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Posted: 11/18/2007 7:54:34 PM EDT
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Lately there have been a lot of threads created to ask opinions on the varying options as far as chest rigs go. This thread will contain both low profile, and full load out rigs. It will contain as many possible brands and versions each brand offers, as possible. If I miss any, Please feel free to post them. If you have any reviews of any of the following rigs, please feel free to post them. However. If you choose to do so, please make it as in depth, and as professional as possible. Please no +1s or I have this, and I like it. If you have one, and you like it, write it up. Make it sound good and tell us why you like it and what you don’t like about it. These options are not listed in any particular order as to quality, design, or favoritism. They will be listed by brand however. Just cause it’s at the top of the list, doesn’t mean it’s the best. The Descriptions listed are the manufacturer’s descriptions, and are should not be taken as opinions of the OP. I will NOT post pricing, as it is subject to change by the manufacturer. |
HGSI Denali The "Denali" is one of several advanced Chest Harnesses constructed by HSGI . Having more features than any other competitor and unique in most all aspects in chest harness designs. Combined years of experience from our servicemen and HSGI have brought together this advance chest harness system to make a load carrying and mobility more efficient for the operator. Each unit is built by hand, giving the quality and workmanship our customers deserve. What makes the HSGI "Denali " unique is its design. The ability to carry more gear where it's more accessible and user friendly. Has a smaller admins pouch to carry either a smaller map insert or ashotshell carrier insert . The basic item loadout that can be carried in the "Denali" (but not restricted to) are: 12 AR-15/M-16 30 round magazines. 2 GI 2-quart canteens or 2 - Nalgene Bottles or 50 oz. water bladders. (Has shock-cord and cord-lock drawstring system on top of pouch) 4 9 mm or equivalent pistol magazines. 4 Fragmentation grenades. (Has shock-cord retention as well as a security flap w/ side release buckle.( NO SNAPS to break) 2 M-18 smoke grenades. 1 Sabre Radio or Compass/Strobe Light pouch. 1 Set of Ranger Pace Counting Beads. 4 Mesh Pockets ( on back of main body ). Hidden compartments behind Canteen and M-16 pouches.(Space behind Canteen pouches can accommodate large frame/1911 type pistols ) Harness physical features include - Extra wide contoured padded shoulder straps . Extra set of side release buckles to allow the attachment of small packs or hydration systems. 4 D-Rings mounted on bottom of main body to attach other gear . Such as 40 mm. grenade carrier attachment , Drop bags , Gas Mask , etc........ Main Body fully unzips to reveal an insert that is fastened in by hook and loop : 1 Map case . 6 Pen pockets . 5 Pockets to hold misc. gear . Such as log books and paperwork . Also has a smaller zip around pouch to hold smaller items/map kits etc. Removable Bottom section (this section is easily removed by means of a zipper): 1 Tubular pouch for sling Rope or tightly rolled up poncho . 2 Horizontal pouches for misc. gear. (has shock-cord and cord-lock drawstring system on top of pouch ) Depending on your SOP, the "Denali" can accommodate that you need to carry outside your pack. notes - All pouch lids are secured with 1-inch side release buckles(Fastex) and hook and loop (velcro). A piece of velcro is also provided for silencing purposes. The Pistol magazine pouches and Sling-rope/poncho pouch are hook and loop closure only. Saber Radio pouch is side release buckle closure only. Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty .  Silverthrone The "Silverthrone" is another one of several advanced Chest Harnesses constructed by HSGI . Having more features than any other competitor and unique in most all aspects in chest harness designs. Combined years of experience from our servicemen and HSGI have brought together this advance chest harness system to make a load carrying and mobility more efficient for the operator. Each unit is built by hand, giving the quality and workmanship our customers deserve. What makes the HSGI "Silverthrone" unique is its design. The ability to carry more gear where it's more accessible and user friendly. The basic item loadout that can be carried in the "Silverthrone" (but not restricted to) are: 12 AR-15/M-16 30 round magazines. 2 GI 2-quart canteens or 2 - Nalgene Bottles or 50 oz. water bladders. (Has shock-cord and cord-lock drawstring system on top of pouch) 4 - 9 mm or equivalent pistol magazines. 4 Fragmentation grenades. (Has shock-cord retention as well as a security flap w/ side release buckle.( NO SNAPS to break) 2 M-18 smoke grenades. 1 Sabre Radio or Compass/Strobe Light pouch. 1 Set of Ranger Pace Counting Beads. 4 Mesh Pockets ( on back of main body ). Hidden compartments behind Canteen and M-16 pouches.