Picking some MOLLE gear, need advise

kissfan113

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I'm working on my tactical vest, its a Blackhawk STRIKE elite vest, so far I've got a Blackhawk triple mag carrier for M4 30 rnd mags, I'm considering my options on what gear goes on for the rest of my needs, I'm still looking for pistol mag pouches, shotgun shell pouches and some other misc gear, I'm looking into 3 brands for the remainder of my gear
Blackhawk, Voodoo Tactical, and 5.11
any advise or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Kevin
 
#5
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I've had some Blackhawk AR pouches for 5+ years, and 5:11 pistol mag and AR mag pouches for two or so. Nothing earthshatteringly innovative about them, just basic simple pouches, no failures with either brand, the elastic in the blackhawks is even still good after all this time. They haven't seen daily use, though they have been drug thru the brush, slid across rock and conrete, frozen and soaked and performed just fine. I think you'd do well with either brand. No experience with Vodoo.
 
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Check out Tacticaltailor.com. I haven't seen any of that stuff that didn't perform. I know you are kinda stuck on those other brands, which are good brands from my experience. I can't speak for voodoo I haven't used them. Anyway just check out Tacticaltailor before you make any purchases.
 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Kissfan113</div><div class="ubbcode-body">nothing too serious some tactical shooting competition and camping use </div></div>

I never go camping without my vest and at least five extra mags...you never know when a campfire will devolve into a true combat situation.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Kissfan113</div><div class="ubbcode-body">i would still like to keep in the range of mil spec gear something that would hold up in a true combat situation </div></div>

Be honest about what you plan on using it for and you will get good answers from knowledgeable people. I've been camping many times, never needed a molle vest. If you plan to compete be specific about what kind of competition so we can help. If you are deploying there is a big military presence here that can help. If you want to look cool in the mirror so you are prepared for the zombie apocalypse... I suggest ar15. com.

Edited to add my own preferences, as a serious answer to your vague question, would be 5.11 and Maxpedition.

 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Buck0311</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Check out Tacticaltailor.com. I haven't seen any of that stuff that didn't perform. I know you are kinda stuck on those other brands, which are good brands from my experience. I can't speak for voodoo I haven't used them. Anyway just check out Tacticaltailor before you make any purchases. </div></div>

I second this. I have a friend who went to a rough spot in Iraq with some Tactical Tailor gear.

It survived, and he's still wearing it. Two+ years after the fact.
 
#9
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My vest is to serve dual purpose being a combat rig for 3 gun predominantly, but as far as camping uses it seems to be a good way to pack in gear like first aid kit, binoculars, camp knife, compass, gps, and other misc odds and ends when camp resides over 2 miles in the brush and still have these items close at hand not buried/taking valuable space in a backpack, Thanks to all who have provided me with helpful answers so far.

LawnMM, honesetly have no interest in the zombie apocolypse, purely utilitarian uses only here.

Edited to add: Mil Spec to me simply means something I can be rough with and not have to worry about falling apart like some of the cheap garbage I've seen passed off as tac gear with threads coming loose just getting it out of the packaging, I was trying to be straight to the point of what I was looking for, I suppose I could have done better with explaining my intended uses, I'm not really stuck on any one brand and am open to anything of quality construction that will last the test of time. I simply named 3 brands I'm aware of who appear to make quality gear.
 
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Look man I think most people could tell from the original post what you were asking. Some guys on here get way to wrapped around the axle on how stuff is posted. My recommendation for Tacticaltailor.com is from my experience in Afghanistan. But the way I figured it if it worked good enough for me in daily patrols and combat operations in Afghanistan then it was at least worth a look. I hope this was "serious" enough of an answer, and not to "vague" for anyone on this thread.
 
#11
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Mil-Spec usually means "cheapest piece of shit the bidder could semi-legitimately claim met the minimum requirements of the contract."

There is a reason hikers and backpackers don't wear combat packs, even quality ones. Stuff built for combat is generally excessively heavy because:

A) It is going to be mistreated in a manner no hobbyist ever need do

and

B) Who cares if it's heavy, it's just a damn grunt carrying it.

Hiking 2M carrying a pack (I assume you'll have a pack and aren't just hiking from the parking lot to the cabin while the bellboy retrieves the samsonite) while wearing a vest wrapped around your chest is going to be (apart from rather silly looking) a lot less fun that just sticking your first aid kit in your pack and wearing a butt pack for your compass and GPS or sticking in the pocket of your cargo shorts.

As far as mag pouches and stuff go, check out http://www.optactical.com/
They generally have pretty good prices, especially if you can find what you want in their clearance section.
 
