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Post the gear guides.
I would die to a mujahid with a rusty AK.
Why has nobody figured out ballistic gauntlets?Knights had some badass gloves like 500 years ago. How come nobody makes 'em out of laminated kevlar/carbon/s-glass or UHMW these days?>inb4 muh trigger guards
>>61956919For what purpose? Do you think you're going to be punching bullets out of the air?
>>61956931hell, I'd wear em just riding my e-scooter around. I triple up high-end impact gloves as it is, and it'd honestly just be thinner to run articulated laminates.
>>61956940and look at freakin' lacrosse gloves. sure you can get decent ballistic resistance in a smaller form factor than this shit.
>>61953958So what options are available other than Nexus and PGD? Or do I just have to deal with those
>>61956919fingers will still be broken and unusable anyways. ballistic shields are already effective and in regular use
>>61955194>>61955181>>61940224
>>61957063I wear under armor or Nike shirts as a baselayer, they're fine.
>>61957019>fingers will still be broken and unusable anyways.If you make them out of flexible soft armor, sure. If you make them out of articulated hard armor, the backface deformation is slow low then probably not.
>>61957063It's a fucking t shirt bro
Do modern jungle boot styles (not surplus/repro) still have the size one down rule or are they true to fit?Also, recommendations for boot insoles?
>>61957174I know but I'm gearmaxxing and for example a cotton shirt wouldn't be advisable, so theres some considerations to be made
>>61957294>for example a cotton shirt wouldn't be advisableWell that depends on whether or not you care if it melts in a fire lol. But surp FR polyester stuff is cheap and literally all civilian athletic polyster t shirts are the exact same shit.Rugby and polo shirts are nice because they have a collar.But for real it's a t shirt. Don't overthink it.
How do I clean diarrhea out of Crye pants
frogs are always the worst posters.
>>61956975> PGDDude, if you're ever in a position where you're seriously considering buying a PGD helmet or armor plate -- STOP and go to Militech's website. It'll be better and cheaper that way.
>>61957349BILLY MAYS HERE FOR OXICLEAN
Imagine buying this lmao. Been seeing huge shilling for the TAPS lately from surplus places and this retarded nigger drops this piece of shit.
>>61957439Imagine BRAAPing in the TRAAP rig
>>61957439I'm a t.rex fan but this is beyond funny
>>61957439He's established over and over that he can rip off established designs with slight modifications and do a piss filter color correction and his retarded fanbase will buy it lolWhy would he stop now?
>>61957447gross
>>61957334i got fr shirts bit theyre thicker, I washed my pcu lvl1 and hanged it to dry in the sun and didn't really dry out super quickly, took a couple hours at least
>>61957294get something with merino wool then for base layer, something like 60% merino wool is ok I am armormaxxing. I am training with carrier side plates on front and back plus plates on forearms and on legs.
>>61957439>trapbasedbtw it's not a bad design, but I'd rather buy a blackhawk rrv or tap bc of the price, it's good bc the mags are easily accessible and lie flat, you can add an ifak, gp and you're set, plus it's got the admin pouch built in
>>61957503I got merino for the winter but in the heat I'm sweating like a mf with it, long sleeved too, I lost one of my 3 merino shirts I'm fucking mad
>>61957513NTA anon but get Colombia sweat wicking (omni wick or omni freeze) long sleeve. Merino underwear and socks and you are tropical weather ready. If you have bad bugs get a breathable calva like dead bird.
Alright, here's my delima. I've got a thicc molle style stand alone battle belt, the old style. I have a lot of gear on it, a lot of it is G-Code where I can swap out the mounting brackets from Molle to belt style, so that is taken care of. What I am getting cold feet about is the pieces I have on it IFAK, Dump pouch, etc. that are sewn on molle straps. Can this be used at all on this style of belt pictured? Does three row molle straps adapt to a belt like this, or is there a mount converter, or do I need to buy new pouches that are made to mount on belts? Thanks for the input
>>61957419I mean it looks like a much of a muchness, PGD is shit pressed in Bulgaria where as militech is shit pressed china.
>>61957597tx I'll look into, merino socks are absolutely based, cotton socks get drenched if I go for a walk in the heat, these fucking socks stay dry after walking for 7 hours inside of heavy goretex boots, dont stink even after being used multiple times, are warm, dont rub your skinI remember my ex gf once came with me on a hike, it was a chill one but still had some elevation, paved or gravel path, she insisted on using her "boots", you know those military leather boots looking ones that are just a fashion item in reality, and used cotton socks, while not having conditioned feet, she instead they were justasgood despite my warnings, and got her feet scraped out like mf with blisters, guess she learned her lesson
>>61957439I like the golden looking parts.
what's a good belt for just holding my pants?i got a leather one but it gets soaked in sweat and I want to use it on my normal clothes as a 2 piece belt, which I know is a different thing, is the bison good?
How come everybody is constantly sperging out about whether or not x pouch or y hat "glows under nods" but nobody ever talks about how insanely reflective and shiny exposed tegris on hypebeast gear is?
>>61957439>14 columnsThat'll never fit a range trap, who is this really even for?
>>61958166>tegris on hypebeast gear is?Can you post a pic?
>>61958166I have NODs but I don't have any tegris gear to test myself do you have a pic? Now I'm curious.
>>61958166not my pics but wrong.
>>61957063how are you so helpless and brain dead that you can't figure out a shirt
>>61958280
Where are the infographics?
>>61958284the fact that I'm asking doesnt mean I cant do it myself, but im curious on other people's input
>>61958310>bully the infographics guy all the time>he fucks offWhat dah?!
>>61956520>OP didnt even post the collagesI bet he owns guns and has regular sex with women too, the fucking faggot.
>>61957221Bumping for an insole recommendation
Imtook some pictures of me in my gear but you guys give me too much second hand embarrassment to post them here and be associated with you.
