Since the members of the NJZED are for the most part gun owners, I was wondering how you guys (and girls, if we have any) carry your gear. I've got a vest (Thanks Nick!) that holds 6 AR mags and 4 pistol mags. I also have a Comp-Tac holster for the Px4 with a dual mag pouch. I'll post some pics tomorrow of said gear.

 

Let's go guys, I'm serious about my NJZED gear!

Really depends on the situation I guess. As we briefly discussed at Dix over the weekend, chest rigs don't really work for me... it just never feels natural... so I've gone the "war belt" route. My current training set up involves an ATS War Belt with ATS shorty AR mag pouches, Eagle FB double handgun magazine pouch, and a G-code holster. Depending on the class I can run 4-6 AR mags with this set up.

 

If I only need to carry a handgun and mags that I use either Raven Concealment or Comp-Tac holsters & mag pouches.

Ive got a Blackhawk vest for now as well as some kydex ar mag holders. Pistol rides in a SERPA holster. that pouch on the lower right is an israeli FAL mag pouch im using as a drop pouch

:ph34r:

Depends on what camo i'm wearing. Multicam I use my plate carrier. It's molle and modular. Green based camo I wear my SOE (Yes, the original) CQB vest - 4x double AR mag pouches, 4x pistol mag pouches, upper pouch, buttpack, drop leg holster.

bejeeezus, you guys. I only have 1 holster & a mag pouch. I still gotta save up for fancy gear. for now - PANTS POCKETS!!!

I have all this gear because of Airsoft, that's why.

I know, Nick, it's why you have the ghillie suit and all that good stuff

I've made financial mistakes in my youth and now I have kids. so I gotta make do without or save up for gear slowly. for now, my one holster w/ magazine pouch & shot shell bandoleer, supplemented by cargo pockets would have to do

 

I had this nice hiking vest with tons of pockets long ago that would've worked well. this was way before I had guns, so I have no idea where I stashed it... maybe Salvation Army has it now...

I have more than enough gear for loaners!

Nick, you're a standup guy. for training that would work, but when the zombies invade, I'm not driving down to Brunswick to borrow gear

I have more than enough gear for loaners!

 

Pics of said gear please?

Aside from my overt 'ninja' reference, I will contribute more then a smiley...

 

The thing about gear is that a person has to figure out what is best for them. As Pete pointed out, vests and chest rigs don't work for him-- so, he goes with a belt. Others prefer a first responder-type bag (http://www.511tactical.com/browse/Home/All-Products/Accessories/Bags-Backpacks/Bail-Out-Bag/D/30100/P/1:100:50000:50800:50805/I/56026 [this is that range bag, Pete]), and others have no real choice and use/train with what they must (like LEO/MIL).

 

Personally, I have a chest rig and PC. Of the two, I prefer the chest rig because its a light system that does everything except have a hydration carrier (which is an easy fix). If ever needed, I can just throw it on in a matter of seconds (no straps or buckles, etc)-- as well as ditching it in a matter of seconds. Its also lo-pro, but sufficiently carries enough materials. Generally speaking, its a hell of a force multiplier.

Kind of a bad picture but you can see more detail in the 2nd pic

 

SOE CQB Vest w/ utility upper pouch and buttpack.

 

Multicam Plate carrier

 

I also have a CHICOM rig with pouches for AK Mags. Some assorted pouches/belts/etc as well.

Is that a KX3 on your "M1A"?

Yeah it is. M14 SOCOM w/ Noveske KX3 "Fire Pig"

 

Px4 Holster from Comp-Tac with the dual mag holster

The vest (curtousy of krdshrk) is just a airsoft vest but it's MOLLE compatable and is perfect for me!

How much was that holster? I need one.... RH though

can't remember, check the website for Comp-Tac.

I bought it when I was going to shot IDPA, but the baby popped out and that's that.

How much was that holster? I need one.... RH though

The basic belt loop Comp-Tacs are $68. The double mag pouch is $53. They make good stuff. Takes anywhere from 3-8 days for them to ship depending on their current work load.. but it's always listed on the website before you order.

Hmm. They're sorta expensive for a regular paddle holster. I'll just get a SERPA

plate carrier, stuffed with soft armor, plates eventually. 6 pack mag carrier, grenade pouch, shot shell pouch

same with flash

 

double kangaroo mag pouch, M4/pistol mags

 

hydro carrier, in place but not attached shotgun scabbard w/moss 500A, just in case i have to breach.....mixed in DOD door breaching rounds

 

padded battle belt, surplus H harness, vintage alice vietnam-era buttpack that my father carried while deployed in germany, cleaning kit on side

 

IFAK

 

gadget pouch stuffed with goodies, surplus drop holster for beretta with mag holders

Ugh... UCP is such a horrible camo pattern.

Ha, UCP is great in a conventional warfare setting... against advanced targeting systems (not binos used by a goat herder-- though, can't say its not effective). Sats, IR/Thermals, and optical from a distance are oft disoriented by UCP. I would've they rather gone with UCP-Delta off the bat, and while MC is nice-- I don't know how it'll hold up in the long, long run (when wars become conventional again). Can't believe I'm going to say this... but I think the Marines got it right with their MARPATs.

 

I'll put up another post as soon as I take a picture of my plain Jane chest rig.

Damn Echo, you da man!

Damn Echo, you da man!

 

thats what ive been saying for years

thats what ive been saying for years

 

Okay, well I'll confirm your statement!

Commie Loadout!

Can't believe I'm going to say this... but I think the Marines got it right with their MARPATs.

 

 

I always love reading Ben's posts.