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Link Posted: 1/9/2021 2:36:38 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By PFran42:
And finally...

(cross posted)

Anyone owning a Velcro lined outer belt looking for more flexibility should consider picking up a HSGI Micro Grip Belt Panel ($24 on Amazon).

Mine showed up today and I paired it up to my Blue Alpha. Cool thing is I didn't have to adjust the belt in or out. It fit just as well as when I am running my BA Low Profile / Inner EDC belt.

I imagine the HSGI panel will stay in the setup 90% of the time, only being swapped out for classes, LARPing and SHTF.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/309598/20-hsg-95mg01bk_jpg-1770710.JPG

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@PFran42

Got a link to the Micro Grip? I've searched Amazon a few times and nothing comes up.
Link Posted: 1/9/2021 3:52:06 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By StevieJ309:


@PFran42

Got a link to the Micro Grip? I've searched Amazon a few times and nothing comes up.
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@StevieJ309

It is showing out of stock now. Here are the links that showed them in stock when I made the purchase. Maybe bookmark these links and check every few days:

https://www.amazon.com/HSGI-Micro-Grip-Belt-Panel/dp/B01B1H9B2I

https://www.amazon.com/High-Speed-Gear-Micro-Padded/dp/B0153IKINC
Link Posted: 1/9/2021 4:14:30 AM EDT
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I was looking for a velcro pad last year and the HSGI slims were OOS, decided to try out Wilder. Sizing is the same and works great. Price is basically the same.
HSGI probably mo betta as they make hook and loop side pads.

https://wildertactical.com/collections/belts/products/urban-assault-pad
Link Posted: 1/9/2021 9:39:29 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By northcoastwizard:
I was looking for a velcro pad last year and the HSGI slims were OOS, decided to try out Wilder. Sizing is the same and works great. Price is basically the same.
HSGI probably mo betta as they make hook and loop side pads.

https://wildertactical.com/collections/belts/products/urban-assault-pad
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I was in the same boat recently. HSGI belt pad was OOS everywhere and buying direct had like a 20-week lead time. Stumbled across the Wilder Tactical belt pad and although if you buy direct, there's a little bit of a lead time, I found one in stock at HYDRA Tactical, which has free shipping.
Link Posted: 1/9/2021 6:45:22 PM EDT
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Unity Tactical Spark marker light.



VELCRO One-Wrap, Coyote, to secure stuff...



...used in conjunction with an ITW Grimlock for glove retention. (Potato pic)

Link Posted: 1/9/2021 8:19:33 PM EDT
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OneWrap is gonna solve World Hunger... Wait and see.
Link Posted: 1/11/2021 12:44:35 PM EDT
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Finally decided on a belt and setup.



https://www.flickr.com/gp/189661952@N03/F0MCDe

https://www.flickr.com/gp/189661952@N03/619344

Link Posted: 1/11/2021 2:40:31 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Grindel3710:
Finally decided on a belt and setup.



https://www.flickr.com/gp/189661952@N03/F0MCDe

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Link Posted: 1/11/2021 3:41:37 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 1/11/2021 7:02:51 PM EDT
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Two smallish updates...

1. Picked up a FDE HK Hook to replace the carabiner I was running to secure gloves.



2. Also, picked up a Walker's Universal Muff and Glasses Holder. I figured it would come in handy at a class.





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Link Posted: 1/12/2021 10:06:22 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By PFran42:
Two smallish updates...

1. Picked up a FDE HK Hook to replace the carabiner I was running to secure gloves.

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224333826_jpg-1775303.JPG

2. Also, picked up a Walker's Universal Muff and Glasses Holder. I figured it would come in handy at a class.

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224232976_jpg-1775312.JPG

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224308660_jpg-1775317.JPG

HK Hook
www.amazon.com/dp/B004GEUHDG

Walker's muff holder
www.amazon.com/dp/B078X1XMV4

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I’d snap that holder off first stage at any of the classes or comps I have shot.
YMMV but I have learned to keep to a minimum things sticking out that can get snagged on stuff.
Link Posted: 1/13/2021 10:47:08 PM EDT
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Looking to put together my first battle belt rig. I'd like to keep it pretty minimalist. Going with a blue alpha belt, but having a hard time choosing between molle and standard version.