>>61958560fair call desu
>>61958560Same
>>61958310save them from the previous thread. Be your own first responder.>>61957221>>61958534superfeet
>>61957419>>61957683Pretty sure there PGD ARCH uses Dupont Kevlar for its aramid, whereas the Militech helmets (and every other Chinese helmet) use the orangey-yellow aramid that's made in China. I think someone on YouTube shot and opened up an ARCH to see if it was Chinese made, but I can't remember what the channel name was.>>61957637Slick belts don't work with MOLLE straps. An alternative would be to use one-wrap to mount the pouches, but the pouches will probably sit a little higher on the belt line as a result.>>61958069>what's a good belt for just holding my pants?Just get any nylon belt with the buckle style of your choice. Blue Alpha Hybrid if you like Cobra buckles, or Blue Alpha Low Profile if you don't like Cobra buckles. Kore if you like their ratcheting system.>>61958166>nobody ever talks about how insanely reflective and shiny exposed tegris on hypebeast gear isTegris and CURV aren't very reflective at all, and if it still bothers you, Rust-oleum is cheap and effective.
>>61958286Now hit it with an illuminator lol
Someone please help me identify this uniform.
>>61959663appears to be kazuhira miller's MSF uniform from metal gear solid peacewalker
>>61959663M1967 Jungle Utility Uniform, as distinguished from the OG-107 uniform by its slanted pockets. Idk whether the thigh pockets are real, they weren't usually that tall but it could be some obscure variant.
>>61957349If they are camo, then you don't need to
>>61958310Posting the only one I maintain, though there is a more useful flowchart style plate infographic.For the nigger/s kicking down on infographics, SOMEWHAT TELLINGLY we had the slopplate gremlins coming out of the woodwork. "HEY IS GUARDOG ARMOR GOOD GUISE I HEARD IT WAS OK. "The kvetch about infographics taking images away from this thread is fucking retarded, most of the images are usually some faggot belt or tournequit.
>>61961550spamming the same 10 images in every thread stifles actual conversation, enforces a reddit-style groupthink, and ignores all but the most popular options. in summary its shit
>>61961611Make your own set based on your own opinions then faggot.
>>61961611It gives easy answers for the most commonly asked questions from people who are not regulars to the threadDo you want the conversation of newfags asking to be spoonfed the same info each thread?
pvs14 with carson lenses, omni VII gp tube, rhino mount and j arm, the paint on it has come off a bit in some places2.2k eurosfor the EU market seems a good price, usually gen3 toobs cost alot more
>>61961783anyone knows if the lenses are legit?
the nikwax on the 3dap didnt do shit even if I applied as per the instructions, maybe it only works on certain fabrics idk
>>61956931When training with target recognition, impacts tend to cluster around the perceived threat which is usually the gun/hand. You'll see this a ton in force on force
Thinking of buying a 55-60 backpack to take innawoods. I can't afford Savotta or Tasmanian. I am in Poland. I heard that there is a manufacturer called Wisport that makes stuff for Polish army - has anybody here used their stuff? Is it any good?
>>61961910It's just not worth the weight, heat and loss of mobility to make nonvitals bulletproof
>>61961910If you are being shot in the hands you have bigger problems - like not being shot.
My fanny pack showed up.
>>61962052what are you gunna shove in your fanny?
>>61962052No offense, but I've seen airsofters with better gear than this "Marine Special Operator"
This is a CURSED thread without the infographics
>>61963011/gq/ is healing.
>>61963011Post gear.
>>61962329he's just doing a photo op
>>61961783>do you want to talk about gear instead of enforcing compliance with the approved gear pictures?Yes yes I do
>>61963355NOOOOOO YOU CAN'T TALK ABOUT GEAR OUTSIDE OF THE META!!!! YOU MUST BUY ONLY FROM THE 10000% CORRECT INFOGRAPHICS!!!>This post sponsored by SoiSpear and Cryin' Crye Precision
>>61963387Crye's only problem is that it's expensive.
>>61961550Fixed.As always, if you're in a country where you can't easily/legally acquire plates, you can always buy the Militech level 4 or level 3+ plates on AliExpress and roll the dice with your country's customs potentially seizing it.
>>61963564I got the Italian surp nc4-09 with the plates, but idk if they're lvl4 or 3 or 3+ and if they're icw or standalone, no label, only info I found was a site selling them saying it's lvl4 but idk where they pulled it from
What should go into an IFAK?
>>61963928Pic related is a good starting point.
>>61963564Based, you are doing good work anon
>>61956520Do you guys know of any durable nonsynthetic baselayer alternative to merino? I'm finding that with regular wear (once every week or two) and air drying my merino baselayers only last about 1.5 years. Is alpaca any better? I would prefer to avoid polyester because of the odor retention.
>>61964200net base layer maybe?
>>61964239Net base layer is god tier for cold months but it frays easily.
>>61964421better than normal layers? what's its purpose?
>>61964766https://youtu.be/-5UWkorZlvY
>>61964200>only last about 1.5 yearsSounds about right.
>>61964200drifire silkweight stuff is synthetic, but i like it. there's also beyond clothing's lv1 hybrid waffle layer
>>61957063Go look up spiritus' videos on cold weather layering. The three big pieces are merino wool/merino blend base layer, wind cheater or soft shell and a high insulation belay parka. The base layer and soft shell is your 'action suit', with the belay parka for when you're static. As always, best way to figure out what works for you is to go out and do it.
>>61964839For wear like once every 2 weeks? idk man that sounds a little light
>>61964895I've had merino socks wear out after about 2 years of once a week > wash repeat use. There are certain articles of clothing which are more likely to wear than others in a "shorter" amount of time. Your base layers are thin material rubbing against your body.