(Space behind Canteen pouches can accommodate large frame/1911 type pistols ) Harness physical features include - Extra wide contoured padded shoulder straps . Extra set of side release buckles to allow the attachment of small packs or hydration systems. 4 D-Rings mounted on bottom of main body to attach other gear . Such as 40 mm. grenade carrier attachment , Drop bags , Gas Mask , etc........ Main Body fully unzips to reveal an insert that is fastened in by hook and loop : 1 Map case . 6 Pen pockets . 5 Pockets to hold misc. gear . Such as log books and paperwork . Removable Bottom section (this section is easily removed by means of a zipper): 1 Tubular pouch for sling Rope or tightly rolled up poncho . 2 Horizontal pouches for misc. gear. (has shock-cord and cord-lock drawstring system on top of pouch ) Depending on your SOP, the "Silverthrone" can accommodate that you need to carry outside your pack. notes - All pouch lids are secured with 1-inch side release buckles(Fastex) and hook and loop (velcro). A piece of velcro is also provided for silencing purposes. The Pistol magazine pouches and Sling-rope/poncho pouch are hook and loop closure only. Saber Radio pouch is side release buckle closure only. Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty  The Warlord V-1 The " Warlord " is in a class of it's own . Not to big , not to small and still has the ability to carry a sizeable fighting load . Measuring 11" H X 21" W in size , it's feature include : 8 modular pistol mag pouches ( Not shown in picture ) which can attach in numerous locations on the Warlord V-1 , 2 / 1 quart nalgeine or 1 qt. issue canteen pouch with PALS webbing located outside the pouch , adjustable shock-cord retention and single side release buckle for closer . 4 universal rifle mag pouches which hold 3 M4 , 2 AK , or 2 M-14 sized magazine each with adjustable shock-cord retention , stirrup type webbing inside design to hold and seperate magazine , hook and loop w/ silencing strip and side release buckle for securing the flaps . Large fold down zippered admins pouch to reveal map pocket , radio/ult. pouch , 6 pen/pencil pouch and 2 elastic loops for chem-lights another interior pouch for misc. gear . Main body has zippers side to grant access to inside body for a large storage compartment for extra paperwork or flap materials . 3 mesh pockets on rear next to body for extra storage needs . Contoured shaped padded shoulder straps for comfort . Extra side release buckles on shoulder pads and rear belt to attach items such as the HSGI Hydration Bladder Carrier . Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty .  The Warlord V-2 The " Warlord V-2 " is also in a class of it's own . Not to big , not to small and still has the ability to carry a sizeable fighting load . Similiar features as it's brother the Warlord V-2 . Measuring 11" H X 21" W in size , it's feature include : 4 modular pistol mag pouches ( Not shown in picture ) which can attach in numerous locations on the Warlord V-1 , 2 / 1 quart nalgeine or 1 qt. issue canteen pouch with PALS webbing located outside the pouch , adjustable shock-cord retention and single side release buckle for closer . 4 universal rifle mag pouches which hold 3 M4 , 2 AK , or 2 M-14 sized magazine each with adjustable shock-cord retention , stirrup type webbing inside design to hold and seperate magazine , hook and loop w/ silencing strip and side release buckle for securing the flaps . Large fold down zippered admins pouch to reveal map pocket , radio/ult. pouch , 6 pen/pencil pouch and 2 elastic loops for chem-lights another interior pouch for misc. gear . Main body has zippers side to grant access to inside body for a large storage compartment for extra paperwork or flap materials . 3 mesh pockets on rear next to body for extra storage needs . Contoured shaped padded shoulder straps for comfort . Extra side release buckles on shoulder pads and rear belt to attach items such as the HSGI Hydration Bladder Carrier . Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty  The Warlord V-3 The "Warlord V-3 " adds more modularaity to the platform . Giving the user more flexability to add other modular pouches of their choice . Similiar features as it's brother the Warlord V-1 & 2 . Measuring 11" H X 21" W in size , it's feature include :4 universal rifle mag pouches which hold 3 M4 , 2 AK , or 2 M-14 sized magazine each with adjustable shock-cord retention , stirrup type webbing inside design to hold and seperate magazine , hook and loop w/ silencing strip and side release buckle for securing the flaps . Large fold down zippered admins pouch to reveal map pocket , radio/ult. pouch , 6 pen/pencil pouch and 2 elastic loops for chem-lights another interior pouch for misc. gear . Main body has zippers side to grant access to inside body for a large storage compartment for extra paperwork or flap materials . 3 mesh pockets on rear next to body for extra storage needs . 