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Posted: 7/14/2009 9:12:11 PM EDT
As the title states show your war belt and first line setups complete with component rundowns and even costs. There are alot of seperate threads on this but no one thread with everybodies setups.
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Posted: 11/30/2022 11:10:56 AM EDT
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Found this on Amazon today. I guess anyone can copy anything these days. $42.99. Colors avaialable.
https://a.co/d/cS1wGdY  |
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Posted: 11/30/2022 1:57:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Lancelot: Found this on Amazon today. I guess anyone can copy anything these days. $42.99. Colors avaialable. https://a.co/d/cS1wGdY https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51D3v2Pe5LL._AC_SL1000_.jpg CHYNA... On a serious note, while it sucks, it reinforces the need for these companies to have as much stock on hand as quickly as possible when a product is launched so that you fill all your customer's needs before they're copied and you're competing with cheap knockoffs |
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Posted: 11/30/2022 3:02:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Lancelot: Found this on Amazon today. I guess anyone can copy anything these days. $42.99. Colors avaialable. https://a.co/d/cS1wGdY https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51D3v2Pe5LL._AC_SL1000_.jpg Sucks, but it was only a matter of time before the copycats show up. I own and will continue to buy the True North. |
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Posted: 11/30/2022 4:11:35 PM EDT
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It would be cool in TN lowered the price of their flat bar stock CNC'd pieces of anodized aluminum. I know it is made in the USA but this isn't a super intricate piece of gear requiring $250K molds. Don't come back at me with with the R&D talk either. A $100 trip to home depot could easily result in multiple prototypes.
That said, I have purchased from TN and will continue to do so. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 11/30/2022 5:31:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Lancelot: Found this on Amazon today. I guess anyone can copy anything these days. $42.99. Colors avaialable. https://a.co/d/cS1wGdY https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51D3v2Pe5LL._AC_SL1000_.jpg You can get them for half of that price on AliExpress. You just have to wait a month. |
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Posted: 12/2/2022 2:19:03 PM EDT
[Last Edit: WUPHF]
[#6]
Bit of a unique requirement/recommendation question.
Have a lot of experience using inner/outer belt setups. Currently have an Alpha Gear for work and a Haley D3 for personal use. Anyway, looking for mag pouches, or really any pouches, that do a good job of staying upright. Most pouches I’ve used allow the top side of the mag to tip outwards a bit (for lack of a better description). The longer the mag, the worse it is. I understand the belt plays into this as well and there’s going to be some “tip” regardless, but anything that kind of focuses on this aspect? Concealability isn’t really a hard requirement, but being able to remain lower profile underneath a rain jacket or light outer garment is a possible need for me, and mags “tipping” out tend to print pretty badly leaning against a lighter outer garment. Not a super huge concern with plate carrier clearance either. If one will be worn, it’ll be slick with a basically non-existent cummerbund. |
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Posted: 12/3/2022 10:00:42 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WUPHF: Bit of a unique requirement/recommendation question. Have a lot of experience using inner/outer belt setups. Currently have an Alpha Gear for work and a Haley D3 for personal use. Anyway, looking for mag pouches, or really any pouches, that do a good job of staying upright. Most pouches I’ve used allow the top side of the mag to tip outwards a bit (for lack of a better description). The longer the mag, the worse it is. I understand the belt plays into this as well and there’s going to be some “tip” regardless, but anything that kind of focuses on this aspect? Concealability isn’t really a hard requirement, but being able to remain lower profile underneath a rain jacket or light outer garment is a possible need for me, and mags “tipping” out tend to print pretty badly leaning against a lighter outer garment. Not a super huge concern with plate carrier clearance either. If one will be worn, it’ll be slick with a basically non-existent cummerbund. What are you using to attach your pouches to your belt currently? |