Is that a real surplus
I "made" an "assault pack" sorta DIY style for pretty cheap so I thought I'd share.I have a voodoo tactical hydration carrier with a 3L Source bladder. I attached it at the top with 2 2inch-to-1inch plastic loops. And at the bottom I used a molle to velcro panel. Then I attached a surplus M81 sustainment pack to the webbing. Which is a good bit of room.All in all it was about $35 not including the bladder.Also as a side note, I don't know how reliable a roll one (knock off) will be in the back when I'm under stress or injured.
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Is there any kind of cummerbund that attached to molle instead of velvro? I have a lightweight carrier that doesn’t have any velvro on it and I’d like to add a cummerbund because the little side straps let it flop around too much.
>>61965020JPC style cummerbunds with the bungee should work. Only cummerbund ive ever seen with a cummerbund that uses actual molle to attach is the MSA sohpc, and thats a relic.
does anyone have that Quick Reference Image for backpacks? I need to upgrade my range pack pretty badly. cheers
Anyone ever stick a 16340 battery into a device that takes CR123? In particular, Surefire X300U B, Streamlight TLR2 HL? Etc?Can they manage the over voltage?Why the fuck haven't all CR123 based devices, Eotechs, X300Us, etc been re-designed to be dual fuel compatible with both CR123s and 16340s?Also for any battery nerds, would removing the common USB C charging port from 16340s allow for more capacity?
>>61964947I wore the same pair of darn tough for 7 months about 3-4 days a week washing only once a week. They still have plenty of life. Don't judge me
>>61965100Email the company. I emailed eotech and they said it could destroy the optic due to the higher voltage of the 16340s. Should run with flashlights but makes them run hotter shorting it's lifespan. Sig has a light that does 16340s and cr123s.
>>61965046I'm mostly seeing stuff like this. So it attaches in the back with the bungee straps and it attaches in the front with velcro? So as long as I buy some kind of velcro panel for the front of my carrier these should work fine?
>>61956520Thoughts and or experiences on Leupold ballistic sun glasses? I'm thinking about getting a pair. I just want sunglasses that are a little nicer than the cheap gas station ones I currently wear that actually protects my eye's from UV rays but being resistant to impacts is a nice addition too for when I'm at the range.>https://www.leupold.com/sentinel-matte-black-laser-safe
Hey all, where do you find good camo brands/patterns? I’m not talking multicam or surplus military, but unique camo patterns. I’ve looked for things that fit my area, but can’t find any good options. The closest I’ve gotten was RELV MOAB/Tunnel Rat, but they don’t sell outside the US. Ideally something that mitigates thermal + NIR compliant.
>>61965584Do you want it to give you blowjobs to?
>>61956520just ordered my first ever battle belt, the magnetix from agilite, do i keep the dump pouch on the back? and do i keep a potential ifak and multi tool on the same side as a pistol holster?
>>61965584nigger think about what you just asked there>I want unique camo>but also FR/NIR
>>61965584Atacs, kryptek and phantomleaf are all internationally available patterns with color schemes similar to what you want. Most fabrics that don't use a brightener are naturally NIR (cotton doesn't reflect shit and cordura doesn't much), and for ones that arent like polyester, a dusting of krylon will fix it. From what I can see, Relv thermal blocking is exclusively for static hides, which is the easiest circumstance to block thermal anyway. Put up two mylar blankets with air between them (like a tent and tent fly) and a thermal wont be able to see through them.
>>61965610See what you like but I do IFAK at the 6, dump pouch at the 7:30, and multitool at the front either side.
Is the USMC FILBE assault pack worth buying if in relatively good condition for around $75-$90? I remember people buying these in damn near like new condition years ago for like $50, but it seems like surplus is drying up. You can buy a beat to shit one missing the stiffener for like $30-$40 these days.
>>61958513Eww.
>>61957637>delimathat's not the word you're trying to useit doesnt even sound the same get some hooked on phonics, underaged poster
>>61964054>/k/ related medical advice >"learn cpr and aed use for opioid overdose">"learn stop the bleed, but you know, not tccc or anything else">you need a litter, tweezers, itch cream, and "Tylonel" at least it's comforting that the teenager who wrote this retarded shit and the gullible noguns who would think its in any way real don't own guns in the first place
>>61965886I didn't see chest seals in the IFAK and the med tape seems not so useful. Overall not useless but I always tell people to get the premade kits with a rip out pouch and just add the 1 or 2 things that might be missing.
>>61965911>but I always tell people to get the premade kitswhat credentials do you pretend to have on an anime forum to think that premade kits that people won't know how to use anyway is a good idea
>>61965927You're a angry welfare queen. We pay your salary show some respect.
>>61965957So, you concede your advice on the topic of gunshot wounds is about as useful as a middle-school airsofters?
>>61965981Of course not, do you have to be a pro mechanic to fix cars and give advice?
>>61965911The overwhelming majority of the IFAKs I see posted here or anywhere in this sphere, do not have nearly enough gauze. I’m a Paramedic and I treated a GSW about 8 hours ago. Pt got shot 11 times by a cop and we used all the quickclot and all the gauze in the ambulance. We were crisscrossing triangle bandages to compress over our packaged wound channels by the time another crew got on scene.
>>61965663If it's in good condition it's a giant-ass durable day pack that you would spend over $300 on anything comparable new.There will always be surplus assault packs on the market though so don't rush out and buy one if you don't need it.
>>61963355>enforcing compliance
just got 2 m81 sustainment pouches, good shit but I didnt realize until they arrived that they have this big ass MOLLE disposition so I cant attach it outside of my 3dap or SATL, unless I only attach the top 2 and leave the bottom, but idk if it'll hold
>>61965445Oakly make really nice sunglasses. Laser is a meme unless you are riot police and unlucky
>>61966622Would have done everyone a favor if you let him bleed out. Now he gets the use the ER for free, get out of jail with a slap on the wrist and try to murder someone again in a few weeks.
