt
- 11:00 Kydex pistol pouch (G17 22nds 9mm)
- 9:00 Condor (1-2mag) AR15 Mag pouch (28-56 rnds 556mm)
- 7:30 TT dump pouch (w/ H2O filter bottle)
- 6:00 SOE BOK
- 5:30 E&E kit / GPS
- 4:30 Condor (1-2mag) AR15 Mag pouch (28-56 rnds 556mm)
- 3:00 Glock 17 w/TLR-1 in 6280 (22rnds 9mm)
- 2:00 Dbl pistol mag pouch (G17 mag 16 rnds 9mm & Leatherman Super-tool)
- Banshee PC
- 11:00 radio w/mike
- 12:00 (3-6) AR15 mags
- 12:30 SOG Multi-tool
- 1:00 CAT-T
- Gloves on biner
- TT ROP "Battle Pack"
- Fighting Gear
- Leica 1600 LRF
- (4) Loaded AR15 magazines
- Medical
- BOK Inside Ziplock
- IZZY-D / Cerlox / Asher / #14 needle / Naso & lube / SWAT-T
- Food / Water
- (1) MRE’s broken down
- (10) Hard candies
- (2) instant coffee packets
- (3) ltr water reservoir (full) /
- Titanium Spork
- Shelter / Hygiene
- GI Poncho
- Tyvek tarp w/ Mylar casualty blanket sewn in between 2 layers
- (1) Skivi roll
- Summer
- underarmor longsleve Summer shirt
- wool blend socks
- skivies
- Winter
- underarmor longsleve Winter shirt
- wool blend socks
- poly long-johns
- skivies
- Shemagh
- Misc kit:
- H2O purification tablets
- (10) ft 550 green
- (3) ft 550 orange
- (4) ranger bands
- Camo
- Moleskin
- Deet
- Bag Balm
- Ibuprofen, Benadryl
- Baby Wipes
- Dental floss, safety pins, needles
- Triple Ointment
- Butterfly / Normal Bandages
- 6" zip-tys
- Tools & More
- SPARK Gen1+ NV Monocular w/(2) spare CR123s
- (2) smoke grenades
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Nice rig.
does your pack integrate with your belt?
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What's your radio with mike?
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DVC,
as Burt wrote, "nice rig!" :lmfao:
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DVC, your ready to rock-it with that set-up. :thumbsup:
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Nice rig.
does your pack integrate with your belt?
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What's your radio with mike?
No integration, I just piled it all up for the pic. I have two radio types (TYT-UHF1 (http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/8789) & Baofeng UV-5R (http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/10349)) but after using both, I will leave the 5R's for handouts and carry the TYT in this rig. Both radios use Kenwood parts and the mike is a KMC-17
I've re-worked that list a million times, but am pretty happy with the setup now. I use it on Mondays at Practical Rifle (http://mrpc.info/practical-rifle/) to stay use to it's weight and keep shaking out the gear. The pack goes into a Large Alice to complete my BOB setup which is still in flux.
The top picture is my EDC+ setup and is not worn with the rest which is the 2nd line Heavy.
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DVC, your ready to rock-it with that set-up. :thumbsup:
It's a good balance for me. I spend 3-4 hours in it every Monday running drills and am not worn out by the weight. Total I think it's near 45lbs with armor and water in the pack. I'd have to double check that number though, it's likely a bit lighter.
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I have two radio types (TYT-UHF1 ([url]http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/8789[/url]) & Baofeng UV-5R ([url]http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/10349[/url])) but after using both, I will leave the 5R's for handouts and carry the TYT in this rig. Both radios use Kenwood parts and the mike is a KMC-17
Good price on that dual band :thumbsup:
Out of curiosity, what kind of engagement scenario do you have that battle pack set up for?
Just tell me it's none of my business, if that's the case.
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@gunner,
My whole "heavy" second line (I include the "battle pack" as second line) is grab & go for vehicle ops or OP around the property if things get bad enough to need exterior security patrols/OP/LP in a grid down or great depression scenario.
My idea is to keep things as flexible as I can and somewhat layered with the pack being non-essentials but important ad on items like NV/extra med/ammo/shelter.
