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New to plate carriers, but would like a bit of advice. I'm interested in getting my kit set up and I have been looking at several types. My question is about fit. I'm a big guy and wanted to know what size would fit me. I normally wear xl shirts and pants, should I get an xl size or do ou measure your chest size? Second question, what type of plates should I buy, ceramic level III, IV ? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Most are sized only by the plate size with an adjustable cummerbund. Some have sized cummerbunds as well. Even some others are adjustable for plate size and cummerbund size. As far as plate size, it is better to go too small than too large. The larger plates give you more protection but don't allow you to move properly. The SAPI sizes are listed on Wikipedia.
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I'm one of the few guys in my unit who has a plate carrier in the 'Stan right now. I'm loving my KDH Magnum TAC-1 in a major way!! Maybe I'll be able to put up some pics pretty soon. I'm working with a minimal set up...3 magazine shingle, strap cutter, side plates, and IFAK and so far, it's worked out pretty well for me.
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Things I like: ARs, LaRue, the 1911, Golden Retrievers, punching hippies, and that's about it.
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Originally Posted By nick_75:
I'm one of the few guys in my unit who has a plate carrier in the 'Stan right now. I'm loving my KDH Magnum TAC-1 in a major way!! Maybe I'll be able to put up some pics pretty soon. I'm working with a minimal set up...3 magazine shingle, strap cutter, side plates, and IFAK and so far, it's worked out pretty well for me. What exactly do you love about the Tac-1? I had one last year and hated the damn thing, and got rid of it as soon as I could. Thankfully I was allowed to wear my Weesatch. |
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You just hatin' cause I'm stylin' on you
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How are you dealing with the pistol holster up there on your PC? I tried to run it there in the past as an option but it sucked.
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I just changed this threads archive status so it won't vanish.
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You just hatin' cause I'm stylin' on you
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Originally Posted By VA-gunnut: I just changed this threads archive status so it won't vanish. Thanks! |
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Originally Posted By sweatpants:
How are you dealing with the pistol holster up there on your PC? I tried to run it there in the past as an option but it sucked. I've seen your picture and we are built differently. This works well for me. I'd reposition it otherwise. Weight on shoulders and back, that's another issue. I wanted a quick don and doff so I purposely did not want it on a separate belt. One piece grab and go is what I wanted and certain concessions have to be made. P.S. I have several pic's of your blaster in various modes of set up. Nice photography too. |
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Originally Posted By James00:
Now replaced by: http://i922.photobucket.com/albums/ad62/jamesrichardharrison/SCAR/G3109.jpg http://i922.photobucket.com/albums/ad62/jamesrichardharrison/SCAR/G3107.jpg http://i922.photobucket.com/albums/ad62/jamesrichardharrison/SCAR/G3110.jpg Unfortunately i am selling it in EE, tows not included in sell Why are you selling it nice SKD Monkeystomper |
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I'm actually considering pulling the add as it is a great carrier but originally going to sell it for funds for a weapon
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Originally Posted By James00:
Now replaced by: http://i922.photobucket.com/albums/ad62/jamesrichardharrison/SCAR/G3109.jpg http://i922.photobucket.com/albums/ad62/jamesrichardharrison/SCAR/G3107.jpg http://i922.photobucket.com/albums/ad62/jamesrichardharrison/SCAR/G3110.jpg Unfortunately i am selling it in EE, tows not included in sell Are those Emdom double M4 pouches? |
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Psalm 27:1
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 'Tolerance And Apathy Are The Last Virtues Of A Dying Society' |
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"But God demonstated His own love towards us in this: That while we were still sinners Christ died for us."
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Originally Posted By WorstCaseScenario:
Originally Posted By pyro0:
What's with the labeling on peoples mags? The short answer is that it helps keep track of your good mags. Number them, when you ID a number that consistently gives you problems, eliminate it. Also keeps them from walking away, but that's incidental. It just saved one of my pistol mags from walking away last weekend, and from an honest mistake. |
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Damn, I would give my left nut to have a PIG instead of this damn IOTV.