4 rows / 2 columns of PALS webbing on both left and right side of admins pouch to attach additional modular pouches . Contoured shaped padded shoulder straps for comfort . Extra side release buckles on shoulder pads and rear belt to attach items such as the HSGI Hydration Bladder Carrier . Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty  The Warlord V-4 The "Warlord V-4 " adds more modularaity to the platform . Giving the user total flexability to add other modular pouches of their choice . Similiar features as it's brother the Warlord V-1 & 2 & 3 . Measuring 11" H X 21" W in size , it's feature include : Large fold down zippered admins pouch to reveal map pocket , radio/ult. pouch , 6 pen/pencil pouch and 2 elastic loops for chem-lights another interior pouch for misc. gear . Main body has zippers side to grant access to inside body for a large storage compartment for extra paperwork or flap materials . 3 mesh pockets on rear next to body for extra storage needs . 4 rows / 2 columns of PALS webbing on both left and right side of admins pouch , 5 rows / 8 columns on admins pouch to add modular pouches of the user choosing . Contoured shaped padded shoulder straps for comfort . Extra side release buckles on shoulder pads and rear belt to attach items such as the HSGI Hydration Bladder Carrier . Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty  The Warlord v-3 bravo The "Warlord V-3 Bravo" adds more modularaity to the platform . Compared to the standard V-3 , the Bravo has 4 columns of MOLLE/PALS webbing on each side of the admins pouch to add larger modular pouches too rather than 2 columns . Giving the user more flexability to add up to 6" wide modular pouches of their choice . Similiar features as it's brother the Warlord V-1 & 2 . Measuring 11" H X 27.5" W in size , it's feature include :4 universal rifle mag pouches which hold 3 M4 , 2 AK , or 2 M-14 sized magazine each with adjustable shock-cord retention , stirrup type webbing inside design to hold and seperate magazine , hook and loop w/ silencing strip and side release buckle for securing the flaps . Large fold down zippered admins pouch to reveal map pocket , radio/ult. pouch , 6 pen/pencil pouch and 2 elastic loops for chem-lights another interior pouch for misc. gear . Main body has zippers side to grant access to inside body for a large storage compartment for extra paperwork or flap materials . 3 mesh pockets on rear next to body for extra storage needs . 4 rows / 4 columns of PALS webbing on both left and right side of admins pouch to attach additional modular pouches . Contoured shaped padded shoulder straps for comfort . Extra side release buckles on shoulder pads and rear belt to attach items such as the HSGI Hydration Bladder Carrier . Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty  The Warlord V-4 Bravo The "Warlord V-4 Bravo" adds even more modularaity to the platform . Giving the user total flexability to add other modular pouches of their choice . . Measuring 11" H X 27.5" W in size , it's feature include : Large fold down zippered admins pouch to reveal map pocket , radio/ult. pouch , 6 pen/pencil pouch and 2 elastic loops for chem-lights another interior pouch for misc. gear . Main body has zippers side to grant access to inside body for a large storage compartment for extra paperwork or flat materials . 3 mesh pockets on rear next to body for extra storage needs . 4 rows / 4 columns of PALS webbing on both left and right side of admins pouch , 5 rows / 8 columns on admins pouch to add modular pouches of the user choosing . Contoured shaped padded shoulder straps for comfort . Extra side release buckles on shoulder pads and rear belt to attach items such as the HSGI Hydration Bladder Carrier . Constructed of 1000 Denier Cordura nylon , sewn with 135/138 bonded nylon threads . Constructed and made totally with products from in the USA . Has HSGI Lifetime Warranty |
 The Boar series is the new standard in chest rigs. The Bush Boar model holds up to 6 M4 magazines with or without Magpuls internally. Integral mag pockets have open bottoms so sand, dirt or water drains immediately. Great for operations ranging from amphibious to mounted and urban. Detachable bib also available, and plate carrier is in the works! 16 PALS channels to mount your other pouches. Side-release buckles at all strap attachment points for easy on/off. If the Boar is too much chest rig, the Bush Boar has 2 fewer M4 pouches, and a total of 16 PALS channels. One of the most innovative features, the integral mag pouches can be removed and swapped out for different configuration or weapon system. This makes the Boar the only chest rig that is truly a system and more versatile than any other rig on the market. www.skdtac.com/ProductImages/esstac/trimbush_big%20copy.jpg" border=0 id=img> EssTac Trim Bush |
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 M-1 Mk-2 Chest Carrier
 M-1 Mk-3 Modular Chest Carrier