>>61966622I've heard even 1 or 2 shots can use a bunch of gauze, 11 is crazy. I carry 2 Z folded gauze in my IFAK one quick clot and one regular.
>>61967021Why can't you attach it?
>>61967374i can but only with the top 2 webbing, the bottom 2 cant bc theres not enough molle
>>61967412Is there velcro? Or can you zip tie or paracord the bottom molle to something?
What’s a good price to get these for?
>>61967140>Oakly make really nice sunglasses.Indeed, I've tried a few pairs on BUT I know for a fact I'll be getting one come next Christmas from a close family member, also dunno of Oak's are range rated.>Laser is a meme unless you are riot police and unluckyNot anymore...https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/china-laser-green-hawaii-b2281250.html>Chinese satellite fires green laser beams over Hawaii as tensions escalate over spy balloonIn fact a PLA satellite COULD be flying over your head RIGHT NOW! Not so irrational of a purchase now is it anon-san?...Shitposting aside I'll probably never need it but it's a nice feature to have in the hypothetical scenario that some idiot accidentally flags me with their PEQ at the range.
>>61967196>>61967335Yeah Pt locked himself in a public toilet evading police, got magdumped point blank with 9mm, died in the ER sometime before we brought our next Pt to the same hospital which was a bit over 2hrs later because we had to return to station and restock.
Was originally gonna post the Archive dot ph link but 4Chüd hates archive links to news sites for some reason.... Keeps thinking I'm trying to spam because it's retarded.
>>61966622So what about for an IFAK:Chest sealNPAPressure dressingCombat gauzeNPACATGlovesTC3 cardThen any space left packed with more gauze?
Rate the British SF loadout.
I still have no idea what the D ring is used for on cobra buckle battle beltsI think it looks cool so I still payed an extra 20 dollars for a belt with the D ring
>>61968316Clipping in.
>>61968142>Chest sealBring two, entry and exit wounds through the lungs can become>NPAAlmost never use them but it’s hard to harm someone with one so why not>Pressure dressingThe Israeli one? We use them, they’re fine but ultimately it’s a bit of a gimmick and you can achieve good compression onto a packed wound with any type of bandage >Combat gauzeQuickclot or any other kind of haemostatic gauze is fine but obviously it doesn’t replace direct pressure and good wound packing technique>CATAt least two. >GlovesI step out of the ambulance with gloves on already have an entire pocket just filled with pre-folded gloves. I’m not touching some methhead’s blood but if your range buddy NDs into his foot right next to you are you really worried about getting AIDS?>TC3 cardA regular notebook will doIf you’re not a Paramedic buying this shit expecting to be some hero first responder and actual Paramedics find you attempting a finger thoracostomy or injecting illegally-acquired expired ketamine or some shit, just know you’ll be going to jail for a very long time.
>>61968316if you are real military, they are for not falling out of a helicopterif you are civilian, they are for not falling out the back of a Tacoma after you follow your dreams and mount a machine gun in the bed
>>61968596For me, the D ring is for jabbing into my belly jelly when my giant gut spills over onto my belt while sitting at the range firing 3 rounds a minute at a stationary target and then leaving because they don't have AC
>>61968615you lost me at 3 rounds a minutedont you mean 3 mag dumps a minute into the 10 yard target line?
>>61968532>Chest sealTo be fair I’m pretty sure you can buy the double packs for some brands.>CATOn my load out I generally carry four one for each limb.>TC3I was only doing this for an IFAK kit rather than general purpose.
>>61967511no velcro
what's the going price for an ORC industries PCU lvl5 in multicam in a normal size?what about the lvl4?
>>61968532>if you’re not a paramedic, just let them bleed out or you’ll go to prisonI don’t think that’s true, but countless people have been saved by people with little or no training applying even a makeshift tourniquet. I’ve seen someone saved by having a belt applied to their leg because luckily for him, it doesn’t take a genius with training to tie something around a fucking limb.
>>61968689NTA but I’m pretty sure it depends on your state or country’s “Good Samaritan” laws. As long as you aren’t doing anything to invasive you should be fine, like gauze and pressure or a TQ. Slamming an NCD or even an NPA in some cases would likely be going too far.
>>61968689Nah you're supposed to not buy medical supplies to go with your shooting gear you use deep in remote woods and should just let people bleed out if you see someone in need. No one in the world has ever done first aid without credentials.
>>61965661thanks for the input, cant wait to get mine set up!
>>61968936NTA but figured I might as well throw another setup in there.
>>61968633That is the BCM manufacturer's recommended rate of fire per some email that circulates around between customer support and an anon with a fucked up barrel
>>61969341sounds like commie bullshit
>>61965297That seems reasonable, germs don't take to merino well and a 4 day build-up of foot grime isn't too bad.
>>61967960use archive.is some of the other shit domains are blocked
>>61969024Your knife goes on the opposite side of your pistol newfriend.
>>61965297yeah dude i used ti wear danish endurance merino socks for work in construction sites and shit in the winter and I'd wear the same pair for a week and it was fresh af, you could smell it hard af and didnt stink btw I got to experience the suck of cold since my gay company didnt issue us any cold weather shit so the first times I was there in approx 0C/32F, it's not that cold but I was standing still for 4/5h straight with just coveralls and a cotton shirt under it and it got to the point where I had to do sprints and jumping jacks and shit to not get my fucking fingers frozen, the worst was when it had snowed, then the next day it melted and started raining and there was fucking 15cm of slush and the temp was right above freezing like 1/2/3C so I was waterlogged like mf and freezing, I then started bringing my ecwcs layers to work and they were golden, still the employer was a fag not even providing basic shit for cold weather, I stole a jacket from the warehouse bc I refused to use my ecwcs shit for outer layers as its get destroyed and filled with oil and grease, so I only used to inner layers
>>61968314Generic/10
What do you guys think about basaltic masks?Entirely pointless, or simply too cumbersome to be useful?
