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Post by Exodus on Sept 2, 2007 22:50:09 GMT -5
Calling all geardos, or anyone else with some solid gear experience! I've recently been looking for an upgrade to my vest. Its aging, and the zipper is starting to go, along with some threading. Surfing on Ebay for some sort of cheap(ish) military vest that comes with pouches and everything, and came across the Rhodesian style vest. It looks like a good buy for 35 bucks, but I would like to know the pros/cons of said vest. From the looks of it, it looks quite roomy for me and can carry everything I want and need plus more. My other question is can the pouches be moved like MOLLE gear or, as I suspect, are they permanent? My other problem is if the radio pouch is on the left shoulder, and if so, can it be moved/adjusted? Its hard shooting left handed when you have a radio attached to the same shoulder. Would this be a good buy? Or should I save my money for a vest around the same range? Like for more of my medic loadout? If so, what kind of vest would suit me better in that position? Maybe a crossdraw without the holster? Or a CTD MOLLE rig? I'm thinking either the Rhodesian or the cheap MOLLE rig over a longer period of time. Thanks for all helpful replies in advance! ;D
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Post by Great Troub of Troubistan on Sept 2, 2007 23:32:49 GMT -5
Its a $35 vest, how good do you think it honestly is? Nothing on it is Molle. Its an el cheapo made in a third world country sweatshop. Save up a lil more a get a replica plate carrier. It will be a bit more costly, but its more versatile and you'll look more professional.
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Post by Exodus on Sept 2, 2007 23:37:14 GMT -5
Its not like I'm going to be dodging real bullets and having it get ripped to pieces in a single day or so. My gear budget is about 100 dollars, including shipping and everything.. So stay away I take it? Or go ahead and get it? Anyone confirm what Troub said?
EDIT:: Am I getting 35 dollars worth of vest? I need something not too expensive but worth the money I paid.
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Post by Great Troub of Troubistan on Sept 3, 2007 0:47:38 GMT -5
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Post by Orion on Sept 3, 2007 1:29:55 GMT -5
Well, when it comes to airsoft, at least what I've noticed, you get what you pay for. If you think it'll work for you, great, go for it. If you're unset, maybe save up a bit and go with something modular. You won't regret it in the long run. See, you gotta look for the long factor in it too. You're gonna need something that won't rip the first time you use it. If you have no way of getting more funds, I recommend you get some old school alice gear. A belt, a harness, and some pouches.
I was never a fan of it, then at BCT, that's what we were issued, and frankly, I'm gonna pick some up, it's lightweight, and the surplus pouches, are really decently made. Great for airsoft.
But yeah, Troubadour seems to be pretty much on par.
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Post by xaos on Sept 3, 2007 1:56:34 GMT -5
Honestly, if you're serious about playing, and want good gear, save up a bit more money and look into some decent gear. You can get a Tactical Tailor 2-piece MAV chest rig for about $150, including 4 triple m16 pouches and some utility pouches. The MAV is a nice modular rig, and all tactical tailor products come with a lifetime guarantee. Yeah, you'll spend more money, but you won't be stuck buying another cheap vest in two years.
Quite simply put, there's no substitute for good gear. Knockoff stuff works, but the real thing is far superior.
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Post by Great Troub of Troubistan on Sept 3, 2007 2:31:52 GMT -5
What Xaos says is true. However, with the updates that always come out in gear most people end up buying a new vest in two years no matter what it is.
Remember when Paraclete RAVs were the big thing? Now its the Eagle CIRAS, and such things like that.
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Post by Exodus on Sept 3, 2007 12:26:46 GMT -5
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Post by Knife on Sept 3, 2007 13:44:17 GMT -5
Those pouches will work with that plate carrier and vest, I used a Plate carrier just like it for awhile. Two complaints, it was really really hot and the side built in pouches sucked. I would still go for the place carrier, I as I don't like vests.
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Post by Exodus on Sept 3, 2007 14:42:58 GMT -5
So... Avoid the "armor carrier" and the 20 dollar MOLLE rig? and go with the FAST vest?
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Post by Maverick on Sept 3, 2007 18:29:10 GMT -5
I have the same plate carrier (basically, different brand tho), and I love it. Fits me perfect, easy to move in, and very comfortable. If you do get that, get some dummy plates or can old gameboard (Dont have my plates yet) and it feel much better.
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Post by Great Troub of Troubistan on Sept 3, 2007 19:10:27 GMT -5
The $20 molle rig appears to be the same thing airsoft GI is selling for $80. I heard good things about those things. I'd say go with the plate carrier, you will probably be much happier with it. It has more room then a VEST would.
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Post by Zorak on Sept 3, 2007 21:19:37 GMT -5
I use a plate carrier for realism (or something like that) in CQB/MOUT, but a vest in the woods. On hot days it's really nice to be able to pop a couple buckles and then unbutton my BDU shirt and cool off. The mesh construction of a vest also breathes a little better, although it's a marginal difference.
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Post by Jumprefusal on Sept 4, 2007 8:20:32 GMT -5
As you can see from this picture, I have what you are thinking about cheaperthandirt.com/MOLLE134-44930-1977.htmlIt is extremely hot, for that reason I have a rhodesian rig I wear on those humid days. The plate carrier is well made though, it was well worth the money.
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Post by Great Troub of Troubistan on Sept 4, 2007 15:46:20 GMT -5
Whats with the pistol up so high? That looks like its hard to draw. Also, I thought you were much younger Jump.
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