Looking for gear!

[sgt mike]

Who makes or sells the best overall chest rig?

[Mike762]

It depends on exactly what your looking for Imho Diamondback and Blackhawk make two of the best.

http://www.diamondbacktactical.com/BattleLab-Low-Vis-Rack-LV1-Plain-P797C90.aspx

http://www.diamondbacktactical.com/BattleLab-AK47-Low-Vis-Rack-LV6-P798C90.aspx

http://www.blackhawk.com/product_detail.asp?product_id=2026&d=

[22.5degrees]

Eagle industries, SOTECH, Paraclete, High speed gear, Tactical tailor, Esstac, SKD tactical, to name a few. Narrow down your needs/wants. For example, what you intend to use it for. How many mags you wish to carry. What type of mags are you carrying. Do you want the rig to work with a pack or as a stand alone rig. Will you need to drive with the rig on, do you need ballistic protection in the rig. Is the rig compatible with a hydration system. Does it need to float. How much if any additional equipment do you wish to carry. Is colour a critical requirment. Does it need to be modular or a fixed setup. Velcro or fastex closures.

Once you've determined what you need/want then you can better judge which rig is best for you. Not to mention you can get a lot more help online if you've given us some specifics.

22.5

[snapper036]

You cant go wrong with ARKTIS

[taekwonno]

Hsgi Ftw!

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[bluffcove]

Arktiss
sass
PLCE.

[USMC Tanker]

When I go back to Iraq, I plan on getting the Specter Gear M-1 MK-3 Modular Chest Carrier.

http://www.spectergear.com/366_medium.jpg





I can place my pouches where I want them and the shoulder straps are very low profile. I can't think of a time where I won't be wearing a flak, so I won't need the bulky padded straps (as seen on the Blackhawk and many other chest rigs) to get in the way of my rifle.

Check it out...

www.spectergear.com (http://www.spectergear.com)

Lifetime warranty too!

[TacoDelRio]

USMC Tanker has a good point. If you're wearing an IBA or other protective ballistic vest, super padded straps are a pain in the ass.

My personal suggestions are Tactical Assault Gear (TAG), and S.O.R.D. of Australia. I own some of each of their products, a SORD chest rig, and have tried the TAG ones, and they are very well made and simple. Not a whole lot of extra "crap" on them to get in the way. Craftsmanship is 110% top notch. Great guys to deal with.

[One Shot Tactical Supply]

TAG
HSGI
Eagle

Then again I'm biased :D

[kayaker]

I was wondering about those cheap AK, OG, wooden button up type chest rigs you even see SF with... are they any good for their simplicity? And how much can you get one for...? anyone any experience with them?

[DTTO]

I was wondering about those cheap AK, OG, wooden button up type chest rigs you even see SF with... are they any good for their simplicity? And how much can you get one for...? anyone any experience with them?

They are simple... they work for a specific function. They lack in carrying capacity.. big time.

Last time I looked, they could be had for around 15 euro's I believe here... cheap way to see if you like a chestharness, then move on to something that might fit your mission better.

S.

[TacoDelRio]

They are simple. I think it's just more about availability or blending in than being superior to domestic products.

[ToyotaF1Fan]

Another best thread without giving people the things you are going to use it for. How can something be the best at everything?

TF1

[SIWY]

http://img417.imageshack.us/img417/5775/gcpchestrigbv3.th.jpg (http://img417.imageshack.us/my.php?image=gcpchestrigbv3.jpg)
Arktis M102 CroSSrig - one from New MOLLE line chasis prepared to 2007 catalogue. In use in French Special Forces.

[USMC Tanker]

These French Special Forces?

http://cache.*****images.com/xc/71747101.jpg?v=1&c=MS_GINS&k=2&d=08A8BA3C818346D04A93DF4599725097

Sorry, couldn't resist...

[Anthony91]

These French Special Forces?

http://cache.*****images.com/xc/71747101.jpg?v=1&c=MS_GINS&k=2&d=08A8BA3C818346D04A93DF4599725097

Sorry, couldn't resist...

Yeah Probably.

[SIWY]

no my dear airsoftgunner friend (USMC Tanker). I'm talking about real world. Not You Matrix!

[sgt mike]

Rugged with lots of mag space, TAG seems to fit bill. Any vets please jump in.

[USMC Tanker]

no my dear airsoftgunner friend (USMC Tanker). I'm talking about real world. Not You Matrix!

"Airsoftgunner"?

I'm a United States Marine, a trained M1A1 Abrams tank crewman, and Iraq Veteran. Think twice, junior member.

[East Scout]

They are simple... they work for a specific function. They lack in carrying capacity.. big time.

Last time I looked, they could be had for around 15 euro's I believe here... cheap way to see if you like a chestharness, then move on to something that might fit your mission better.

S.

exactly..they serve one purpose..to service the AK..they will hold cleaning kit, oil bottle and speed loader.Thats about it..Very simple and very durable.

ES

[bluffcove]

"Airsoftgunner"?

I'm a United States Marine, a trained M1A1 Abrams tank crewman, and Iraq Veteran. Think twice, junior member.

Fair call,
but pulling seniority based on post count is a bit "man love"

[USMC Tanker]

Fair call,
but pulling seniority based on post count is a bit "man love"

Yeah, you're right. But what else can you do on an internet forum? :-*$

[East Scout]

i logged on to see my subscription and get this krapp?.....<shakes head>

ES

[kayaker]

I recently discovered myself unsubscribing from MP threads... first time I started to do that... then again it has been the first time in a long while since I found this quality website which covers my interests completely without it being ruined by kids and immature adults all the time... Also run by BTDT's... fancy the link? ;)

[East Scout]

Bro you kill me...........;-) You're up WAY late huh?

ES

[kayaker]

No... really early ;)

[TacoDelRio]

You two homo's shut up an help this man!

[sgt mike]

Actual field use is the true test.http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/chest%20rig