Gabriel
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Post by Gabriel on May 21, 2013 23:37:41 GMT -5
In the next day or so, I will be purchasing a new plate carrier. Its down to the Pantac 6094 or the Shellback Banshee. They are similar , but I want the communities opinion on them before I buy. I have looked at both vests extensively, but as I hold your guys opinion in high regard, I want your input before I make the purchase.
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ctres
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Post by ctres on May 22, 2013 0:55:07 GMT -5
I think that the 6094 design is superior to the banshee for several reasons, however the banshee is made by a real steel manufacturer. I would suggest that you get the AWS 6094 design carrier rather than either of the options you have listed since it contains the best of both options you are considering.
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Post by Knief on May 22, 2013 9:17:22 GMT -5
I agree with ctres. You can get the AWS at www.awsin.com. Shoot them an email to see what availability is like if you need it in a hurry. I've seen it take anywhere from two weeks to two months, depending on their backlog.
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Post by Bishop (Task-Force Nightmare) on May 22, 2013 9:45:04 GMT -5
I was actually going to get the pantac 6094 tomorrow myself. So you guys think its worth it to wait and get the aws version?
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Gabriel
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Post by Gabriel on May 22, 2013 11:27:50 GMT -5
Well, I just found someone on another forum selling the AWS for 125.
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Post by Carnage on May 22, 2013 16:27:55 GMT -5
I own the Banshee (as you know), and I find it to be a good piece of kit. I bought it because it fit most of my needs for a good price, and if I wanted a 6094 (which I strongly considered one), I simply couldn't allow myself to settle for anything less than LBT. The Banshee isn't the end all, be all solution, and neither is the 6094. But comparing both, they both have their pros and cons. In the ultimate decision, it narrows down to what suits your needs and preferences better. I could rattle off a few other similar rigs for you to consider as well, but I'm not going to show how much of a gear whore I am. But I echo what ctres says about the AWS 6094. If you're looking for a good one for a good price, it's a good deal.
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Post by Thor on May 23, 2013 18:20:58 GMT -5
I have a Banshee and my major issue with it is that for my torso it is kind of short. Now, I'm 5'11" and 245 lbs, so bear that in mind. If you are more slender or not quite as tall, it will be fine, but when using it I felt like I needed it to go a bit lower. But like I said that's just my two cents. Overall I feel like it is a good piece of kit.
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