Here's  mini review on my AWS tactical LAB (Light Assaulter Belt) System. I have been wanting to try one of these Inner/outter belt systems but was not looking to lay out $200. A fellow ARFCOMER  did a review on these along with a visit to the AWS factory and it peaked my interest. So I bought one.

The web site made it pretty easy to customize want I wanted.  It took about 5-6 weeks to get it, but for the price it was worth the wait.

I finally got to run it a few times at the range, and so far, I'm loving it... much better then my old school padded ICE belt. After messing around with pouch placement and how I wanted to integrate it with my AWS PC, I finally got it just right (still need to add my dump pouch).

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The inner belt is a different after market one then the one it came with. AWS uses a 2" wide one made from very stiff scuba webbing. and has a small p,lastic tool to help slide on /off the pouch attachment hangers. I would prefer the 1.75" as its easier to get into most pants belt loops.

The belt is stiff and well made. the Cobra buckle..is .. a Cobra buckle. My first one. I opted not to get the option with the additional metal loop with para cord wrap. I don't repel or ride in Choppers.

If you looking to try one of these combo set ups. take a look at AWS.. price is right and I beleive I read on here that AWS is making the same belt for Ronin Tactical, (No confirmation on that)

How are liking this belt ?
I looking at them but concerned about the belt being to flimsy and the inner belt being to wide for most belt loops

How's this beem working for you?

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I love it. The 2" wide inner belt can be tight but I have not had any pants belt loops that it would not fit in. Plus you can find other inner Velcro belts at 1.5" and 1.75" that also work with the belt for not a lot of cash.
The outer belt is stiff and has held up very well so far. After using this belt, I would not want to go back to a standard battle belt.

I've got one as well and will echo Harv's observations.  This thing is stiff...no flopping around.

I was underwhelmed when I ordered from AWS. Didnt get confirmation emails of my order, tracking numbers, or any of the service that we expect in online retailers in 2016. Add in that I didn't get the multicam IR flag paid for but instead got plain brown flags (never bothered to try and get it corrected because I could never get an email response from my inquiry).

I have the same belt without the ring on the buckle from Ronin and was super pleased with the experience. Ordered and within about 12 hours got an email from the owner himself saying they didn't have mine in stock and it should have been listed as out if stock and that he could change my order and ship it that day, told him no worries I could wait. Even if AWS makes them for Ronin I'd rather deal with them.

The 2" liner belt completely fills a the loop on ACU trousers and doesn't move, it threads easy enough because it is just the single scuba webbing with Velcro unlike the usual thick double nylon plus velcro 1.75" riggers belt I usually wear.

I'm with ya on the CS from them, but the price made it worth it for me. Your experience mirrored mine. I think they are so use to dealing with their active duty customers that are nearby, that they have not taken the time to do the right things with retail.

All of that said, for the price, and if you don't mind the wait, it was a good deal and a very good belt.

I had a client of mine order a belt and she actually got a call from AWS telling her that they were backed up with .mil orders.  Gave her an estimate of 4 or 5 weeks and it showed up around the time they said.  

I don't think email is high on their list, probably have more luck on the phone.

As Harv said, their prices and gear are great, CS.....not so much.

Thanks for the heads up on this belt.  I'd been looking for something just like this for a while now.  I went ahead and ordered the system with some mag pouches and the IFAK dump pouch.  Just hoping the sizing is accurate as I couldn't fid any info.  I wear a 36 inch pant so I went with the large belt

If you would , post here how the sizing worked out from you.
I wear a 36 also and would appreciate the info .

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Thanks for that.
Other than sizing has it worked out for you ?

UPDATE:  Just got an email back from AWS stating that they have received my order and it should be ready to ship in approximately 1 week.  So it sounds like the shipping times may be back up to speed

Keep us updated.

Will be putting my order in if everything goes well with yours .

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I'm a 34 pants and the medium has room to grow if I do...

Well....I was told in an email that it would take about a week to ship so I WAS pretty optimistic.  But I have received no shipping email and the funds have not been taken from my account.  Maybe shipping times are more in line with the OPs.  We shall see.  Dude in the email seemed pretty confident in the one week time frame though
 

Well, at least they updated you.

That's something

Very true.

Just got an Email stating that my belt should arrive on 8/22 (three weeks from order date to my door) so I would say shipping times are back down.  Very excited to get this thing and put it through the ringer.  I have a three day rifle class week after next so I will be sure to update with a full review

 

Alright, looking forward to seeing it.

When I got my belt in I noticed the sizing wasn't quite right.  I'm around a 36inch waist so went with a L and even at max adjustment it was too big.  I had access to a heavy duty sewing machine and the know how to use it so I took mine and cut part of the second layer back and resewed it back together so I'd have more adjustment but I should have went to a M to start with.  

Overall I really like mine.  I love the velcro inner with wrap around outer belt it works very well in my use.  I dont' have it fully outfitted all around though.

So...I just got back from a conference in Fort Worth and had a chance to put this thing together.  Put it on and it fit great.  I wear a 36 inch pant, and have a 41 inch waist line when measured at my belt line.  I ordered and received a large.  I have about 4 inches of adjustment available either way.  I added the dump pouch with medical insert, 1 Pistol mag pouch, 1 rifle mag pouch, and a g-code rti belt adapter with my Integrated Survival Systems Griffon holster for a glock 17 with TLR1.  With the belt loaded with the loaded weapon and loaded spare mags there is no sag at all.  The belt is definately sturdy enough to support more gear but I'm using this as an instructor belt and lightweight first line belt to supplement my duty plate carrier.  

I feel confident in saying that a 36 pant size will be perfect for a large belt system.  


I don't want to hijack the ops thread so I will try to get a full review done next week after my rifle class.  Just from playing around with it at the house...I would absolutely recommend the system to anyone looking for a low profile,lightweight belt system at a great price.  And the dump pouch with med insert is such a sweet idea.  Honestly it's probably my favorite part of the setup.


Thanks Harv

Not at all brother.... post away....glad you like it, I LIKE MINE A LOT.

That's awes ome to hear... Here is my Range day this past Monday on Labor day.. Had the range to myself.

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Still love the belt.. best bang for the buck out their.

Thanks for taking the time for the reviews .

Vey helpful.