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ATS The M4 Modular Chest Harness (MCH-M4) is the latest evolution of the combat tested R.A.C.K. design. It has 4 integral mag pouches that accommodate one M4 magazine each (M4 mags pictured are not included). Mag retention is with a bungee pull tab and the Sure-Grip material that lines the pouches. The body of the vest features 4 rows of MOLLE compatible webbing for a wide range of possible configurations. The shoulder straps are 2" flat webbing with no buckles, d-rings or loops that may snag or interfere with the shouldering of your weapon. The shoulder harness is an H-Style harness with a wide range of adjustment for almost any body shape or size. The harness is also completely removable so that it will be compatible with future harness upgrades like a hydration back panel. The ATS Modular Chest Harness is made entirely in the USA of the highest quality mil-spec materials and comes with a lifetime warranty.  The M14 Modular Chest Harness (MCH-M14) is the latest evolution of the combat tested R.A.C.K. design. It has 4 integral mag pouches that accommodate one M14/SR25 magazine each (M14 mags pictured are not included). Mag retention is with a bungee pull tab and the Sure-Grip material that lines the pouches. The body of the vest features 4 rows of MOLLE compatible webbing for a wide range of possible configurations. The shoulder straps are 2" flat webbing with no buckles, d-rings or loops that may snag or interfere with the shouldering of your weapon. The shoulder harness is an H-Style harness with a wide range of adjustment for almost any body shape or size. The harness is also completely removable so that it will be compatible with future harness upgrades like a hydration back panel. The ATS Modular Chest Harness is made entirely in the USA of the highest quality mil-spec materials and comes with a lifetime warranty. |
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Great post - wouldn't be complete without the well regarded SKD Tactical version of the Eagle Universal Chest Rig. Great review at Military Morons. 4 x Pistol mag/Flashlight/Multipurpose tool. 2 x Pistol with lightmount or AR mags (2 x M4 mags per pocket). 2 x AR mag (2 x M4 mags per pocket). 1 x Internal map compartment 1 x Mesh general purpose pocket (back-side) +1 for sticky |
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mods... this forum could use another sticky... Lord knows there are enough forums with worthless tacked threads (via outdated/red x's, or dead info) in them. This one is VERY useful. PLEASE TAC THIS THREAD. ... and thanks for your support. Also, this could be paired with a thread or three that discusses ALL ammo pouches, man purses, and LBV/tactical vests. Make it an "LBV/Chest Rig/Ammo Pouch" Thread. edit: grammar and spelling, and a call for ALL ammo carriers to be included in tacked thread. |
> "Meet us in the future, not in the pasture." -DLR regarding VH's tour. Aug 2007
> Installing Tapco tacti-coolio gadgets on an AK is like taping a PC memory stick on the outside of a typewriter.
> Installing Tapco tacti-coolio gadgets on an AK is like taping a PC memory stick on the outside of a typewriter.
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Does anyone have any more information/pictures on one of these? SOS M16 Mag Chest Pouch •Perfect for First Responders in “Active Shooter” scenarios •Ambidextrous shoulder rig with HawkTex™ non-slip pad •Stabilizing quick-release waist strap •Holds six M-16/M4 magazines (3 in front and 3 in back)  I'm looking for something that's more of a "grab & go", not really a "take 7 minutes to put each strap around your waist & over your shoulder" kind of setup. |
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Okay, So I finally took the plundge and bought a chest rig. I got it off of our EE forum. I picked up the DBT Low vis w/molle Chest rig. The stock picture does not do this chest rig justice. If you look at the stock picture it looks like the chest rig goes from one under arm to the next. It doesn't. it goes from basically arm to arm. never reaches the underarm.   I am using it for ak magazines, and find that it fits the 20 round mags almost perfectly. I don't have any 30 round mags atm, so i can't really try those out. Each magazine pouch is topped off with the standard elastic bungee system. This is probably the only thing that I don't over care for, as the bungees are a tad short. I'll probably end up modifying them, as I will probably try to fit a glock 17 into one of the pouches, so it will need to be longer. I don't run anything above 20 round magazines, so for now the height of the bungess on the magazines are find. We'll see how they work out when i put the mag pulls on it.  The shoulder harness is your standard thin webbing, and is not padded. no biggie, as there are people that make padding for harnesses. Personally I don't find it overly irritating. all in all, i give it a huge thumbs up. especially since I can easily conceal it under a jacket/pullover. Soon as i get a better camera and/or my other pouches attached, i'll post those. I'm adding a 9.25 inch long by 6 inch tall admin pouch to it, and a couple of pistol mag pouches. 