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Posted: 12/3/2022 10:47:42 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WUPHF: Bit of a unique requirement/recommendation question. Have a lot of experience using inner/outer belt setups. Currently have an Alpha Gear for work and a Haley D3 for personal use. Anyway, looking for mag pouches, or really any pouches, that do a good job of staying upright. Most pouches I’ve used allow the top side of the mag to tip outwards a bit (for lack of a better description). The longer the mag, the worse it is. I understand the belt plays into this as well and there’s going to be some “tip” regardless, but anything that kind of focuses on this aspect? Concealability isn’t really a hard requirement, but being able to remain lower profile underneath a rain jacket or light outer garment is a possible need for me, and mags “tipping” out tend to print pretty badly leaning against a lighter outer garment. Not a super huge concern with plate carrier clearance either. If one will be worn, it’ll be slick with a basically non-existent cummerbund. Pics? |
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Posted: 12/3/2022 4:21:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: steviesterno16]
[#9]
 Attached FileBlue alpha belt and TQ holder Fury 1911 holster Baer 1911 Ivory grips cause they don’t reflect IR 3x Tacos from When I lived in that color scheme Esstac rifle mag 1x pistol and rifle reload, multi tool, light. Digging this for my suburban defender use case What’s a good way to secure the sling? Not thrilled currently. |
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Posted: 12/3/2022 4:56:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/455820/FA6C12C5-0725-4DFD-8EA6-9B4FE9BA6484_jpe-2622538.JPG Blue alpha belt and TQ holder Fury 1911 holster Baer 1911 Ivory grips cause they don’t reflect IR 3x Tacos from When I lived in that color scheme Esstac rifle mag 1x pistol and rifle reload, multi tool, light. Digging this for my suburban defender use case What’s a good way to secure the sling? Not thrilled currently. Love that holster! |
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Posted: 12/4/2022 2:21:11 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DefenderAO: Pics? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DefenderAO: Originally Posted By WUPHF: Bit of a unique requirement/recommendation question. Have a lot of experience using inner/outer belt setups. Currently have an Alpha Gear for work and a Haley D3 for personal use. Anyway, looking for mag pouches, or really any pouches, that do a good job of staying upright. Most pouches I’ve used allow the top side of the mag to tip outwards a bit (for lack of a better description). The longer the mag, the worse it is. I understand the belt plays into this as well and there’s going to be some “tip” regardless, but anything that kind of focuses on this aspect? Concealability isn’t really a hard requirement, but being able to remain lower profile underneath a rain jacket or light outer garment is a possible need for me, and mags “tipping” out tend to print pretty badly leaning against a lighter outer garment. Not a super huge concern with plate carrier clearance either. If one will be worn, it’ll be slick with a basically non-existent cummerbund. Pics? Currently out of town. I’ll get some when I get back home next week. |
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Posted: 12/4/2022 12:09:21 PM EDT
[Last Edit: laxman09]
[#12]
Just ordered a Esstac Enhanced Shooters Belt to replace my GGG belt.
What width of one wrap is everyone using to secure pouches? |
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Posted: 12/4/2022 12:57:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By laxman09: Just ordered a Esstac Enhanced Shooters Belt to replace my GGG belt. What width of one wrap is everyone using to secure pouches? I'm sure you can get it in on Amazon for cheaper but I just add the one wrap from esstac for like two bucks |
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Posted: 12/4/2022 1:20:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhiskersTheCat: I'm sure you can get it in on Amazon for cheaper but I just add the one wrap from esstac for like two bucks Yeah it's 5' of 1" for $6 on Amazon. |
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Posted: 12/7/2022 9:01:46 AM EDT
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I just picked up a Blue Force Gear MTKN for my belt, I'm pretty happy with this current setup.
 Blue Alpha Gear belt 2x Haley Strategic pistol mag pouches 2x Haley Strategic rifle mag pouches Flat Line Fiber Co dump pouch Blue Force Gear MTKN with TQ Hanger Haley Strategic multi tool pouch True North MHA with leg strap Safariland 3690RDS on QLS Blue Alpha Gear belt lanyard Mechanix gloves I still might pick up a Defense Mechanisms Mech belt to try out, but in the mean time I'm going to shake this out through a couple classes and range sessions. |
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Posted: 12/7/2022 9:36:49 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Real_PhillBert: I just picked up a Blue Force Gear MTKN for my belt, I'm pretty happy with this current setup. https://i.postimg.cc/hP3rVpHG/20221206-194551-1.jpg Blue Alpha Gear belt 2x Haley Strategic pistol mag pouches 2x Haley Strategic rifle mag pouches Flat Line Fiber Co dump pouch Blue Force Gear MTKN with TQ Hanger Haley Strategic multi tool pouch True North MHA with leg strap Safariland 3690RDS on QLS Blue Alpha Gear belt lanyard Mechanix gloves I still might pick up a Defense Mechanisms Mech belt to try out, but in the mean time I'm going to shake this out through a couple classes and range sessions. 