I figure its better to have it than not, but wondering how necessary it will be.

Looking to attach holster, some estac magazine pouches and an ifak pouch.
Link Posted: 1/13/2021 11:09:02 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TxAggieA-Batt:
Looking to put together my first battle belt rig. I'd like to keep in pretty minimalist. Going with a blue alpha belt, but having a hard time choosing between molle and standard version.

In figure its better to have it than not, but wondering how necessary it will be.

Looking to attach holster, some estac magazine pouches and an ifak pouch.
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Non molle
attach pouches with one wrap
......
Profit
Link Posted: 1/13/2021 11:23:11 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TxAggieA-Batt:
Looking to put together my first battle belt rig. I'd like to keep it pretty minimalist. Going with a blue alpha belt, but having a hard time choosing between molle and standard version.

I figure its better to have it than not, but wondering how necessary it will be.

Looking to attach holster, some estac magazine pouches and an ifak pouch.
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I'd nix the MOLLE/PALS on mine if I had it to do all over again.
Link Posted: 1/13/2021 11:24:57 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By stoner01:

Non molle
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And I'm on the other side.  

If you know the right way to use WTF straps, which includes feeding them back through the pouch a second time in the middle molle row, they mount pouches rock solid to molle.  Rock solid...while being very thin and flexible...and not digging into you like malice clips.  No doubt, it's faster to mount things with One Wrap, but not as solid.

Different strokes I guess.  




Link Posted: 1/14/2021 7:28:13 AM EDT
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How do you all store your belts?  

Link Posted: 1/14/2021 7:55:56 AM EDT
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How do you all store your belts?  

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I built something similar to this.

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Link Posted: 1/14/2021 12:33:48 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By PFran42:

@StevieJ309

It is showing out of stock now. Here are the links that showed them in stock when I made the purchase. Maybe bookmark these links and check every few days:

https://www.amazon.com/HSGI-Micro-Grip-Belt-Panel/dp/B01B1H9B2I

https://www.amazon.com/High-Speed-Gear-Micro-Padded/dp/B0153IKINC
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Originally Posted By PFran42:

@StevieJ309

It is showing out of stock now. Here are the links that showed them in stock when I made the purchase. Maybe bookmark these links and check every few days:

https://www.amazon.com/HSGI-Micro-Grip-Belt-Panel/dp/B01B1H9B2I

https://www.amazon.com/High-Speed-Gear-Micro-Padded/dp/B0153IKINC


Originally Posted By PFran42:
Two smallish updates...

1. Picked up a FDE HK Hook to replace the carabiner I was running to secure gloves.

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224333826_jpg-1775303.JPG

2. Also, picked up a Walker's Universal Muff and Glasses Holder. I figured it would come in handy at a class.

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224232976_jpg-1775312.JPG

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224308660_jpg-1775317.JPG

HK Hook
www.amazon.com/dp/B004GEUHDG

Walker's muff holder
www.amazon.com/dp/B078X1XMV4



Wait. Are we not boycotting Amazon now?

Link Posted: 1/14/2021 2:54:06 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By scuba_steve:


And I'm on the other side.  

If you know the right way to use WTF straps, which includes feeding them back through the pouch a second time in the middle molle row, they mount pouches rock solid to molle.  Rock solid...while being very thin and flexible...and not digging into you like malice clips.  No doubt, it's faster to mount things with One Wrap, but not as solid.

Different strokes I guess.  


https://i.imgur.com/zHaqwYh.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/OjpRTjg.jpg?1
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Any downside to having the molle version even if only using belt clips?
Link Posted: 1/14/2021 6:17:58 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By diggerwolf:




Wait. Are we not boycotting Amazon now?