EDC+ and PC (partial lo-pro)
EDC+ and PC and Pack (partial lo-pro w/ pack for surveillance mounted ops)
Battle belt and PC and Pack (hi-pro full battle rattle for static position or movement to contact)
Battle belt and pack (several day long patrol)
Battle belt (long range patrol, short time out)
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Hey DVC,
the Practical Rifle program at MR&PC looks pretty cool. I wish there was somewhere near me that offered that.
Some great stuff man! :thumbsUp:
I am running the Baofeng UV5 on my battle belt. The TYT UVF1 is only $110- and you think it is better...If you can would you explain your comparison between the two and why here or start a new topic.
Thanks
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Understood.
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Weights (I guessed 45lb, reality = 58.4 as shown + 10.8 for carbine = 69.2lb although the PC and pack would rarely be carried together for much distance.) Training with it all on does not seem that bad, but I'm going to have to try cutting that down.
- Warbelt 14.4lb
- Banshee PC 22lb
- TT ROP 22lb
- Loaded Carbine10.8lb
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@johnny,
The 5r is a great budget setup, the TYT is just a notch up IMO as far as ruggedness/speaker clarity/Overall size and doesn't have a light that might come on by accident.
Both are the same for handheld programming, they suck, and both are easily programmed with CHIRPS.
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I'm not certain of your occupational background, but if I'd have to guess it's mil/law.
And you are applying your operational experience to you new scenario. Recognize that in this new position you don't have that logistical support you could count on previously.
Now to my point, with your current set up what is your operational distance/time? (D/T) Previously you'd supply, head out, operate and return. With a "prepper" scenario that is not guarenteed. At which point the attenuation of your capabilities will be more deadly then bullets.
When I put my kit together* I recognized that having arbitrary quantities of supplies like food, water, batteries was just careless guesswork and that I would need to maintain all of them for as long as possible and have a means to resupply them without undue increase in risk.
I can relate to your kit and the idea behind it (sound a bit weird), because you've layered it almost the same way I have mine. EDC, Belt, PC, Pack. The only thing i'm not seeing is if you've considered your D/T with layers removed.
My EDC layer gives me a maximum of 2 days of E&E with out resupply before shadows start looking like bad guys. (I'm working on a bail out kit and would welcome some ideas)
My EDC + Belt gives me 3 days of operational reconnaissance capacity + the ability to resupply bare essentials.
My LBV allows communications & engagement possibility.
My EDC + Belt + Pack gives me 8 days with the ability to resupply food, water, power indefinitely.
* Yes I don't have it posted here it just always seems unfinished to me. I'll make an effort to post it.
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Thanks DVC for your thoughts/experience on the radios :thumbsUp:
I hear ya Burt. I have been meaning to post a picture of my stuff BUT it never seems to be done. For example I am having a new "retention holster" made for my new battle pistol. When I receive it I will post.
Yupper, I am moving from my 1911 to a 9mm on my battle rattle. I know that this is heresy to many of you. I saw the benefit of carrying 39 rounds vs. 24 in three mags when doing some recent training. Can't afford a new handgun so I am going to be carrying my trusty Browning Hi-Power. Not as sexy as a H&K P30 or Sig P220 but what the heck...Use what youz gotz. ;)
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A brief aside:
Actually Johnny, if you look around there are pretty good deals on polymer 9 mm pistols. I was having trouble with my Sig P250 (read: we weren't meant for each other) and traded it pretty much straight even for a Sig SP2022, the polymer version of the Sig P226. It even came with night sights! :-D
Anyways, point is if you don't have the money but are looking for a newer model 9 mm pistol, there are some great trades to be made.
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I'm not certain of your occupational background, but if I'd have to guess it's mil/law.
And you are applying your operational experience to you new scenario. Recognize that in this new position you don't have that logistical support you could count on previously.
Now to my point, with your current set up what is your operational distance/time? (D/T) Previously you'd supply, head out, operate and return. With a "prepper" scenario that is not guarenteed. At which point the attenuation of your capabilities will be more deadly then bullets.
I'm not sure what you mean? What other scenario is guaranteed?