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Posted: 12/7/2022 10:01:27 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhiskersTheCat: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/425212/rteuffdpi7yx-2626921.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhiskersTheCat: Originally Posted By Real_PhillBert: I just picked up a Blue Force Gear MTKN for my belt, I'm pretty happy with this current setup. https://i.postimg.cc/hP3rVpHG/20221206-194551-1.jpg Blue Alpha Gear belt 2x Haley Strategic pistol mag pouches 2x Haley Strategic rifle mag pouches Flat Line Fiber Co dump pouch Blue Force Gear MTKN with TQ Hanger Haley Strategic multi tool pouch True North MHA with leg strap Safariland 3690RDS on QLS Blue Alpha Gear belt lanyard Mechanix gloves I still might pick up a Defense Mechanisms Mech belt to try out, but in the mean time I'm going to shake this out through a couple classes and range sessions. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/425212/rteuffdpi7yx-2626921.jpg Haha I know. I'm just about the only person here without any esstac stuff. I looked hard at the esstac pistol pouches but ended up going with the HS since I didnt need to swap out kydex inserts to swap from Staccato to Glock mags. |
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Posted: 12/7/2022 10:33:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhiskersTheCat: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/425212/rteuffdpi7yx-2626921.jpg  Attached FilePor que no los dos |
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Posted: 12/7/2022 12:06:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Real_PhillBert: I just picked up a Blue Force Gear MTKN for my belt, I'm pretty happy with this current setup. https://i.postimg.cc/hP3rVpHG/20221206-194551-1.jpg Blue Alpha Gear belt 2x Haley Strategic pistol mag pouches 2x Haley Strategic rifle mag pouches Flat Line Fiber Co dump pouch Blue Force Gear MTKN with TQ Hanger Haley Strategic multi tool pouch True North MHA with leg strap Safariland 3690RDS on QLS Blue Alpha Gear belt lanyard Mechanix gloves I still might pick up a Defense Mechanisms Mech belt to try out, but in the mean time I'm going to shake this out through a couple classes and range sessions. Here fixed it for you..... Now do the right thing Click here to shop  Attached File cp |
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Posted: 12/7/2022 2:15:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eaglecp: Here fixed it for you..... Now do the right thing Click here to shop /media/mediaFiles/sharedAlbum/B926BC70-2451-4EC1-A889-3A3C070B9F9D-404.gif cp Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eaglecp: Originally Posted By Real_PhillBert: I just picked up a Blue Force Gear MTKN for my belt, I'm pretty happy with this current setup. https://i.postimg.cc/hP3rVpHG/20221206-194551-1.jpg Blue Alpha Gear belt 2x Haley Strategic pistol mag pouches 2x Haley Strategic rifle mag pouches Flat Line Fiber Co dump pouch Blue Force Gear MTKN with TQ Hanger Haley Strategic multi tool pouch True North MHA with leg strap Safariland 3690RDS on QLS Blue Alpha Gear belt lanyard Mechanix gloves I still might pick up a Defense Mechanisms Mech belt to try out, but in the mean time I'm going to shake this out through a couple classes and range sessions. Here fixed it for you..... Now do the right thing Click here to shop /media/mediaFiles/sharedAlbum/B926BC70-2451-4EC1-A889-3A3C070B9F9D-404.gif cp This is a tough crowd! 
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Posted: 12/7/2022 5:57:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Real_PhillBert: This is a tough crowd! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Real_PhillBert: Originally Posted By eaglecp: Originally Posted By Real_PhillBert: I just picked up a Blue Force Gear MTKN for my belt, I'm pretty happy with this current setup. https://i.postimg.cc/hP3rVpHG/20221206-194551-1.jpg Blue Alpha Gear belt 2x Haley Strategic pistol mag pouches 2x Haley Strategic rifle mag pouches Flat Line Fiber Co dump pouch Blue Force Gear MTKN with TQ Hanger Haley Strategic multi tool pouch True North MHA with leg strap Safariland 3690RDS on QLS Blue Alpha Gear belt lanyard Mechanix gloves I still might pick up a Defense Mechanisms Mech belt to try out, but in the mean time I'm going to shake this out through a couple classes and range sessions. Here fixed it for you..... Now do the right thing Click here to shop /media/mediaFiles/sharedAlbum/B926BC70-2451-4EC1-A889-3A3C070B9F9D-404.gif cp This is a tough crowd! Don't let the heathens hassle you. [All of my rigs are a mix of BFG, Tactical Tailor, HSGI, and Esstac. I don't hear a lot of commotion out of my gear boxes.  ]
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Posted: 12/10/2022 4:36:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: steve8140]
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Been tweaking my setup on and off with minor updates. Seems like I always find a different or better way to do things.