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Originally Posted By PFran42:

@StevieJ309

It is showing out of stock now. Here are the links that showed them in stock when I made the purchase. Maybe bookmark these links and check every few days:

https://www.amazon.com/HSGI-Micro-Grip-Belt-Panel/dp/B01B1H9B2I

https://www.amazon.com/High-Speed-Gear-Micro-Padded/dp/B0153IKINC


Originally Posted By PFran42:
Two smallish updates...

1. Picked up a FDE HK Hook to replace the carabiner I was running to secure gloves.

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224333826_jpg-1775303.JPG

2. Also, picked up a Walker's Universal Muff and Glasses Holder. I figured it would come in handy at a class.

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224232976_jpg-1775312.JPG

https://www.ar15-backup.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210111_224308660_jpg-1775317.JPG

HK Hook
www.amazon.com/dp/B004GEUHDG

Walker's muff holder
www.amazon.com/dp/B078X1XMV4



Wait. Are we not boycotting Amazon now?



Thanks for those links, PFran.

I've got a $50 gift card for Amazon that I'm trying to use up then I'll go back to avoiding them like usual.
Link Posted: 1/14/2021 9:29:39 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By manywits:
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I stand my PC up on a shelf in my gun safe and wrap my belt around it. I use the micro pad and once it’s in place it won’t lay flat.
Link Posted: 1/14/2021 10:41:17 PM EDT
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Ronin Senshi
Esstac double pistol gapped
Esstac medium 556
BFG micro dump pouch
Direct Action horizontal med pouch
True North MHA w/Gcode XST
Direct Action TQ pouch
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 9:33:10 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Massan:
https://i.ibb.co/fHnzRWH/20210114-190235.jpg

Ronin Senshi
Esstac double pistol gapped
Esstac medium 556
BFG micro dump pouch
Direct Action horizontal med pouch
True North MHA w/Gcode XST
Direct Action TQ pouch
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Very Nice.

While we are on topic, do I want gapped or non gapped esstacs for a molle belt?
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 10:11:42 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:


Very Nice.

While we are on topic, do I want gapped or non gapped esstacs for a molle belt?
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Do you have different sized baseplates for your mags? Mind the gap. If not, you should be fine with a regular.
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 10:24:03 AM EDT
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Do you have different sized baseplates for your mags? Mind the gap. If not, you should be fine with a regular.
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Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:


Very Nice.

While we are on topic, do I want gapped or non gapped esstacs for a molle belt?

Do you have different sized baseplates for your mags? Mind the gap. If not, you should be fine with a regular.

So they will both fit with wtf straps? I thought the spacing was off on one. Thats why I'm confused.
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 10:59:50 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

So they will both fit with wtf straps? I thought the spacing was off on one. Thats why I'm confused.
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The spacing is different with the GAP version
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 11:39:19 AM EDT
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The spacing is different with the GAP version
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Originally Posted By NCPatrolAR:
Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

So they will both fit with wtf straps? I thought the spacing was off on one. Thats why I'm confused.



The spacing is different with the GAP version

Enough that it will not fit molle belts with wtf straps?
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 11:41:07 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

Enough that it will not fit molle belts with wtf straps?
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Not an issue on my blue alpha belt, on which I have a two mag gap pistol pouch mounted with WTF straps, pictured above.
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 11:59:32 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

Enough that it will not fit molle belts with wtf straps?
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Originally Posted By NCPatrolAR:
Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

So they will both fit with wtf straps? I thought the spacing was off on one. Thats why I'm confused.



The spacing is different with the GAP version

Enough that it will not fit molle belts with wtf straps?

The gaps will still fit on molle belts
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 12:02:31 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By scuba_steve:


Not an issue on my blue alpha belt, on which I have a two mag gap pistol pouch mounted with WTF straps, pictured above.
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Originally Posted By scuba_steve:
Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

Enough that it will not fit molle belts with wtf straps?