>>61969994The knife was never going to stay on there, it was just a place to put it. It didn’t have anywhere near the sort of retention needed to run it.
>>61970290Entirely pointless.
>>61970290They're great except for the fact that you can't see anything and the movement of your head is greatly reduced.
>>61970386They appear to come in several different cuts.I've literally never seen any military using them though so there must be a reason.
>>61970290buy one and let me shoot you in the face with it.
>>61970529I think I'll wait for the YouTube video.
>>61965957you seem deeply hurt by being told you're incredibly wrong
>>61968314Thats a pretty old layout if its using a regular C8. Theyve already replaced its replacement by now. Seems like aftermarket carriers are a status thing for them, they're issued the JPC and AVS but any group pic of them from the last decade will have ferro, spiritus or some other meme carriers like C2R and plateframes.
has anyone ever tested the adept steel helmets?if they're legit it seem pretty good compared to uhmwpe and aramid, but from the vids I've seen the nvg shroud sucks
>>61970529>buy one and let me shoot you in the face with it.Nah, you should ask this anon instead. Pic related.>>61969983I'll use that next time for posting news articles, thanks anon.
>>61971025>steel body armor>current year+9
I've been using Howard Leight earmuffs for years. I'm interested in Peltor ComTac V earmuffs though. How much better is the sound protection? Electronic audio quality? Comfort? Puc related, it's them.
>>61971137If you don't need/want integrated comms then ComTacs are absolutely, 10000% not worth the cost over Leights/Rangeguards/Walkers. They're better but nowhere near enough better to justify the price difference if you don't need that additional functionality.t. Own and use ComTacs, Sordins, Liberators, AMPs, and every poorfag option depending on what I need day to day.
>>61971177>Expensive earpro isn't worth it>But I bought them all anyway
>>61971187Surely you need to have owned and used them to make an authoritative value judgement? To say its not worth it but to have never used them would just be poorfag cope.
>>61971187Try rereading that first sentence again, retard-kun.>if you don't want/need integrated commsIs there something about that that isn't making sense to you?The reason the expensive headsets cost more is because people plug them into radios to talk to each other. If you don't want to or need to do that, then fuck no they aren't worth it lol. In fact with a lot of the gucci comms headsets, the NRR ratings are actually worse than they are on Leights, Rangeguards, and Walkers.
>>61971187nigger, the expensive stuff isnt better at sound protection, it's mildly better at audio, its price its justified purely by it's commsis you dont need comms you dont need comtacs
>>61971105That was such a stupid fucking thread, retards on /k/ are so gullible.
>>61971177>walkersMy walkers slims are fucking garbage. They’re simultaneously too large and yet they still crush my head and I can’t hear shit when I’m using them.
>>61971177I hadn't considered them before, but I have a gift card to a store that has them, so with the gift card, they become much more affordable (like $150 out of pocket). If they provide better hearing protection (very important to me), better quality sound, and are more comfortable, then I might get them. Tbh, my Howard Leighs never last too long, and they only go up in price cause of Bidenflation (Amazon is selling them in the $70 rang today). With the gift card I have now, an investment in the ComTac V might be a good idea, but you haven't said anything good about them, and it's hard for me to find info online since gear queers just compare them with other high end stuff, rather than making a video or article speaking to the common folk like me who have lived their lives with the Walmart brands and are now Gucci curious.
>>61971239>mutant potato head posting on /k/ they work for me>can't hear shitisn't that the pointdo you even turn them on
>>61971252NTA but I have comtacs and they are better than the consumer stuff. They have a better electrical amplification system, they are fully waterproof, and have a much longer batter life. Get the gel cups and they are pretty comfortable. Worth getting just make sure to get it with the downlead so you can integrate it with radios and hopefully you're not a friendless anon so you can put it to use. Radios are cheap I cant imagine larping solely alone. Like the others said its not like consumer electric ear pro is trash if money is tight and you wont ever use comms its not a big deal.
>>61971293I see. I definitely don't have any friends or anybody to shoot with, so I'll never use comms. I just want to protect my ears and be comfy and have a pair of muffs that aren't going to crap out every 3 or 4 years. Seems like these aren't worth it for me, even at the $150 price point.
>>61971304You can get gel cups for your current pair and that might do the trick for you. Sorry you don't have shooting buddies you guys make me sad. Benefit of being in the south everyone around here shoots.
>>61971279>isn’t that the pointThey’re electronic you retard. The point is you’re supposed to hear people talking but not hear gunshots. I couldn’t hear a fucking thing when I was talking to my dad at the range, then he let me use his peltors (don’t know the model, but they were very plain looking) and I could hear everything crystal clear.
Any good drop leg level 1 retention holster that isn’t as expensive as a safariland? I know drop leg is retarded but I have IBS so it hurts to tighten my belt to keep my gun from bouncing around and drop legs take all the weight off my belt.
>>61971324>gel cupsThanks for the tip, anon. I'll look into them.
>>61971252>>61971239Of the poorfag Big 3 I'm a strong proponent of Rangeguards since they're compatible with ComTac accessories and IMO are the most comfy by far.But again as someone who has all the gucci options, they're super not worth it over Rangeguards or Tac100s with gel cups unless you're using them for comms. Seriously, spend that money elsewhere, and consider making some friends.
>>61971372Okay, I will spend the gift card on something else. I won't be making any friends though. Every time I try to befriend men they just want to put their wiener in me and it's disgusting, and women aren't into this stuff, so yeah. I just make do shooting by myself.