G19 Gen 5 with RM06 and Surefire X300 Safariland 6390RDS with Nubmod BFG micro trauma kit TQ in a Esstac TQ holder Trex Arms dump pouch (newer style) Streamlight Protac AA handheld light 2x Esstac KIWI AR mag carriers 2x Esstac KIWI pistol mag carriers The Trex Arms dump pouch is a recent addition and the two times I’ve used it so far it is a major improvement over my old generic dump pouch. I have lost any of my mags, gloves or anything else I stuff in there while going prone or even flat out sprinting in some drills. Very pleased with it so far. I do want to remove the thumb guard on the safariland.  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 12/13/2022 2:44:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Real_PhillBert: Haha I know. I'm just about the only person here without any esstac stuff. I looked hard at the esstac pistol pouches but ended up going with the HS since I didnt need to swap out kydex inserts to swap from Staccato to Glock mags. Have you looked at the size of the compression bandage in the MTKN!? It is a joke. Good luck if you ever truly have to use it. The smallest you can package a true mil-spec IFAK (sans medical shears and TQ) is most likely in the Ferro Concepts Roll-1 or the LBT 9022. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 12/13/2022 2:51:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By stoner01: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/284414/20210220_133836_1__jpg-2626958.JPG Por que no los dos Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By stoner01: Originally Posted By WhiskersTheCat: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/425212/rteuffdpi7yx-2626921.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/284414/20210220_133836_1__jpg-2626958.JPG Por que no los dos What does that buckle clip into? |
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Posted: 12/13/2022 3:04:06 PM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By etslick: What does that buckle clip into? drop leg gas mask carrier |
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Posted: 12/13/2022 3:48:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Advance: Have you looked at the size of the compression bandage in the MTKN!? It is a joke. Good luck if you ever truly have to use it. The smallest you can package a true mil-spec IFAK (sans medical shears and TQ) is most likely in the Ferro Concepts Roll-1 or the LBT 9022. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Advance: Originally Posted By Real_PhillBert: Haha I know. I'm just about the only person here without any esstac stuff. I looked hard at the esstac pistol pouches but ended up going with the HS since I didnt need to swap out kydex inserts to swap from Staccato to Glock mags. Have you looked at the size of the compression bandage in the MTKN!? It is a joke. Good luck if you ever truly have to use it. The smallest you can package a true mil-spec IFAK (sans medical shears and TQ) is most likely in the Ferro Concepts Roll-1 or the LBT 9022. It's certainly not huge. I don't think anyone who's intellectually honest is going to claim you're not compromising anything for the size of the MTKN. |
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Posted: 12/17/2022 11:09:25 AM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Advance: It would be cool in TN lowered the price of their flat bar stock CNC'd pieces of anodized aluminum. I know it is made in the USA but this isn't a super intricate piece of gear requiring $250K molds. Don't come back at me with with the R&D talk either. A $100 trip to home depot could easily result in multiple prototypes. That said, I have purchased from TN and will continue to do so. Yup, NVG Mounts are the same deal. I too have supported TrueNorth with my money... then I needed a second - so I got the clone because half a cart of groceries cost me $225 yesterday... The thing is damn nice - be prepared to figure it out, zero instructions. |
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Posted: 12/17/2022 12:09:38 PM EDT
[#28]
 Went to flecktarn and tiger stripe because it is fun and camo is a non consequential choice |
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Posted: 12/17/2022 12:44:56 PM EDT
[#29]
I've had a complete brain fart but what's the name of the Velcro straps to use instead of the usual plastic straps?