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How does this chest rig ride for you when loaded with mags and can youi draw the mags fairly easily? I'm thinking about getting one for my KISS SHTF gear. I just don't see the need for 12 mags on my chest, 2 on the belt, and one in the AR. And I can add only pockets that I really need. |
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Now you done it! I got chewed for being a cheap bastard looking at the 5.11 mini-chest rig not too long ago. Some people have given them less than stellar construction reviews. Plus they only come in black or FDE. You can pick up a Tactical Tailor Mini-MAV that is the same as the 5.11 rig, but built better for $37 shipped. And it comes in ARFCOM approved Multicam. Check on the EE for a post by RainierKnives. |
The one pictured is for the 9mm mags (12 MP-5 mags) ETA: They don't show it on the site anymore, but they were offered for both types of mags. |
There are very few personal problems that cannot be solved with the suitable application of a good 357 magnum.
Here is a "grab and go" that is even more basic. I have one of these (or a copy of one  ) that works pretty well
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There are very few personal problems that cannot be solved with the suitable application of a good 357 magnum.
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This is me at a recent 3gun shoot with the SKD modified Eagle setup. Seems to be a good rig thus far. Also, it looks loose, I was just walking from one course to another and just hung it on myself, but when it is worn correctly, it fits quite well, and im 6'2 
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Nice worke mate. Ok here are my 2 cent... I hade a BHI Recon CR...I did not like it cause the shoulderstrap attachment to the front rig was very flopy and a PITA to shift around all the time. Next was the Eagle SKD-universal-special. The vertical elastic-straps on the mag-pouches were not tight enough to hold a second mag after the first one is drawen. I also don´t like the pistol-mag-pouches on the M4-pouches. One flap to secure 2 mags.... and when the flap is up I find it hard to grab the mags...even harder with gloves on..caue they stay so tight together that you have a hard time grabing them when in a hurry. But for the price I have to say that you have a complete -carry all- CR wich you can trow in every car in your household. Not to nice...but less $$$ Next time I will try a TT-MAV or a Eagle-SKD-all-molleCR and set the pouches up the way I want them. |
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You forgot the BEST rig of all. ESSTAC BOAR/ BUSHBOAR and Trimmed Bush.     Load it up or load it down it always stays tight and close to the body for even load distribution, either with IBA or without. The seperatly sewn pouches allow it to do bend for this reason. Better design means better load disribution. cp |
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 Manufacturer: Mil-Spec - Mfr# MOLLE136 Our MOLLE Tactical Magazine Chest Rig allows instant and easy access to all of your magazines regardless of your body position. Law Enforcement, Personal Security, and Military personnel all find themselves in a variety of tactical situations everyday. Their gear has to be of the highest quality as well as the most versatile possible. In today's battles, vehicles are the main transportation for Middle East and personal security work. Accessing your gear while seated, driving or standing is a must. We have found just the Chest Rig that supplies this access as well as hydration. Built like a tank, but still lightweight, our MOLLE Chest Rig is loaded with extras including bungee nylon keepers, MOLLE strapping on back and front, 1000 Denier Nylon and the Hydration carrier is ready for you to insert your bladder and tubing. Molle Tactical Magazine Rig is shown with 6-30 round Ar-15/ M16 magazines not included. Can be used with any Hi-Capacity Rifle Magazines. Also available in: Green (Molle-137) |
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Another rig that, IMHO, is often completely unnoticed or underrated is the Blackhawk STRIKE Commando Recon vest. I've got an older Gen 1 version which works great, but doesn't have the optional Plate Carrier harness so I have to sew one onto chest rig. HOWEVER, the newer one (currently on the market) sells for about $100 (can sometimes find 'em for $75 used in great cond.)... And it includes padded straps, quick release buckles, cross-back or H-style harness, and 10x12 plate carrier harness. YMMV, but my experience with the Gen 1 version has proven it comfortable, reliable, and allowing LOTS of carry / attachment points. ETA: GREAT THREAD! |
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