My gear reflects my mission that crosses over from property patrol (belt), to vehicle / static OP, OPS.
There is no guerrilla warfare in the plan and no need for extended supply past a day as it's Alamo or bust for me.
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Thanks DVC for your thoughts/experience on the radios :thumbsUp:
I hear ya Burt. I have been meaning to post a picture of my stuff BUT it never seems to be done. For example I am having a new "retention holster" made for my new battle pistol. When I receive it I will post.
Yupper, I am moving from my 1911 to a 9mm on my battle rattle. I know that this is heresy to many of you. I saw the benefit of carrying 39 rounds vs. 24 in three mags when doing some recent training. Can't afford a new handgun so I am going to be carrying my trusty Browning Hi-Power. Not as sexy as a H&K P30 or Sig P220 but what the heck...Use what youz gotz. ;)
BHP is tried and true JM, but like Rah mentioned, there are some fantastic deals on new 9mm out there, as there seems to be a glut after the panic buying of the last couple of years. Might be a good time to jump on them before the next panic. Could have kicked myself for not scoring a Sig 2022 for well under $400 not that long ago.
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Be sure to look for things like Night sights when you're browsing. Used Sigs, I find, are more likely than other brands to have the "SigLite" night sights because they're their own brand. Good deals on used pistols with aftermarket night sights don't seem as common. If anyone else knows of a company that is similar, I'd like to know about it.
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@burt & Johnny
Post up your stuff even if it ain't finished. You can always put on the list stuff you are gong to get also.
If you wait until it's perfect, it will never be posted. Also the point is to start a discussion on WHY your setup is how it is (as Burt has done) not show off pretty gear.
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There is no guerrilla warfare in the plan and no need for extended supply past a day as it's Alamo or bust for me.
Then your rig is excellent for an Alamo scenario.
But why settle for "bust"? Why limit your mobility?
Because shit will happen.
Your onsite water could run dry, or become contaminated with something.
Bad fire discipline could damage a critical renewable you were counting on.
Poor weather, vehicle accident, etc.
Any number of things could render your Alamo unsecured or unsustainable without a siege.
I'm not trying to be a prick here and play devils advocate. It's just that what ever hardship you or I or any one else for that mater it is going to be facing can be traced back to not having a supporting economy to sustain ourselves. And while "preppers" or what ever the hell we are try and localize that sustaining human habitat (economy). The option of nomadic ability is often thrown by the wayside. Don't misunderstand me a complex economy is the future. but an ability to separate ourselves from it lest the price becomes to high (not necessarily money) is a freedom and tactical advantage I relish.
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@burt,
Mobility is limited by not being able to leave over a dozen family members who are not preppers. I do have a "bugout" 23ft 5th Wheel for last ditch nomad trekking (and vacations :) ) and agree that you need to have options, but my primary and most likely path will be "alamo" in the case of an sudden "Event" like EMP, Earthquake, etc.
For slow erosion, hyperinflation, etc. I would likely be going Nomad in the trailer looking for work and the extended family who are not preppers would end up on some kind of .gov welfare/soup line.
I don't have all my eggs in one basket if that's what you are worried about.
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A dozen people?!
You sir are a better man then I. :thumbsup:
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Well I finally had some free time today to take a picture or two of my kit.
Below attached is my battle belt, battle vest and primary and secondary in word.doc format. I can't figure out how to post it in this field so you could actually read it.
As everyone's kit, they are work in progress and mission specific. Yes they deed some camo dye, just haven't gotten around to it. Just too much to do here at the cabin this time of year.
Open to any suggestions...
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Tactical shamag FTW! :fuckYeah:
also
I've got a set of like new OD Blackhawk! H suspenders i'm not using if you need them.
and side question: did you try to not match any cammo pattern?
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Yeah a shamag to match my AO. I was wondering if anybody would take note.
I use it deer hunting as the camo mask I use to wear tended to fog up my glasses unless it was perfectly on and I breathed a special way. Down at Max's I wet and then rolled it and put it around my neck during the afternoon as it was hot as all get out on the range.
