Chest rigs, plate carriers and 'war belts'

[SuRrEaLNJ 294]

Im not sure who im running out of vacation days with faster, the job or the wife

[n4p226r 105]

i have a HSGI rigger belt with velcro on the inside and i put a padded backing on it.  it makes it like a mini 1.75" war belt.   I only have a pair of AR15 HSGI tacos and a dual mag carrier on one side and a g-code RTI on the other.  

[JackDaWack 2,895]

Got my plates a few weeks ago and finally picked up a Carrier.

 

the new banshee carrier 2.0 is pretty sweet with comfort and functionality. I can fit an extra rifle magazine and 2 pistol mags on each side of the cummerbund with comfort. You can fit many more but they start to crowed out your pit area. I was sent the wrong double pistol mag pouch that i plan to put next to the multi-tool pouch. I threw the knife in the front pocket just to see how it looks, but it's actually pretty convenient.. The vest gives me 5 rifle and 2 pistol mags of easy access, with an addition of 4 pistol mags tucked in the cummerbund ( i can reach by hand but its tireing to get them out). ALL in a very low profile vest.

 

 

[fatty 241]

nice setup.  the new banshee version looks like a decent improvement over the original. 

[jeff47 30]

Jack, what plates are you running in there?

[JackDaWack 2,895]

AR500 level lII+ lightweights ACS cut with paxcon buildup.

[ChrisJM981 924]

AR500 levelII+ lightweights ACS cut with paxcon buildup.

Side plates as well? I was looking into that setup.

[JackDaWack 2,895]

Side plates as well? I was looking into that setup.

I'm a relatively small build so I skipped the side plates. Besides, the vest is already around 25 pounds loaded. But afaik these are the best plates you can get unless you get ceramics/composite. The fact I don't have to worry about damaging the plates is what sold me on them.

 

The banshee is also great for smaller framed individuals, very compact minimalist carrier. I think it also helps you keep the weight down by only giving room for the essentials. Unlike many other vests that provide much more room for tacticool stuff. This carrier is literally only the size of the plates.

 

Other than my 2 pistol mag pouch up front, i'm gonna add a med pack and tourniquet. And put in the hydration camel back.

 

Hopefully i will be at 30pounds when done. Which is less weight than i carry when hunting. Not to mention my pistol will be on my belt. After long heavy hikes, weight it always in the back of ur mind.

[Shawnmoore81 623]

I have a dealer account if anyone needs anything

 

http://valken.com/sports/

 

 

 

 

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My rig

 

 

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[fatty 241]

that's a lot of velcro lol

 

nice 226

[JackDaWack 2,895]

I was going for a minimalist set up but didnt even think about all the noise velcro makes, better not be hiding when you have to reload.

[Shawnmoore81 623]

I didn't either

 

The pistol is a button. I may change the pouches and that's what came on it

 

 

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[ChrisJM981 924]

Shellback Tactical makes a level IV lightweight plate capable of taking 4 AP hits, but it doesn't state if it is ceramic or steel. Though, at 4.4 lbs I assume it is ceramic.

[fatty 241]

steel and lightweight shouldn't be used in the same sentence...  so heavy compared to real lightweight ceramic setups

[High Exposure 5,669]

Don't forget HDPE and Boron Carbide plates. It's not all just steel or glass.

 

They also make hybrid plates with a combo of two or more materials in layers.

[ChrisJM981 924]

Don't forget HDPE and Boron Carbide plates. It's not all just steel or glass.

 

They also make hybrid plates with a combo of two or ore materials in layers.

Good point. I forgot to mention all the specifics. It's an inch thick and the price point is $400 for a 12x10 plate. I'll contact ST for more info. While lightweight is nice, I'll take the tradeoff of a heavier plate for more durability.

[High Exposure 5,669]

Ultimately, hard armor selection boils down to these 3 qualities:

 

Affordable

Lightweight

Effective

 

You get to pick two.

