I'm not patrolling the Korengal.
There is no IED threat in Colo Spgs
.30-06 M2 AP isn't the round of choice for 99.9999999% of bangers or other criminals.
I'm not conducting a movement to contact against a Soviet Motorized Rifle Bn.
I carry 2 rifle mags on a Mayflower APC, (500d Multicam) Level III Gamma Plates, 8x8 Level IIIA custom side armor optional ESBI plates. Unknown-mfg admin pouch with survival kit signal panel, map protractors, flash light, alcohol markers, mini Sharpie, 9v Firefly, extra CR123s, mini write in the rain notebook.
Detachable HSGI Popper Rig holding 4 rifle mags, the pull out dump pouch, a minimalistic BOK in case somebody takes a shot at me and it hits outside the plate or soft backer. One Red, One White Pocket Smokes, to obscure movement or to identify my position to EMS if I go down. Low profile 1.5l hydration carrier on the back panel that doesn't interfere when riding or driving a vehicle, simple to pour a water bottle into quickly.
Custom First Line Belt G21SF +2, Cool Guy Tool, and if leaving the city, a modest Seal Pup knife.
For me, ounces count.
If I can't deal with a domestic threat or attack while in transit with 90 5.56 and 39 .45ACP or 210 5.56 worse case, I don't need to buy more gear. I'd need to buy more range time or a freakin' class