My camo pattern or in my case lack there of was dictated by $$$ and availability. I know it isn't tacticool but I am not a tacticool type of guy. 8) For example I bought US Army surplus when I could due to the price. Even haggled the price down when appropriate, e.g. the three US ARMY canteen pouches. ;)
PM me a price on the BH "H" suspenders and if the price is right I would be happy to take them off your hands. ;D
On the other hand a short story (for me anyways) on the holster I am currently carrying on my battle belt.
I mentioned in a prior post that I am dropping my 1911 from my BB (Battle belt) and going to a sidearm that would hold more rounds than eight. So I pulled my BHP (Browning Hi-Power) out of the safe.
Trying to find a retention holster for the BHP prooved to be problematic. Basically nobody offered one but Safariland. They would not make one where the pistol was cocked n' locked only hammer down. Then I remembered that a teammate at MVT had a custom made holster for his H&K P30. I emailed him and he gave me the name of N.U.O.S.U. who makes retention holsters on the side.
I contacted him and he was more than willing to make me one BUT he did not have a BHP Blue gun to use for the template. I found one, cocked n' locked and sent it to him. About 2 weeks after he received the Blue Gun I received my new retention holster with a Safariland hood.
There were a few cliches which he fixed in a NY minute but all and all I am very happy with my holster.
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Thanks for sharing your setup JM! :thumbsup:
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Ain't nothin wrong with a "man scarf!" I have the same one but keep it out of photos for fear of ridicule. :)
My buddy gives me crap for it but they just work.
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Thank you USMC0331 :thumbsUp:
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They can keep you warm, cool, stop your bleeding, etc.. pretty versatile piece of equipment.
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Ok ok, yeah I know it's about time...
(http://i.imgur.com/qHKYtge.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xvrJ5k1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8vGGG5A.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4B3POYp.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jaqQSJa.jpg)
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(http://i.imgur.com/zZAAGb0.jpg)
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First Layer.
EDC
Gear
- Vertx Phantom OPS pants
- Vertx Gunfighter shirt
- Danner Mount Defiance boots
- Black Diamond Apex gaiters
- USGG Velcrow belt
- Alta knee pads
- Moisture wicking base layer.
- Columbia Schooner Bank Cachalot
- 5.11 Hard time gloves
Content
- Morakniv Bushcraft Forest
- Exotac pollySTRYKER fire steel
- Camenga wrist compass
- Mylar blanket
- Identification
- Ballpoint pen
- Grease pen
Second Layer.
Battle Belt
Gear
- USGG Infidel Padded War Belt
- USGG accessory pouch
- USGG canteen pouch
- USGG mini IFAK
- Maxpedition ROLLYPOLY dump pouch
- 2x Maxpedition double mag pouch
- BlackHawk! Special Operations Holster
- Chinook Medical TMK-IFAK
- Rifle sling buckle
Content
- 5x 11round 22/45 mag with T-K extension.
- 55 rounds of 22lr CCI
- Black Diamond Re-Volt LED headlamp
- Tinder canister with cotton, lint, steel wool, fatwood.
- Steel Nalgene canteen
- GSI steel canteen cup
- Cotton handkerchief
- Diamond sharpening rod.
- 1.5oz Goldbond medicated powder
- Exedrin 50 count
- 0.5oz Neosporin
- 2oz Iodine
- 2 pair nitrile gloves
- Assorted bandages
- Loperamide
- Hydrocortisone
- Assorted gauze pads
- Medical Tape
- Diphenhydramine
- Compressed gauze
- 4'' Israeli Bandage
- Bolin Chest Seal
- Decompression Needle
- Nasopharyngeal Airway w/ lube
- Bandage Sheers
- Forceps
- Permanent marker
- Duct tape
- CAT Tourniquet
- Quickclot combat gauze.
- Ruger 22/45 Lite
- Pistol Cleaning kit
- Leatherman Rebar multitool
- Brunton 10x30 monocular
Third Layer.