Not an issue on my blue alpha belt, on which I have a two mag gap pistol pouch mounted with WTF straps, pictured above.

Great thanks.
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 12:19:49 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

Enough that it will not fit molle belts with wtf straps?
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Originally Posted By NCPatrolAR:
Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts:

So they will both fit with wtf straps? I thought the spacing was off on one. Thats why I'm confused.



The spacing is different with the GAP version

Enough that it will not fit molle belts with wtf straps?


The gapped double kywi fit my eagle OGB just fine.

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Link Posted: 1/15/2021 12:26:15 PM EDT
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You all need to read this Estaac blog post on GAP spacing and attachment methods.

https://esstac.com/blog/micro-pals-webbing-belts-and-attachments-/

Even if your GAP double pistol mag pouch fits in the PALS loops, you may experience issues butting up your M4 pouch right next to it.

TL;DR:

Velcro OneWrap FTW... It allows for better vertical placement and horizontal micro adjustments.

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My pistol/M4 mag setup:
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Link Posted: 1/15/2021 12:33:56 PM EDT
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While it may be close when the belt is flat, I’ve found that potential clearance issues tend to resolve themselves when the belt is donned.

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Link Posted: 1/15/2021 12:40:18 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By PFran42:
You all need to read this Estaac blog post on GAP spacing and attachment methods.

https://esstac.com/blog/micro-pals-webbing-belts-and-attachments-/

Even if your GAP double pistol mag pouch fits in the PALS loops, you may experience issues butting up your M4 pouch right next to it.

TL;DR:

Velcro OneWrap FTW... It allows for better vertical placement and horizontal micro adjustments.

https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/all_jpg-1780162.JPG

My pistol/M4 mag setup:
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/WPC-Q-000001_11_28_09_AM_png-1780164.JPG
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OneWrap is a good solution but less secure than PALS. Should work for most applications but still should be taken into consideration.

You won't have an issue with the gap being butted up against another pouch if they're placed somewhere around the curves of your hip as demonstrated in the post above.
Link Posted: 1/15/2021 12:56:04 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Space-Cadet:


OneWrap is a good solution but less secure than PALS. Should work for most applications but still should be taken into consideration.

You won't have an issue with the gap being butted up against another pouch if they're placed somewhere around the curves of your hip as demonstrated in the post above.
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Originally Posted By Space-Cadet:
Originally Posted By PFran42:
You all need to read this Estaac blog post on GAP spacing and attachment methods.

https://esstac.com/blog/micro-pals-webbing-belts-and-attachments-/

Even if your GAP double pistol mag pouch fits in the PALS loops, you may experience issues butting up your M4 pouch right next to it.

TL;DR:

Velcro OneWrap FTW... It allows for better vertical placement and horizontal micro adjustments.

https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/all_jpg-1780162.JPG

My pistol/M4 mag setup:
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/WPC-Q-000001_11_28_09_AM_png-1780164.JPG


OneWrap is a good solution but less secure than PALS. Should work for most applications but still should be taken into consideration.

You won't have an issue with the gap being butted up against another pouch if they're placed somewhere around the curves of your hip as demonstrated in the post above.


We need like buttons. Specifically going this route for the 'more secure' aspect.
Link Posted: 1/17/2021 8:49:17 AM EDT
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Anyone have any experience with the AWS LAB? Seems like the mounting system is a little much. adding a molle panel to the Velcro and then adding your pouches to that molle panel. To me seems like there would be a lot of wiggle room. any benefit to this system over a blue alpha belt?
Link Posted: 1/17/2021 9:13:58 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 1/17/2021 9:59:35 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By lxranes:
Anyone have any experience with the AWS LAB? Seems like the mounting system is a little much. adding a molle panel to the Velcro and then adding your pouches to that molle panel. To me seems like there would be a lot of wiggle room. any benefit to this system over a blue alpha belt?
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I use one, works great. Keeps things from moving around. A little fuss early on, but I don't change out pouches so it works good.
Link Posted: 1/17/2021 4:30:27 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By lxranes:
Anyone have any experience with the AWS LAB? Seems like the mounting system is a little much. adding a molle panel to the Velcro and then adding your pouches to that molle panel. To me seems like there would be a lot of wiggle room. any benefit to this system over a blue alpha belt?
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I picked one up recently; those molle panels are kinda of a b!@#$ to remove if you don't have the little plastic tool they supply you with. They are not going anywhere. And if you lose that little plastic piece, a cut down credit card works just as well. If you think that adding/removing those molle panels are too much look elsewhere. Preference I guess.