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Posted: 12/17/2022 12:55:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By voodochild: I've had a complete brain fart but what's the name of the Velcro straps to use instead of the usual plastic straps? You mean One Wrap? |
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Posted: 12/17/2022 1:00:19 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Advance: Have you looked at the size of the compression bandage in the MTKN!? It is a joke. Good luck if you ever truly have to use it. The smallest you can package a true mil-spec IFAK (sans medical shears and TQ) is most likely in the Ferro Concepts Roll-1 or the LBT 9022. The roll 1 is pretty small. Mine doesn’t fit everything I would like it to. I had to ditch the Israeli Bandage. I’d also say the MTKN isn’t the only ifak you should have on. More like supplemental supplies. The way I am about to run mine is the necessities in the Roll 1, and additional good to have items in the MTKN. I like it better than having one huge ifak on me. Plus the Roll 1 is so comfy when doing anything seated. Good lower back support. |
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Posted: 12/17/2022 1:47:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CJ47: You mean One Wrap? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CJ47: Originally Posted By voodochild: I've had a complete brain fart but what's the name of the Velcro straps to use instead of the usual plastic straps? You mean One Wrap? That's it. Appreciate it I had completely forgotten the name. |
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Posted: 12/22/2022 6:57:50 PM EDT
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I know I saw a one-wrap tutorial basically on this thread, but I can't find it. I fell victim to the arfcom curse and ordered an MCB plate carrier from Grey Ghost during their 50% off sale, now I need an MCB belt to go along with it. (gotta look IG-ready at all times) along with the requisite pouches
I'm used to attaching things with malice straps on molle so, the Esstac One-Wrap thing...how does it work? |
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Posted: 12/22/2022 8:45:02 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dunndw: I know I saw a one-wrap tutorial basically on this thread, but I can't find it. I fell victim to the arfcom curse and ordered an MCB plate carrier from Grey Ghost during their 50% off sale, now I need an MCB belt to go along with it. (gotta look IG-ready at all times) along with the requisite pouches I'm used to attaching things with malice straps on molle so, the Esstac One-Wrap thing...how does it work? https://www.ar15.com/forums/Armory/War-Belt-1st-Line-Picture-Thread/10-285299/?page=95#i5324229 |
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Posted: 12/23/2022 11:20:06 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By slappomatt: here toy go. https://www.ar15.com/forums/Armory/War-Belt-1st-Line-Picture-Thread/10-285299/?page=95#i5324229 Many thanks @slappomatt. I appreciate it |
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Posted: 12/25/2022 1:10:14 AM EDT
[#36]
 Attached FileBlue Alpha Gear Belt. Contacted them to whip me up a 1.75" that has more molle up to the male bucket end along with routing the tail on the inside of the outer belt instead of the outside. Pretty much just their 2" belt but as a 1.75" Yates helo retention lanyard. Esstac Kywi pistol x 2 Esstac Kywi rifle mid height HSP multi tool pouch Leatherman Wave+ Steel cable loop to hold chem lights Zip Tie routed through the molle to quickly stow tools or attach other items Petzl rappel gloves Tactical Tailor dump pouch Coyote Tactical STOMP Shotgun retention magnet True North Concepts MHA Safariland 6390RDS ALS nub mod Tyr Tactical frag pouch Crye Precision frag pouch, used to hold spare batteries |
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Posted: 1/2/2023 1:31:55 AM EDT
[#37]
Anyone else make a belt that has Molle from buckle to buckle? I’d like to go with Blue Force Gear based off price and features but I don’t like the lack of Molle or the extra belt material being bunched up near the buckle.
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Posted: 1/2/2023 3:06:52 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Mpnelson81: Anyone else make a belt that has Molle from buckle to buckle? I’d like to go with Blue Force Gear based off price and features but I don’t like the lack of Molle or the extra belt material being bunched up near the buckle. HSP and Blue Alpha Gear have 2" belts that has molle all the way up to the buckle on their website. You can contact BAG to build you a 1.75" with more molle as it's not their typical off the shelf design for 1.75" |
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Posted: 1/2/2023 1:10:05 PM EDT
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Been reading through for some inspiration, and because I'm a cheap bastard, ordered materials to make my own. Here's hoping my old Singer can handle the MIL-27265 webbing in layers. I got it running beautifully for heavy layers of regular webbing and cordura. Going with coyote and M81
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Posted: 1/2/2023 8:18:10 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Mpnelson81: Anyone else make a belt that has Molle from buckle to buckle? I’d like to go with Blue Force Gear based off price and features but I don’t like the lack of Molle or the extra belt material being bunched up near the buckle. Lead Devil has a full molle coverage belt. I’m happy with mine. |
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Posted: 1/12/2023 3:55:17 AM EDT
[#41]
Got started on my first war belt. Really gave my old Singer a work out and pushed its limits. Got the outer done so far.