Plate Carrier + LBV
Gear
- USGG Grunt II plate carrier
- USGG 7.62 chest rig
- Tactical Tailor micro radio pouch
- ESS glasses pouch
- Otis Rifle maintenance pouch
Content
- Waterproof local Map
- Standard military protractor
- Rite in the rain 6x4 notebook
- Dyechem yellow marker
- Steel plates
- Yeasu VX-6R transceiver radio
- KaBar TDI tanto
- ESS Ballistic eye wear + maintenance
- Earpro
- Rifle cleaning kit
- DS Arms SA58 paratactical FAL rifle
- 6x 20 round magazines with magpuls
- 120 rounds of ball
- Aimpoint Comp M4 optic
- Insight WL1-AA
Note: it doesn't HAVE to be 22lr as my sidearm...
edit: gloves
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Burt, I am speechless! :o
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Yes i know I should vacuum more often...
But I just bought a shiny new Shark that is better at the right kind of sucking then my old one so i promise I'll clean up.
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Very nice Burt.
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Burt: very thorough rig. :)
Those it may be a tad dark for many environments but i dont know what your AO looks like
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Burt: very thorough rig. :)
Those it may be a tad dark for many environments but i dont know what your AO looks like
I appreciate that Erick. I'm going to have to attribute that to the lighting and the white back ground during the picture shoot. The camera compensated for the bright glossy white by darkening the whole image.
I noticed that the Left side shot (with the smiley) turned out the best.
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I was too busy beating off to make any thoughtful observations. :o
Remind me to give your kit a better look at my desktop where I can actually see it.. Stupid phones..
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I love you long time
solider prepper with HAPPY ending...
You are a hoot TG! :cheers:
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USMCo331 gets credit for my IFAK set-up by stearing me towards Chinookmed. Their set up (although pricy) is perfect.
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looking through my pictures I found some oldies from my previous kit. :hiding:
some of you might remember them from one of the (many) previous forums we were on.
I thought it would provide some contrast
(http://i.imgur.com/ZijXDnL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vK3MEam.jpg)
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Try and control yourself Thatguy... ???
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Burt, is pic 1 your battle belt and pic two your vest?
Pic one is self-explanatory with the exception of the rolled 'thingy' in the back.
Pic two: I know you are sporting a new set-up however have one question with this older set-up.
One of the safest position is prone behind something, with that said, man O' man you have a lot of stuff on the front of your vest that will dig in and also not provide you extra millimeters to get down even lower.
Your thoughts would be appreciated.
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Burt, is pic 1 your battle belt and pic two your vest?
Pic one is self-explanatory with the exception of the rolled 'thingy' in the back.
Correct Jmac, the fanny pack contained my ponchocouple of other goodies and a place to store the straps if I didn't need them.
Pic two: I know you are sporting a new set-up however have one question with this older set-up.
One of the safest position is prone behind something, with that said, man O' man you have a lot of stuff on the front of your vest that will dig in and also not provide you extra millimeters to get down even lower.
Your thoughts would be appreciated.
Very observant!
I had WAY to much ammunition on my front and yeah it was incredibly uncomfortable. The plates helped a bit with it but if you'll notice my new set up everything is flush to adjust for that one fact.
Also I don't have those two large pouches on my side anymore again helping in the prone and just overall movement.
All of which moved me away from the military "I'm a human pack animal" mentality.
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Burt, how do I get other guys to break that mentality?
I took a former 11B hiking a couple of weeks ago and dude's pack was easily 80lbs.. A dozen pair of socks, 6 MREs, a fucking E-tool and all manner of other bullshit..
All he brought that got used as his mess kit (which was) WWII issue, one pair of socks, sleeping bag, puss pad and poncho. I could have strangled him.
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You know TG when I started out backpacking my first hike was with a 50# pack :facepalm: I literally only used about 20% of what I had packed away. Upon getting home I threw everything I didn't use into a pile.
Then I compared notes of what my backpacking buddy didn't use and used. We coordinated what we brought before we left on our next trek. Both of our packs came in under 20#'s and was much more manageable.
The reason for the short story is that some folks just have to figure that out on their own. You can only say, "the wood stove is hot - Watch out!" so many times. Sometimes you have to let the person burn themselves. ;)
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Burt, how do I get other guys to break that mentality?