[JackDaWack 2,895]

steel and lightweight shouldn't be used in the same sentence... so heavy compared to real lightweight ceramic setups

My steel plates weigh roughly 6.5lbs EA which is fine by me considering the entire package costed me around $500. They offer an advanced cut that is just over 5lbs, but why sacrifice plate surface for a pound? I wouldnt put the Ar500 lvl III+ plates in the same category as normal steel plates. What ever they did to them saves weight and increases stopping power. I have definitely researched enough pros and cons for all the materials used for plates these days and HE is right,you will always sacrifice some aspect. Even the ceramic plates are more bulky.

 

You can find durable and light plates, but they literally cost over 500 bucks per plate. This is just an around the house SHTF bug in prep for the zombies when they come knocking. If I was an LEO I would be spending the coin, but chances are this will never see any action, but I have it if I need it.

[SuRrEaLNJ 294]

The 2 rigs and belt im curently working with.

 

[CageFighter 236]

Got my plates a few weeks ago and finally picked up a Carrier.

 

the new banshee carrier 2.0 is pretty sweet with comfort and functionality. I can fit an extra rifle magazine and 2 pistol mags on each side of the cummerbund with comfort. You can fit many more but they start to crowed out your pit area. I was sent the wrong double pistol mag pouch that i plan to put next to the multi-tool pouch. I threw the knife in the front pocket just to see how it looks, but it's actually pretty convenient.. The vest gives me 5 rifle and 2 pistol mags of easy access, with an addition of 4 pistol mags tucked in the cummerbund ( i can reach by hand but its tireing to get them out). ALL in a very low profile vest.

 

 

 

just ordered the same carrier, used black friday discount.   should be here tomorrow.  now i need to shop plates. 

[myhatinthering 462]

I'm a relatively small build so I skipped the side plates. Besides, the vest is already around 25 pounds loaded. But afaik these are the best plates you can get unless you get ceramics/composite. The fact I don't have to worry about damaging the plates is what sold me on them.

 

The banshee is also great for smaller framed individuals, very compact minimalist carrier. I think it also helps you keep the weight down by only giving room for the essentials. Unlike many other vests that provide much more room for tacticool stuff. This carrier is literally only the size of the plates.

 

Other than my 2 pistol mag pouch up front, i'm gonna add a med pack and tourniquet. And put in the hydration camel back.

 

Hopefully i will be at 30pounds when done. Which is less weight than i carry when hunting. Not to mention my pistol will be on my belt. After long heavy hikes, weight it always in the back of ur mind.

what did that set up cost?

[myhatinthering 462]

Shellback Tactical makes a level IV lightweight plate capable of taking 4 AP hits, but it doesn't state if it is ceramic or steel. Though, at 4.4 lbs I assume it is ceramic.

that's outstanding protection

[JackDaWack 2,895]

what did that set up cost?

I pieced it together over time but it's probably a little under $700

[myhatinthering 462]

thanks....looking to put a set up together as well

 

can you send me all the specs etc

[JackDaWack 2,895]

thanks....looking to put a set up together as well

 

can you send me all the specs etc

Banshee 2.0 carrier

AR500 light weight lvl 3+ plates with plaxicon buildup

Tactical Tailor light 3 mag rifle, 2 mag pistol and multitool pouches.

[fatty 241]

Id like to get some highcom 4SAS7 ceramic plates (lvl4 standalone)

[CageFighter 236]

Id like to get some highcom 4SAS7 ceramic plates (lvl4 standalone)

 

just remember the added weight, maybe up to 2lbs each.

[fatty 241]

Theyre lighter than the ar500 3+ plates i have now lol

 

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[ChrisJM981 924]

Banshee 2.0 carrier

AR500 light weight lvl 3+ plates with plaxicon buildup

Tactical Tailor light 3 mag rifle, 2 mag pistol and multitool pouches.

What's that weigh in at?