 Attached FileConstructed it similar to the esstac belts, minus any stiffener. 2 layers of 1.75" coyote type 13 webbing, outer layer wrapped in 500d of God's plaid, and plastic cobra buckles. Still stiffer than my quarter-ish inch leather belt. One wrap should arrive tomorrow, of which will be used as keepers next to the buckles. If I'm off work on time tomorrow, I will be constructing the inner belt out of the 1.5" version of that webbing, maybe two layers worth. Not sure yet, but I like a stiff pants belt... I will probably start on pouches this weekend. Going to modify my preferred single mag pouch design to be shorter, and thinking of adding an adjustable bungee retention around the bottom half, while using some webbing to stiffen the opening. Will also be making a small dump pouch, and blowout pouch if I can decide on its construction. A KT-MECH Akela duty holster was ordered at the same time as my materials, so another week or so till I can complete it |
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Posted: 1/12/2023 5:12:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Liaztraht: Got started on my first war belt. Really gave my old Singer a work out and pushed its limits. Got the outer done so far. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/504436/20230111_232453_jpg-2669235.JPG Constructed it similar to the esstac belts, minus any stiffener. 2 layers of 1.75" coyote type 13 webbing, outer layer wrapped in 500d of God's plaid, and plastic cobra buckles. Still stiffer than my quarter-ish inch leather belt. One wrap should arrive tomorrow, of which will be used as keepers next to the buckles. If I'm off work on time tomorrow, I will be constructing the inner belt out of the 1.5" version of that webbing, maybe two layers worth. Not sure yet, but I like a stiff pants belt... I will probably start on pouches this weekend. Going to modify my preferred single mag pouch design to be shorter, and thinking of adding an adjustable bungee retention around the bottom half, while using some webbing to stiffen the opening. Will also be making a small dump pouch, and blowout pouch if I can decide on its construction. A KT-MECH Akela duty holster was ordered at the same time as my materials, so another week or so till I can complete it That is super cool. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with. |
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Posted: 1/13/2023 12:22:43 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Liaztraht]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MeatBag: That is super cool. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MeatBag: Originally Posted By Liaztraht: Got started on my first war belt. Really gave my old Singer a work out and pushed its limits. Got the outer done so far. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/504436/20230111_232453_jpg-2669235.JPG Constructed it similar to the esstac belts, minus any stiffener. 2 layers of 1.75" coyote type 13 webbing, outer layer wrapped in 500d of God's plaid, and plastic cobra buckles. Still stiffer than my quarter-ish inch leather belt. One wrap should arrive tomorrow, of which will be used as keepers next to the buckles. If I'm off work on time tomorrow, I will be constructing the inner belt out of the 1.5" version of that webbing, maybe two layers worth. Not sure yet, but I like a stiff pants belt... I will probably start on pouches this weekend. Going to modify my preferred single mag pouch design to be shorter, and thinking of adding an adjustable bungee retention around the bottom half, while using some webbing to stiffen the opening. Will also be making a small dump pouch, and blowout pouch if I can decide on its construction. A KT-MECH Akela duty holster was ordered at the same time as my materials, so another week or so till I can complete it That is super cool. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with. My Akela Duty holster shipped today! After work, I whipped up the inner belt. The 1.5" type 13 was a little thicker than the 1.75". So much so, that I couldn't use it in my 1936 singer. It kept binding up, so I doubled up some regular 1.5" webbing, gave it 5 stitches down the middle, and it turned out decent. Also had time to bust out a couple pistol mag pouches. Removable flap made from 1.5" webbing, and retention than can tighten up even on single stack .380 mags. Put two loaded mags, plus my G19 in a KT-MECH Gunfighter to test the weight and retention. I really need a heavier duty machine. The Singer was sweating, but a newer home model would die Cat pictured tried helping the whole time.  Attached File Attached File Attached FileTomorrow, I will try and get at least one rifle mag pouch done after work. Will make it in the same style as the pistol pouches, but no flap. Maybe an over the top bungee. Pistol pouches fit the multi-tool, and other things, hence the flap option. |
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Posted: 1/14/2023 1:03:38 AM EDT
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Coming along nicely. I got good at sewing pouches to chest rigs in earlier projects, but a standalone is a different beast.