>>61971427
>>61963928>Tourniquet (ideally also a second carried elsewhere on your body)>Chest seal (ideally also a second one for gunshot exit wound)>Thermal blanket>Emergency bandage>Nasopharyngeal airway with lubricant>Sharpie to write time of application on tourniquet>Additional triangle bandage OR emergency bandage if possible (doubles as sling for arm or leg)>Gloves>Trauma shearsThat's it. That is US/Australia/Nato standard. Anything else or more exceeds IFAK designation.
>>61963928>>61964054>>61971471do you guys even know how to use the stuff in an IFAK
>>61971480Yes, I've watched a few Nutnfancy videos, so you can say that I'm an expert.
>>61971480Yeah, I'm a civilian nurse and army reservist with combat first aid training (I can administer medications).Do you doubt what I said goes in an IFAK?
>>61971492What pouch is this if you don't mind sharing
>>61971492What kind of murse?
>>61971495No prob. It's the vertical one so fits better on my belt webbing>https://platatac.com/catalogue/bags/medical-load-carriage/platatac-tear-away-med-pouch-mk2.html
>>61971505Highschool nurse. Not much different during my time in the military. When the kids play football and heat case, I go for the good ol’ ice rod therapy
>>61971507Thank you
>>61971505Registered Nurse in a hospital
>>61971514>>61971524Uhhhh gear sisters which one is the real nurse?
>>61971524Best place, just because women in their scrubs.... Shit is like lingerie to me.
I bought two pairs of ComTac V, single lead version.How bad did I fuck up? The NIB nearfield mode offered by the VI didn't seem very useful from what I was reading, the VII are mil/leo only, and the VIII are currently pre-order and even more expensive than AMPs.I considered AMPs too but they didn't actually seem any better than ComTac V besides the magnetic nearfield earplugs. Might order a pair when I order my helmet.
>>61962329I told him and he was offended
>>61971547Nurses with the low cut scrub tops are hot
>>61971593No matter the cut, they're all freaks in one way or another.
>>61971372best gelcups for rangeguards?
>>61971645NoisefightersComtac gel cups work with rangeguardsSo do comtac ARC adapters and a bunch of other shit.
Anyone ever stick Velcro adhesive strips on the inside of a pouch that didn't come lined with loop? Considering doing it. I'm wondering if it will hold up.
>>61971480They make me take a CPR/health class every few years for work. It's a full 8 hour course and fairly robust, they teach you how to tie TQs and apply chest seals, so while I'm no expert, I have a little card in my wallet that says I'm certified.
>>61968689>>61968701>>61968743retards all I'm saying is know your scope of practice and don't do shit you're not qualified to do. It's not in my scope to perform a resuscitative thoracotomy so I'm not going to crack someone's chest even if they need it, I'm going to manage the rest of the arrest and if they die so be it.>but bro they're dying you have to do somethingFeel free to explain in court how you punched a NPA through someone's base of skull fracture into their brain instead of maintaining their airway with a jaw thrust.I'm not American but I became a Paramedic with 2 years study while working full time. If you want to be that guy just go and get the qualification and work 1 shift per month and keep your current job.
>>61971325turn them on next time>>61971923stitch them in? I imagine just sticking them on won't last long
>>61972183Fuck you everyone gets an NCD now.
what your opinion on the ILBE main ruck?I think it's decent for the price, very heavy tho, good load bearing, bombproof, the pocket design is mediocre tho, I dont like that its top access only and the side zippers aren't much help, too many straps, it's got the top lid tho which is nice, and the beavertail, I dont like that it doesn't have external pockets so everything goes inside and pulling it out is a pain, but since it's full of MOLLE you can attach shit to the outside to fix that.idk guys I'm pondering if I should sell it or not since I already have other packs for the same role
companies that use black buckles on woodland gear instead of brown are gay
10% off at OP Tactical through July 3rd. My wallet will not recover.>>61972469See, I've always been a fan of the ranger green with black hardware combo over the RG + coyote combo you typically see now. RG + black just looks cooler. Now everyone's worried about black accents standing out under IR or whatever. Nothing a little Rust-oleum won't fix if it's that big of a deal though.
>>61972500coyote is the best color for details like buckles buttons and zippers etc black is ass everyone got his tastes tho
I'm going to spend 100$-200$ and buy an entire combat outfit off temu.Do you guys think this is a good idea?
>>61972693No.
>>61972694I'm going to do it anyway.it'll probably be shit but it's all so cheap i can't resist.
>>61972693Only if you're ok with slave labor.
What’s the best way to mount a blade antenna on your kit?
>>61972368It's good.And it can work with FILBE packs too.>>61972693All your shit is going to break and you are still paying too much. You can get condor clone chest rigs for $20.
>>61957221>>61958534the knockoff adidas boost insoles
>>61967930>>61967960Satellites aren't real retard, they're gloried advanced hand puppets projected into the firmament. It's all a giant grift to justify higher taxes because of muh Nasa or whatever the Russian and Indian equivalent is called.
im bout to buy goruck macv2, butbik not sure about the size, I got hanwag Alaska in 43 and they're good, but the size finder on the website says to buy 41.5, I got Adidas stan Smith in 42 and they're good, was thinking of buying 42.5
>>61972183Not reading all this
>>61973229>it’s all a ruse so the government can do XI never understood those kinds of conspiracies. The government can do whatever the fuck they want with zero justification. They no longer care what we think.
>>61971132A helmet is the one place steel makes sense due to the minimal back face deformation.