#12
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I'll certainly take a look into tactical tailor, and will be checking out that link as well Ratbert, I have an old OD green Alice jumbo size alice pack that goes on my camping trips with me, I guess never really bothered me much to have the extra weight, although there have been times i've considered an ultra light trip with just the essentials in a very small pack. Thanks to all those who have responded so far.
 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Kissfan113</div><div class="ubbcode-body">nothing too serious some tactical shooting competition and camping use </div></div>

Camping = backpack/sling bag

molle vests are hot and make you look like a dork out in the woods. I carry first aid, basic survival kit and handgun in a Maxpedition Versipack. It's not likely I need to support a precision rifle/AR/Shotgun when I am walking trails with the kids. A handgun for animals and criminals is always prudent.

Competitions -

Determine what competitions you are doing. Different competitions have different needs. I have no need for a molle vest for a precision rifle competition. I can carry everything I need on a battle belt and small pack. IDPA and three gun I can also get away with a different belt (although it's been awhile since my last 3-gun)

The only reason I use a Molle vest now is for work. It carries rifle plates, magazines and a blowout kit for active shooter/rifle support work. I run it because I have to have something to hold plates on my chest AND if I need to pull it out I am usually already wearing a belt to support my handgun and other equipment.

For mag pouches you need to check out the ITW Fastmags. They are the shit. Once I get a set of the pistol versions I am going to be running a full review (5.56/7.62/pistol).

http://www.triadtactical.com/ITW-Military-Products/
 
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I use a VTAC molle belt with HSGI tacos and a 511 dump pouch. You can get alot of good gear from SKD Tactical. I have found that unless required by work, vests get in the way and are hot.
 
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Thank you LoneWolf for the reply, I'll keep all that in consideration as I move forward from here, perhaps I need to reevaluate my stand on how to attach gear and what is necessary at this point.
I've been having trouble finding adequate pouches for my AK at present, the M4 pouches seem to work ok but still a slight fitting issue at times, although the AK is a temporary fill in until I can decide on a good AR I'm hoping to keep it around, lil thing is pretty fun to shoot, lol,
 
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A little off topic but any good AR reccomendations, seen several ranging from DPMS, Colt, Bushmaster, and Stag Arms, not really a money issue on the AR, just simply too many choices with everyone sayin theirs is the best around. Need practical input from the end users of the weapons available, been torn between Colt and DPMS a while now, Colt unfortunately only carries a 1:7 twist, any help in that department is greatly appreciated as well. I'm not stuck on brand names just need to know what the best option out there is under 1700.00
 
#21
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+1 on tactical tailor and high speed gear.
check out high speed gear taco's for mags...if you utilize these you'll be able to run multiple weapon systems with the same mag pouches. huge plus for those with multiple platforms. and you can change mags really fast.

AR's.... its basically like choosing brands of oil. bushmaster, rock river, etc as well as 'higher end' colt, lmt, etc all get the job done. check out bravo companies new stuff, and they even sell complete uppers put together from various parts, so all you have to do is just slap the upper onto the lower. if you dont mind waiting, check out larue's new complete AR's.
 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Kissfan113</div><div class="ubbcode-body">A little off topic but any good AR reccomendations, seen several ranging from DPMS, Colt, Bushmaster, and Stag Arms, not really a money issue on the AR, just simply too many choices with everyone sayin theirs is the best around. Need practical input from the end users of the weapons available, been torn between Colt and DPMS a while now, Colt unfortunately only carries a 1:7 twist, any help in that department is greatly appreciated as well. I'm not stuck on brand names just need to know what the best option out there is under 1700.00 </div></div>

Whats wrong with a 1:7 twist?

None of the brands mentioned will do you wrong, 5.11/tactical tailor/maxpedition,etc...

I was trying to be humorous, and admittedly a smart ass, with my past post but to be serious...please don't camp with a vest. You look like a tommy tactical mall ninja doing that. Get a good back and you're set. Its fine for 3 gun I guess, I don't have much experience with that yet. Its on my list for later this year and next.

For what its worth, when I buy a new barrel for my AR, its going to be a 1:7 twist. A tighter twist lets you run heavier, better BC, projectiles. Minimal worry about overspin on lighter stuff. Its win win. Don't let it scare you away.
 
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I prefer it and 77gr bullets but if you want to shoot cheaper 55 gr stuff it may limit you. My 1:7 LMT will barely hold minute of pie plate with 55's but hammers with 77's. Some may shoot the 55's but dern if mine will.
 
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