5.56 pouch went smoother than the pistol pouches. Also added a mini roll up dump pouch. Copied the pull tab for the bungee from an old condor mag pouch, easy to thumb off the top kind of like a thumb break holster. Bungee around the pouch would just hang up the feed lips. Works fine on the pistol pouches though.  Attached FileJust enough room for a Nalgene bottle, or a few mags   Attached FileJust working on my own blow out pouch ideas now. Holster is set to arrive Tuesday, yet its already a few hours north in Eugene
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Posted: 1/14/2023 9:44:03 PM EDT
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Belt setup is almost done. Just waiting on my holster.
So far digging it set up like this larping around the house. Everything made with US made materials, and German made Gutermann thread. You can tell how my stitching improved as I went. A straight only lockstitch machine, without reverse, is hard to master  Attached FileNeed to get a jig for binding to clean up the internal seams, but I made a rip away box pouch with some elastic. Handle placement and buckle inspired by ATS.  Attached FileRaided my back pack med kit for supplies to  Attached FileTrying to think of how I'm going to rig a spare tourniquet to it. Might shove some shears down the webbing and bungee them in. Or just leave a pair in my pack and chest rig. |
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Posted: 1/16/2023 10:01:50 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Liaztraht]
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My setup is complete, and I am happy
No flopping, no sliding, just nice and solid. The Akela Duty holster is sweet, and stable enough that I didn't need to whip up a leg strap. Also, coyote goes real well with God's Plaid M81. A splash of Tan 499 as I didn't have a coyote buckle for the med pouch  Attached File |
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Posted: 1/17/2023 1:20:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Liaztraht: My setup is complete, and I am happy No flopping, no sliding, just nice and solid. The Akela Duty holster is sweet, and stable enough that I didn't need to whip up a leg strap. Also, coyote goes real well with God's Plaid M81. A splash of Tan 499 as I didn't have a coyote buckle for the mag pouch https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/504436/20230116_174324_jpg-2674883.JPG I've been experimenting with Coyote as a base color with other patterns on/around it. It's a neutral, low contrast color that doesn't tend to stand out in most environments. Works well. |
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Posted: 1/17/2023 9:02:08 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Liaztraht]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 135Patriots: Dude, nicely done I've been experimenting with Coyote as a base color with other patterns on/around it. It's a neutral, low contrast color that doesn't tend to stand out in most environments. Works well. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 135Patriots: Originally Posted By Liaztraht: My setup is complete, and I am happy No flopping, no sliding, just nice and solid. The Akela Duty holster is sweet, and stable enough that I didn't need to whip up a leg strap. Also, coyote goes real well with God's Plaid M81. A splash of Tan 499 as I didn't have a coyote buckle for the mag pouch https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/504436/20230116_174324_jpg-2674883.JPG I've been experimenting with Coyote as a base color with other patterns on/around it. It's a neutral, low contrast color that doesn't tend to stand out in most environments. Works well. I'm looking at other options camo and base color wise as well for future projects. Sticking with berry compliant is very limiting on choices |
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Posted: 1/17/2023 5:42:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Liaztraht: My setup is complete, and I am happy No flopping, no sliding, just nice and solid. The Akela Duty holster is sweet, and stable enough that I didn't need to whip up a leg strap. Also, coyote goes real well with God's Plaid M81. A splash of Tan 499 as I didn't have a coyote buckle for the med pouch https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/504436/20230116_174324_jpg-2674883.JPG Which chest rig is this? |
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Posted: 1/17/2023 6:02:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mediumdaddy: Which chest rig is this? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mediumdaddy: Originally Posted By Liaztraht: My setup is complete, and I am happy No flopping, no sliding, just nice and solid. The Akela Duty holster is sweet, and stable enough that I didn't need to whip up a leg strap. Also, coyote goes real well with God's Plaid M81. A splash of Tan 499 as I didn't have a coyote buckle for the med pouch https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/504436/20230116_174324_jpg-2674883.JPG Which chest rig is this? I have a couple I made in ranger green for practice pieces on sewing, but I'm working my way up to designing something similar to the Mayflower |
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