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Originally Posted By RangerJoe11:
Damn, I would give my left nut to have a PIG instead of this damn IOTV. Left Nut, huh? I love my PIG, but left nut worthy?? If you are willing to make a trade, I'll call your bluff. To be honest I would only give my left nut out for a few reasons - Like an all benefits included night or more with - The Chick from Drive Angry, The chicks from transformers, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, a midget (just for the story), or The S.E.A.L. that killed Bin Laden (- also for the story). There are other hot chicks out there but you get my point. SOS I EFFin' Shot Bin Laden |
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Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
Originally Posted By RangerJoe11:
Damn, I would give my left nut to have a PIG instead of this damn IOTV. Left Nut, huh? I love my PIG, but left nut worthy?? If you are willing to make a trade, I'll call your bluff. To be honest I would only give my left nut out for a few reasons - Like an all benefits included night or more with - The Chick from Drive Angry, The chicks from transformers, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, a midget (just for the story), or The S.E.A.L. that killed Bin Laden (- also for the story). There are other hot chicks out there but you get my point. SOS I EFFin' Shot Bin Laden Pffffffffffft! Those chicks wouldn't hang with you if they knew you were missing a nut! |
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Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
Originally Posted By RangerJoe11:
Damn, I would give my left nut to have a PIG instead of this damn IOTV. Left Nut, huh? I love my PIG, but left nut worthy?? If you are willing to make a trade, I'll call your bluff. To be honest I would only give my left nut out for a few reasons - Like an all benefits included night or more with - The Chick from Drive Angry, The chicks from transformers, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, a midget (just for the story), or The S.E.A.L. that killed Bin Laden (- also for the story). There are other hot chicks out there but you get my point. SOS I EFFin' Shot Bin Laden HAHA...ohhh man that was great. "I go Osama bin Laden! And he goes who's asking? I'm like U.S. of A Mother F#%%er. Bam." |
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Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
Originally Posted By RangerJoe11:
Damn, I would give my left nut to have a PIG instead of this damn IOTV. Left Nut, huh? I love my PIG, but left nut worthy?? If you are willing to make a trade, I'll call your bluff. To be honest I would only give my left nut out for a few reasons - Like an all benefits included night or more with - The Chick from Drive Angry, The chicks from transformers, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, a midget (just for the story), or The S.E.A.L. that killed Bin Laden (- also for the story). There are other hot chicks out there but you get my point. SOS I EFFin' Shot Bin Laden You win... And thanks for the great service, your shipping arrives here pretty damn fast... |
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Originally Posted By TR0N_0010:
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6015/5892619049_a050cb9a7f_b.jpg http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6022/5893187356_5afe445105_b.jpg I'm thinking, DBT FAPC GenII, size Medium? Amirite? |
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how about descriptions of what the carrier is??
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Psalm 27:1
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 'Tolerance And Apathy Are The Last Virtues Of A Dying Society' |
Originally Posted By TR0N_0010:
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6015/5892619049_a050cb9a7f_b.jpg http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6022/5893187356_5afe445105_b.jpg ETA: Diamondback Tactical FAPC GEN II Front: Diamondback Tactical triple AR mag shingle 2 x Grimlocks Gerber seat belt cutter Back: Source Hydration 1L bladder inside a Maxpedition large tactile pouch Peltor SportTacs with OSOE headband cover (FYI, OSOE's Coyote is very green) I like the looks of the pouch your using for you water bladder. Have you gotten out and rolled around with it on and had any problems? Can you fully fill the bladder using that size pouch? |
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Originally Posted By rubin:
Originally Posted By TR0N_0010:
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6015/5892619049_a050cb9a7f_b.jpg http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6022/5893187356_5afe445105_b.jpg ETA: Diamondback Tactical FAPC GEN II Front: Diamondback Tactical triple AR mag shingle 2 x Grimlocks Gerber seat belt cutter Back: Source Hydration 1L bladder inside a Maxpedition large tactile pouch Peltor SportTacs with OSOE headband cover (FYI, OSOE's Coyote is very green) I like the looks of the pouch your using for you water bladder. Have you gotten out and rolled around with it on and had any problems? Can you fully fill the bladder using that size pouch? It's only a 1L Bladder so I can fill it up and still fit it in that pouch. I haven't gotten a chance to get out and use it yet but from just wearing it and messing around, it seems like it will do exactly what I need it to do. |
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I stopped carrying double stacked mags on the front of my PC a while back. As far as dismounted contacts, i have never really used more than 4 mags, so I carry anywhere from 7-9 mags to be safe. My front has 4 single shingles across it, with 2 double mag pouches on the C-bun. This lets me carry up to 8 mags.