I took a former 11B hiking a couple of weeks ago and dude's pack was easily 80lbs.. A dozen pair of socks, 6 MREs, a fucking E-tool and all manner of other bullshit..
All he brought that got used as his mess kit (which was) WWII issue, one pair of socks, sleeping bag, puss pad and poncho. I could have strangled him.
Ok I would approach him about it in a few different ways. just because he has the gear doesn't mean that they are still viable modern options.
The army/military DOES NOT use the best gear. They work off the "if it's not broke don't fix it" principle and they don't give a shit if the guys that lug it around break because of it. (looking to replacing my millsurp sleeping bag "the brick")
Next I would communicate to him that this is a different mission, a different theater, a different enemy, with no support in the rear. That should destroy whatever he thought he knew about camping/hiking/surviving. He's no longer part of a unit. He's OP4 (opposing forces).
Then with that in mind I'd coax him to apply that "attention to detail" & "accept only excellence" as he puts all his gear on military tribunal and justifies every single piece on the criteria of:
Is It Efficient?
Is It As Light Weight As Possible
Does it last?
Is It Multi Purpose?
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Notice my multipurpose beer?
(http://i.imgur.com/EvcKENo.jpg)
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Well I got this new plate carrier and a few pouches from USGG. Its a sweet ass vest. This sucker is built to last! I did not pay for this myself, god knows I couldn't afford it. A friend of mine was so generous that he decided out of the blue to buy it for me and have it shipped directly from the workshop, to my house. I'm forever grateful and will make sure I put it to good use. No closet decorations here! Its setup to supply a shotgun as a primary.
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@ken,
can we see inside the shell holders?
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@ken,
can we see inside the shell holders?
Will this work brother?
http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/12-RND-SHOTGUN-AMMO-POUCH-p973.htm
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Notice my multipurpose beer?
([url]http://i.imgur.com/EvcKENo.jpg[/url])
You a warm beer kind of guy too?
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You a warm beer kind of guy too?
Brought a sixpac cooler pouch all the way from Wisconsin to Colorado to drink that tasty Wisconsin beer ice cold with my buddy Mountain...
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@ken, it looks like each shell has it's own elastic loop, correct? Nice setup for running multi load shotgun outside of competition .
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@ken, it looks like each shell has it's own elastic loop, correct? Nice setup for running multi load shotgun outside of competition .
Thats correct. I prefer it to the velcro shot cards for speed and simplicity and the ammo is secure and out of the elements until its needed. I run all #00 in the pouches and all slugs on my fixed side saddle.
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Ken, what shotgun ?
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Ken, what shotgun ?
18.5" 870.
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Ken, this USGG?
http://www.usgruntgear.com/ (http://www.usgruntgear.com/)
That is pretty damn sweet, nice acquisition!
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(http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i407/CSouza06/DSC_5225.jpg) (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/CSouza06/media/DSC_5225.jpg.html)
(http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i407/CSouza06/DSC_5226.jpg) (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/CSouza06/media/DSC_5226.jpg.html)
Shellback Plate Carrier with 3-HSGI Rifle Tacos, 1 HSGI Pistol Taco, 1 HSGI Taco for Flash Light, 1- Freeman Knives Blade, 100l Bladder, Blowout Kit
- If not using the battle belt I use a Ory-Gun Kydex Holster with a kydex rifle mag holder for my "happy mag".
- I add my comms Pouch as necessary. As i only occasionally get to shoot where I use comms, I dont generally have my kit set up with it.
(http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i407/CSouza06/DSC_5227.jpg) (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/CSouza06/media/DSC_5227.jpg.html)
Battle belt with 3 HSGI Rifle Tacos, 2 Snake Eater Tactical Pistol Mag holders, Ory-Gun Kydex Holster, HSGI Taco for Flash Light, HSGI Pistol Holder for multi tool, ESEE-4 Blade, Blowout kit
I generally wear one or the other, and cant remember the last time I wore both together. I run these fairly slick with a choice of 2 different packs (24hr or 72hr) that I use in conjunction. My Nods are part of my Pack load out.