On a related note, anyone know whats up with their CS? Had a item backordered and now its in stock. Inquired about it but nothing.....
Link Posted: 1/17/2021 4:59:06 PM EDT
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They got blasted pretty hard last year. They OEM for some outfits on top of direct sales of their own sizable product line.
I'd give em a few days before trying again. They're legit, probably just swamped.
Link Posted: 1/17/2021 9:59:50 PM EDT
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@1iviper was right. The Multicam Cordura got me...

After waiting for over a month for my SL 6390RDS-2832-552 (551 would be the RH model) to show up and then learning that my holster (without modification) would only fit a G19/19x/45, I learned that all of the shells for a particular model are the same size. A sized barrel plug is the only difference between a 19 and 34. Once I considered threaded barrels, G17's, G34's, compensators, etc. I decided that the best option for me would be a Safariland model compatible with a G34/35. As luck would have it, OP Tactical had a LH 6354DO-6832-702 (701 is the RH model) in stock and here we are 48 hours later.

One thing to note between the 6354DO and 6390RDS... The QLS Fork sits higher on the shell with the 6354DO. If you like the height of a 6390RDS on a mid ride UBL, you're probably going to want a high ride UBL if switching to the 6354DO. I've got a True North Concepts Modular Holster Adapter (MHA) that was set to the mid mounting location so I'm going to move the QLS up a notch.

6390RDS on left:

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Not sure what I'm going to do with the 6390RDS but I now have a complete mid-ride UBL w/QLS spare setup. I know... Two is one...

Lastly, I swapped out my FastMag for a naked medium KYWI in Multicam and replaced one of my USGI tacos for a Tactical Tailor pistol mag pouch so that I could better secure my Leatherman Surge (which replaced my Wave).

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Link Posted: 1/18/2021 5:47:25 PM EDT
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This is a project I’m working on. I’m sure it’s not original but I like to make stuff work for me Goal is lower profile than a full blown war belt but still able to run a Safariland ALS on a regular pants belt. I tried the Frank Proctor belt loop but it’s not comfortable for all day wear and not as stable as a UBL in my opinion. The problem with the UBL is it’s too big for a 1.5” pants belt and rocks back and forth and up and down. RDR gear has an injection molded spacer that would solve that but at $15 + shipping it’s a little pricey.

Solution? Some scrap kydex, clamps, and a heat gun.




I used a low ride 2.25” UBL I had it laying around. This is pretty crude but it’s solid. I have another mid ride UBL on the way and on this one I’m going to use some plywood to clamp it to make it pretty. The UBL wasn’t bothered by the heat at all. Surprisingly with a stiff belt the UBL doesn’t flop at all. Makes me think most of the flop is from the belt loop being too big.

Next mod is to wrap a 6360 STX basketweave 1911 holster in woodland Cordura.
Link Posted: 1/18/2021 7:21:33 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By jonathon:
This is a project I’m working on. I’m sure it’s not original but I like to make stuff work for me Goal is lower profile than a full blown war belt but still able to run a Safariland ALS on a regular pants belt. I tried the Frank Proctor belt loop but it’s not comfortable for all day wear and not as stable as a UBL in my opinion. The problem with the UBL is it’s too big for a 1.5” pants belt and rocks back and forth and up and down. RDR gear has an injection molded spacer that would solve that but at $15 + shipping it’s a little pricey.