>>619728167-8 o’clock on the cummerbund tied into the molle with with shock cord using two slipknotsYou can use long enough cord to run the end of the slipknot into your shoulder strap and just yank it to release itBottom line is that you’re gonna have a bad time if it’s just you because no one can help you stow it again
>>61973483Couple questions. 1) Does anyone know a good place to get a micro chest rig with a map/notebook pocket, like the Hill People Gear style? I can't find any HPG shit in Canada. I want this for non-tactical/fuck around in the woods reasons (hold maps, notebook, compass, small tools) so poor fag stuff will work just as well.2) Tactical larp question, what do you guys suggest when it comes to webbing like pic related? I want a comfy harness.
>>619738252) eagle H harness or FLC
>>619738251: Haley Strategic micro rig or alternately hazard4 has some good non larpy looking chest rig things2: velocity systems jungle rig is similar. If you’re okay waiting until like dec, kommandostore is doing a smersh rig
>>61973825>chest rig to hold bullshit items which aren’t rifle mags, grenades or a radioType in “chest harness” into the search bar on Temu, you’ll find something to your liking for about $10>belt webbingSORD has cheap belt webbing
>>61971923the velcro will be stronger than adhesive on clothgoing to have to sew
For swimmer/shooter cuts do you just use sapi backers? Can't seem to find a decent set of backers for them.
>>61974764Ferro concepts 3a swimmer cut backer
>>61974896No xl tho....
>>61974902never seen an xl sized swimmer plate. I guess a sapi backer ought to suffice.
>>61974902you dont need xl to cover vitals
>>61974764I use quality plates so I don't need backersshooter cut is retarded anyway
dump pouch recommendations? i rarely see anyone in thread talking about them, just want a decently sized (doesnt have to roll up but it would be a plus) molle pouch for empty mag retention
>>61975406Dump pouches are sort of so hard to fuck up it's barely worth talking about desu which is why so little discussion.Maxpedition and LBT are my two personal favorites, between the two I prefer the LBT on my beltline. I'll also use a BFG tenspeed on my PC at about 1100 for incidentals or if I'm not using a belt but it stays stowed 95% of the time out of the way. and the tenspeed really shines in that usecase IMO, I think it would disintegrate pretty quickly if it was on a beltline as a primary dump. People really like the Flatline Fiber Co that can tuck under another pouch but from what I've read you need to make sure you buy the one made of ripstop, the other one is super flimsy.
>>61975455thank you
anyone else seen these knock off SATLs? quality doesn't look too bad for chink shit
>>61975571price and sauce anyway in the us market old gen coyote brown SATLs are cheap as fuck so theres no need to buy Chinese
>>61975626aliexpress for like 200 bucksgot a source for cheap legit ones?
>>61975571you can't tell quality from pictures like that.
>>61975406I really like the trex oneI don't actually use it for dumping magazines though
>>61963928Anything short of a full modern hospital complete with medial staff people will laugh at you for being a poor fag.
>>61975455>>61975502>you need to make sure you buy the one made of ripstop, the other one is super flimsy.Other way around. You want the one made of Cordura. Ripstop dump pouches (like the Blue Force Gear and Defense Mechanisms ones) have no body at all and flop around like a plastic grocery bag in the wind.
>>61975571Buy if and if its not good return it. Chink bags are usually good to go first thing id check is the zippers and stitching. See if its on amazon first since shipping would be quicker.
>>61975725if youre american eBay and tacswap and some surp 200 for a fake one is a shit deal when you can get real ones for 200/250
>>61976182surp stores*
>>61975891Yep thanks I mixed em up lol
>>61971923Sew it instead
>>61977414Animéééééééé!!!!
Does NAR do any 4th of July sales? I need a few new things
Kinda want to join LBT Gold Label Group for drippy camo
>>61975081LTC makes a few.
>>61977994Keep an eye on Rescue Essentials if they have what you're looking for. They did a Memorial Day sale, so they might do something for the 4th.
>>61974902>>61978955lose weight you fat fuck
>>61973825Just get a chest rig or plate carrier. No one here needs belt kit. I used belt kit for over a year and it's terrible.
>>61977414Some Velcro is coming loose on my carrier and I wanted to add some stitching. Do I just use a regular ass needle and thread, or should I use like an awl or something?
>>61978946Is LBT still good?
Looking to pick up a new edc flashlight, anyone know of sites that are having a sale for the fourth?Otherwise what is your preferred shop for lights?
Jap armor and camo is drippy
>>61980061>dripIn the past, slang used to originate from shortening of existing terms. Where the fuck did drip even come from aside from zoomer's replicating basetball americans' inability to speak?
>>61980270I always assumed it was a euphemism for precum.
>>61980061Yh they drip jizzy af gnome saiyan fr fr no cap
>>61980270>t.dripless opp>>61980373Ong fr
>>61980402At least you know how >t. works
>>61963564What's up with nfm stuff
>>61971132>>61973470im looking to grab something like picrel for the bugout scenario. you're saying steel plates are not ideal?what's the best option for a stealth, under the sweater greyman option? assuming this plate harness wont affect the type of plate one can choose.
>>61980467>bugout scenareo Gay>steel platesMega gay>greyman Uber gayJust buy a colour you like then buy some gesso 4400.
>>61963564why is botach on the shitlist?>>61980467Steel is trash check out stealth armor systems. They make small lightweight armor that might fit the bill
>>61980270I was told that its from the phrase "fresher than wet paint", so if something is drippy (ie; still wet) then its fresh; meaning stylish.
>>61980467>steel platesMost are garbage and heavy as fuck. And ar500 isn’t suitable for plates anyways. But the caliber armor ar 550 plates (the ones with spall shield) don’t spall at all, and they’re no heavier than ceramic. They’re worth looking at if you’re a poorfag and just want something to throw in your closet because you’ll never need them anyways.
>>61963564UK fag here. Anyone heard anything about VestGuard UK? Apparently all made in the Uk.
>>61980531>They’re worth looking at if you’re a poorfag and just want something to throw in your closet because you’ll never need them anyways.Kek.