For a sling I use a BFG VCAS sling that I stitched to work as a 1 or 2 point sling using Magpul hardware. I set up my rifles the same so that I can use the same sling and they all operate the same. 90% of the time I use it as a 2pt sling, but it is nice to convert to 1pt in higher intensity and cqb situations.
I like the HSGI Tacos for rifle mags as they will accept AR mags (80% of the time for me), .308 Mags (15% of the time for me) and AK mag(5%) though the AK mags are not "ideal". Last class I ran my AR for 1 day and my LMT MWS for 2 days and used the same kit all the way through.
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AWESOME CJS06! :thumbsUp:
Pic 2, is that your IFAK in the pouch to the right? I don't see a CAT tourniquet anywhere: Do you wear one?
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Ken, this USGG?
[url]http://www.usgruntgear.com/[/url] ([url]http://www.usgruntgear.com/[/url])
That is pretty damn sweet, nice acquisition!
Yeah thats them.
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Damn it, all this talk of food is making me hungry!
I'm super jealous of all the real-estate you've got for patches on your carrier there CJS06. :thumbsup:
And how well does your K knife draw from that position?
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AWESOME CJS06! :thumbsUp:
Pic 2, is that your IFAK in the pouch to the right? I don't see a CAT tourniquet anywhere: Do you wear one?
Johhny That is my IFAK. My CAT tourniquet is just hidden in that view. It is on my right side and i can reach it with either arm.
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Damn it, all this talk of food is making me hungry!
I'm super jealous of all the real-estate you've got for patches on your carrier there CJS06. :thumbsup:
And how well does your K knife draw from that position?
Burt while I was typing I kept wondering why I was having such a hankering for Mexican food. :)
The knifes position with the kit on is vertical...in the pic it looks like it is angled back but it isnt once the kit is put on. I can draw easily with either hand as the knife is located just to the right side of my torso.
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looken good Currahee :thumbsUp:
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Wow... ACU almost blended in with something. :faint:
almost = failed...
speaking of.
Got a couple of free pairs of large regular to anyone on the forum. Seriously help me out and free up some of my trunk space...
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Large regular ACU? I might take you up on that. I need something to practice making a ghillie suit on.
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Wow... ACU almost blended in with something. :faint:
almost = failed...
speaking of.
Got a couple of free pairs of large regular to anyone on the forum. Seriously help me out and free up some of my trunk space...
Actually I RIT dye them dark green and it's blending a good bit better. Works well looking through night vision as well. $15 pants are to good to pass up.
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Large regular ACU? I might take you up on that. I need something to practice making a ghillie suit on.
My first attempt a few years ago... works decent. However if its hot out I would die probably lol... needs like half the burlap it has. I ended up adding dark brown and green to it as well.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/27/aede28fa2b5ee3bb52e831ef03983ce1.jpg)
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They have a ton of different colors of burlap at Joann fabrics. I was there just the other day.
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Getting some crochet supplies? :P
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I actually make soap and pick up fragrances there.
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Oooh artisan soap...
I'm a fan of "The Paper Street Soap Company" myself.
I'm just teasing I go to those types of places too... the only way to get decent string with some tensile strength.
you might even notice some of my sewing skilZ on those ACU's.
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Joanne fabrics is GREAT!
I will not hesitate going there especially with the customer service I get from the sales ladies when there. They really tend to cater to my needs.
I have purchased fabrics for curtains (Yes I sew...I was taught by my Grandmother and it has come in handy over the years especially repairing sails) and I buy my pillow ticking stripe fabric there for patching when shooting the flintlock. .023 thickness patch + .526 pure lead round ball + 80 gr FFF = A very accurate lead pill traveling at ~1,600 fps at muzzle.
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So when can we expect a "survival sowing" thread by burt and mac? haha. I love how jmac slips in the "I sow and can kill you with a solid lead ball" just in case anyone laughs.
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especially with the customer service I get from the sales ladies when there... They really tend to cater to my needs.
Now read this in Sean Connery's voice for a laugh...
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Most of the employees here do not know a sewing needle from a hypodermic. But with the one lady who knows at the JoAnns here, I would need brain bleach if I heard that voice.
Nemo
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Burt and thedigininja ;)