Solution? Some scrap kydex, clamps, and a heat gun.

https://i.imgur.com/IL4y21W.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/sgQWwdy.jpg

I used a low ride 2.25” UBL I had it laying around. This is pretty crude but it’s solid. I have another mid ride UBL on the way and on this one I’m going to use some plywood to clamp it to make it pretty. The UBL wasn’t bothered by the heat at all. Surprisingly with a stiff belt the UBL doesn’t flop at all. Makes me think most of the flop is from the belt loop being too big.

Next mod is to wrap a 6360 STX basketweave 1911 holster in woodland Cordura.
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Is the basketweave molded in or is it some type of wrap like the cordura?
Link Posted: 1/19/2021 12:14:39 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By PFran42:
@1iviper was right. The Multicam Cordura got me...

After waiting for over a month for my SL 6390RDS-2832-552 (551 would be the RH model) to show up and then learning that my holster (without modification) would only fit a G19/19x/45, I learned that all of the shells for a particular model are the same size. A sized barrel plug is the only difference between a 19 and 34. Once I considered threaded barrels, G17's, G34's, compensators, etc. I decided that the best option for me would be a Safariland model compatible with a G34/35. As luck would have it, OP Tactical had a LH 6354DO-6832-702 (701 is the RH model) in stock and here we are 48 hours later.

One thing to note between the 6354DO and 6390RDS... The QLS Fork sits higher on the shell with the 6354DO. If you like the height of a 6390RDS on a mid ride UBL, you're probably going to want a high ride UBL if switching to the 6354DO. I've got a True North Concepts Modular Holster Adapter (MHA) that was set to the mid mounting location so I'm going to move the QLS up a notch.

6390RDS on left:

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Not sure what I'm going to do with the 6390RDS but I now have a complete mid-ride UBL w/QLS spare setup. I know... Two is one...

Lastly, I swapped out my FastMag for a naked medium KYWI in Multicam and replaced one of my USGI tacos for a Tactical Tailor pistol mag pouch so that I could better secure my Leatherman Surge (which replaced my Wave).

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the barrel plugs are easily removed or modified to work with threaded barrels or to tighten up the "fit" of the gun in the holster

dat sh+t looks proper
Link Posted: 1/19/2021 4:29:05 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Space-Cadet:


Is the basketweave molded in or is it some type of wrap like the cordura?
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STX Basketweave is molded into the plastic. The leather covered holsters really suck but would probably be okay to wrap if you peeled it off.
Link Posted: 1/19/2021 8:41:46 PM EDT
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QLS and One Wrap for everything
Link Posted: 1/21/2021 9:40:04 PM EDT
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Out with the old...

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In with the new...

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Blue Force Gear Micro Trauma NOW! and Ten Speed Ultralight Dump Pouch.

My previous mounting of the HSGI Bleeder/Blow Out Pouch was sub optimal as it could not be readily accessed by both hands. I went with the smaller dump pouch in order to clear up some room on the right side of the IFAK.

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Link Posted: 1/22/2021 3:41:08 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By PFran42:
Out with the old...

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In with the new...

https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/309598/PXL_20210122_000936013_jpg-1790513.JPG

Blue Force Gear Micro Trauma NOW! and Ten Speed Ultralight Dump Pouch.

My previous mounting of the HSGI Bleeder/Blow Out Pouch was sub optimal as it could not be readily accessed by both hands. I went with the smaller dump pouch in order to clear up some room on the right side of the IFAK.

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Let me know if you want the old to go to a knew home...
Link Posted: 1/22/2021 4:21:50 PM EDT
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SOE gear belt.

Nightfall Custom holster on Safariland ubl and TRex thigh strap.

Esstac and Gcode pouches.

NAR Tourniquet in TRex holder.

LAPG dump pouch.
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