>>61979979anything decent quality is fine for edc, the expensive stuff is just needed for gun mounted lights to hold up to recoilstreamlight penlight is >$30 and perfectly adequate for an edc
>>61980510>why is botach on the shitlist?jewish tricks
>>61980510botach lists things as in stock which are actually back ordered.
>>61979087Thanks anon
Is it true that if I don’t spend 200 dollars on the bag my ifak goes in that I will literally die in the streets?
>>61980498>>61980510>>61980531ok thanks bros, I'll check out everything suggested. I just like the undercover option, protection without projection. Wasn't looking forward to steel but I thought it would be the best. Encouraging that there are some different options
>>61980925>I just like the undercover option, protection without projection.Civilian urban camo is low profile. Steel is crap but if you want metal this is a titanium plate I would trusthttps://www.ade.pt/product/mantis-titanium-armor-plate/
Explain why all the hardcore larpers like A2 run flapped magazine pouches. Are guys really losing mags left and right when using stuff like kywis or spiritus elastic inserts?
A couple weeks ago, my parents were walking our fat old retarded dog, and crossed paths with a (((dog walker))) who had 4 dogs, one being a nigger german shepherd. His were off leash and the shepherd went after my parents; no one was hurt, but the faggot didn't get his dog under control and after my dad kicked the dog away, it decided to charge the people behind them. The guy got mauled pretty good on his arm, the shepherd is being euthanized, and the walker is being sued. My dad wants to CC carry now and wants a small fanny pack to carry stuff for another dog attack/possible shooting as this one was pretty upsetting, for good reason. I was thinking of a dog attack and how to treat it, mostly puncture wounds yeah? So I would imagine a hemostatic gauze, wound packing, pressure bandage would be fine to carry, basically a normal IFAK?
>>61981113Knowing your mags aren't going anywhere is nice, plus it keeps debris out of your pouches if you're prone or crawling. If you know you're never going innuhwoods with your gear, they're probs not necessary
>>61981260Gauze, pressure dressing, TQ, Rats TQ (these work well on dog limbs in case your doggy gets hurt)
>>61981296Hey thanks for the Rats TQ suggestion anon, I have everything else. Problem with dog/knife injuries is how much you bleed; the guy was a mess and I bet you could have gone through rolls trying to get it all stopped.
>>61981322With a dog bite with so many puncture wounds I’d lean more towards wrapping with hemostatic gauze and then pressure dressing on top or 4” ace wrap. If there’s a lot of bleeding slap a TQ on first to assess.
>>61968316its for a helo or dog.
>>61980916What IFAK pouch costs $200? Most IFAK pouches go for $50-$75. If you're talking about something that can store far more supplies than what typically fills an IFAK, then yes those bags/packs can cost quite a lot unless you buy something made in Asia.>>61981113I have KYWIs on my belt, but for chest rig and plate carrier, I have flapped pouches. Like the other anon said, flaps are nice for keeping crap off your mags. Even if you're not crawling around in the woods, flaps are still nice for keeping rain and stuff out of the pouches. They're not as fast as open top pouches to draw from, but nobody's doing speed reloads off their carrier/rig in real life. That's flat range theatrics.>>61981260>>61981322>>61981375I'd skip the hemostatic and carry more regular wound packing gauze, and ace wrap. Gauze, ace wrap, a small bit of medical tape, a pressure bandage, and a TQ should be enough for serious dog bites. Maybe add 5.5" shears for cutting pants.Have your dad look into the Spiritus fanny sack and the Spiritus med tray insert. The med tray insert will allow him to keep the smaller contents arranged and not just jumbling around in the fanny sack.
>>61981113not being concerned about the potential of losing stuff is flat-range behavior.
asking again could someone tell me if it's a real surplus one? I don't know anything about these plates
>>61983002you still need level iiia soft armor to make it work as lvl4
>>61983038I thought that's only for SAPI?
>>61983002Paging Ash. Ash, come in.
>>61983045no, the esapi still needs soft armor since it is still a in conjunction with (ICW) platehttps://www.nsnlookup.com/fsg-84/fsc-8470/us/8470-01-520-7373-inserts-enhanced-small-arms-8470015207373-015207373-300-0155-001-co-pd-04-19h
What are Gen III S plates?
>>61983002It's real but it's old and looks beat-up. Used ESAPIs in that condition are worth around $200-300/ea on the surplus market. >>61983045The SAPI is an ICW plate that's like Level III+. It's rated to stop 7.62x54mmR LPS, and M855. It's ackshually a very good plate, because it's quite light, and AP threats were uncommon in Iraq and Afghanistan. The ESAPI is basically an ICW Level IV plate.
How do you not get scammed buying surplus ESAPIs and more importantly where do you find them
>>61982875kyis have positive retention, its not going anywhere
has opticsplanet ever sent you a package with bill hicks as the return address?
>>61980510>why is botach on the shitlist?i ordered a few things from them once, and then realized it was never going to ship while they kept my moneythen i searched "botach" one day to track the order but was lead to the "boteach" family who happen to be the same peoplewhat i found, explained a lot, and now they're on the never-give-money-to list
>>61983002>>61983002Yeah, what you paying/paid for it? Get some dyneema backers. If you haven't bought it yet I'd just wait to find some REV G or new plates for that 995 protection.
>>61984028*or newer
>>61982607thanks anon, I was looking at those hillpeople gear fanny packs so he could carry his upcoming CC pistol in it plus the first aid, but ill look at spiritus if he decides on doing an iwb
>>61980463Something like: they bribed officials to get a helmet adopted that wasn't rated for what it was supposed to be. Cant remember the details, it was a while ago.
dropped 100 canuckbux on new shoulder pads because im old and need it nowadaysrip my wallet
>>61984028Does anybody even use 995?
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