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Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
I stopped carrying double stacked mags on the front of my PC a while back. As far as dismounted contacts, i have never really used more than 4 mags, so I carry anywhere from 7-9 mags to be safe. My front has 4 single shingles across it, with 2 double mag pouches on the C-bun. This lets me carry up to 8 mags. SOS I am still setting up my PIG and I am using two of the EMDOM double mag pouches...so far those are the nicest I have had, I want add 1 more and have a total of 6 (MAGS) on the PIG and I plan to keep 2-3 in the back of the PIG hydration carrier.. On the subject of the PIG, is there anything to be done to make the MOLLE cumberbund a little stiffer? |
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Psalm 27:1
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 'Tolerance And Apathy Are The Last Virtues Of A Dying Society' |
Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
I stopped carrying double stacked mags on the front of my PC a while back. As far as dismounted contacts, i have never really used more than 4 mags, so I carry anywhere from 7-9 mags to be safe. My front has 4 single shingles across it, with 2 double mag pouches on the C-bun. This lets me carry up to 8 mags. SOS I hear you. I carried 12 on my MAV, 8 up front and 4 (or more) secured in a GP pouch on my weak side. I think I will most likely go a similar route as you described, and then stow extras in the assault pack. |
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Originally Posted By testedone:
Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
I stopped carrying double stacked mags on the front of my PC a while back. As far as dismounted contacts, i have never really used more than 4 mags, so I carry anywhere from 7-9 mags to be safe. My front has 4 single shingles across it, with 2 double mag pouches on the C-bun. This lets me carry up to 8 mags. SOS I am still setting up my PIG and I am using two of the EMDOM double mag pouches...so far those are the nicest I have had, I want add 1 more and have a total of 6 (MAGS) on the PIG and I plan to keep 2-3 in the back of the PIG hydration carrier.. On the subject of the PIG, is there anything to be done to make the MOLLE cumberbund a little stiffer? Not for the standard MOLLE C-bun. The soft armor one will be stiffer due to the soft armor inserts though. I carry quite a bit of weight on my MOLLE C-bun without any issues though. Where are you having the problem- Front, back or sides of the C-bun? Are you sure its adjusted tightly and properly? SOS |
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Mine was more of a preemptive question... no problems yet as I am still building it out.... Just wondering
Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
Originally Posted By testedone:
Originally Posted By SKD_Tactical:
I stopped carrying double stacked mags on the front of my PC a while back. As far as dismounted contacts, i have never really used more than 4 mags, so I carry anywhere from 7-9 mags to be safe. My front has 4 single shingles across it, with 2 double mag pouches on the C-bun. This lets me carry up to 8 mags. SOS I am still setting up my PIG and I am using two of the EMDOM double mag pouches...so far those are the nicest I have had, I want add 1 more and have a total of 6 (MAGS) on the PIG and I plan to keep 2-3 in the back of the PIG hydration carrier.. On the subject of the PIG, is there anything to be done to make the MOLLE cumberbund a little stiffer? Not for the standard MOLLE C-bun. The soft armor one will be stiffer due to the soft armor inserts though. I carry quite a bit of weight on my MOLLE C-bun without any issues though. Where are you having the problem- Front, back or sides of the C-bun? Are you sure its adjusted tightly and properly? SOS |
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Psalm 27:1
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 'Tolerance And Apathy Are The Last Virtues Of A Dying Society' |
I would never just stomp my muddy boots on someone's couch............yea i stomped my muddy boots on his couch.
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Originally Posted By Doc_Hurley:
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e78/trurolla_05/KWH_2142.jpg TAG Plate Carrier with ESAPI's Eagle admin pouch Blackhawk Strobe/GPS pouch Random Multicam SAW 100 rnd pouch that is my BOK Eagle M9 pouches for M&P mags Two Specter quad mag pouches Blackhawk flashbang pouch that holds 2 TK's On back is an Eagle hydration carrier with camelbak 3l reservoir How does your PC don and doff? I sure would like to see more pics if it's not a PITA. |
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Just sold my old spec ops molle vest and looking for some multicam HSGI "Wasatch" pics. Think that may be a better fit. Thanks!
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