Molle Vest?

DerBarbarian · 02-17-2012, 01:31 PM

Just wondering if anyone had one? I would like to get one and there are so many companies that make the basic vest itself, I'm not sure which to go with, they range from 30 dollars to 150. It would be great for trekking through the woods and what not. Just wondering if anyone has any advice on which vest would be the best to get, and accessories and what not.

svytlana · 02-17-2012, 05:26 PM

. had the same q's

RCJIM · 02-17-2012, 06:54 PM

well, being that I had to wear one in the Marine Corps I dont know if I would wear one unless I am Bugging out. Two reasons, one without having the "flak" jacket under it it would fit weird, really loose at the bottom and will slide off the shoulders. Two i dont have the need to carry 20 m4 mags, i understand they can be adapted for other use, but that my two cents

fisheral87 · 02-17-2012, 08:47 PM

I have the 5.11 vest. Lots of acreage for pouches but not fully armor compatible. There are some good plate carriers for $150 but for us civilian guys, we may be better off with just an H-Rig, belt system or chest rig if you don't need plates.

As a woods setup it would be too hot for me, but I run hot.

If I had it to do over I would have checked out a belt or chest rig. I have found it better to have my shoulders clear of straps.

I am entertaining a belt with a sling pack so my strong shoulder is clear but I have enough real estate for everything I may need in a hunting/shooting scenario.

Al

DerBarbarian · 02-18-2012, 01:49 AM

Hey Fish, can you link the Chest Vest you were talking about? Here is the Molle Vest I was looking at getting Amazon.com: 5.11 LBE Vest: Sports & Outdoors I would like to Add 3 Double mag pouches so I can hold 6 AR mags, a Pistol Holster, 4 pistol mags, pouches for Radio's, Lights, Knives, basic med kit.. I'm trying to find more reviews for that particular vest but aside from the ones on Amazon I can't find any, though the reviews are very good from there.

TheRedSkull · 02-18-2012, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by RCJIM

well, being that I had to wear one in the Marine Corps I dont know if I would wear one unless I am Bugging out. Two reasons, one without having the "flak" jacket under it it would fit weird, really loose at the bottom and will slide off the shoulders. Two i dont have the need to carry 20 m4 mags, i understand they can be adapted for other use, but that my two cents

pretty much this, but i was army infantry, i keep an LCE ready to go, but would feel weird going to a range with it...

TheRedSkull · 02-18-2012, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DerBarbarian

Hey Fish, can you link the Chest Vest you were talking about? Here is the Molle Vest I was looking at getting Amazon.com: 5.11 LBE Vest: Sports & Outdoors I would like to Add 3 Double mag pouches so I can hold 6 AR mags, a Pistol Holster, 4 pistol mags, pouches for Radio's, Lights, Knives, basic med kit.. I'm trying to find more reviews for that particular vest but aside from the ones on Amazon I can't find any, though the reviews are very good from there.

i recall a few mortarmen using those, they were just cause they didnt want to use the issued version, nothing special about them, but you gotta be a big boy or they will hang loose as a mofo', like bigger than one would think from the sizing charts (much tactical gear is done that way). as if they had "petite" models there wouldnt be much space to place things.
i recommend you take a look at the tactical tailor MAV, i got one of those as well (i got a LOT of gear)...

DerBarbarian · 02-19-2012, 05:48 AM

I ended up getting this one. MOLLE-118 - ModGear Quick Release Plate Carrier Black Fully Adjustable One Size Fits Most Does not Include Armored Plates

I'm still debating on what accessories to get. I got a Triple Mag pouch that holds 9 AR mags. as well as a Triple Pistol Magazine pouch. I'm kinda debating on a pistol holster. Also a butt pack Knife/Light holder as well as a radio pouch. I want to get the vest before I decide what else to get to I can get an idea of how much space it will take up.

fisheral87 · 02-19-2012, 10:06 AM

Awesome.

Would not have been my choice per the heat issues I stated previously but you will be able to run full plates and have enough room for everything you may want to carry.

Cheers,

Al

DerBarbarian · 02-20-2012, 06:52 AM

Well I bought a 9 magazine Pouch, 3 pistol Magazine pouch. I would like to get a Butt Pack to store medical stuff. I would still like to get a couple of holders for Radio's, Maps, and knives.. I would also really like to get a really sturdy bugout bag, but I'm not too sure what to look for in terms of a pack..

kidkaz · 02-21-2012, 09:05 AM

Not trying to sound like a dick....

but why would anyone need/want to carry all that ammo in a hunting situation? Just curious as I see a ton of civilians in the woods/range who do it.

As for a vest...I agree with the chest rig. I use one for work with or without my lvl IV IOTV and carries everything I need. IFAK on the side, radio on other side, dump pouch, and a ton more mag pouches than you want to carry. 5.11 and BlackHawk both make a nice one.

melbs5150 · 02-21-2012, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DerBarbarian

Well I bought a 9 magazine Pouch, 3 pistol Magazine pouch. I would like to get a Butt Pack to store medical stuff. I would still like to get a couple of holders for Radio's, Maps, and knives.. I would also really like to get a really sturdy bugout bag, but I'm not too sure what to look for in terms of a pack..

And what application would you need all of that for??

sunofnun · 02-21-2012, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by melbs5150

And what application would you need all of that for??

ZOMBIES DUH..

melbs5150 · 02-21-2012, 10:43 AM

That is the answer I was hoping for.

Now I'm gonna go fap to the bottom picture.

TheRedSkull · 02-21-2012, 02:21 PM

i would of said to keep the king of england outta my house...

DerBarbarian · 02-22-2012, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunofnun

ZOMBIES DUH..

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRedSkull

i would of said to keep the king of england outta my house...

They nailed it perfectly... It's why I have something close to 14,000 rounds stashed away for the zombie apocalypse.......... It's coming....

pnwvolks · 03-04-2012, 01:02 AM

I have a couple things from these guys. Its made to order just so you know, but I have gotten most stuff within a couple of weeks. Tactical Gear By BDS, When Your Life Depends On Your Gear

One place I do not recommend is 762tactical. That guy took over 2 months and I still never got my chest rig that I ordered. Thank god for pay pal!

cheers!

sunofnun · 03-05-2012, 08:39 AM

I have some buddies down in so-cal who have some cool tacticool setups...

They go through the brass.. here's a vid they put together:

KICK ASS VIDEO -> SMGLee Tactical Carbine Class - YouTube

THey have a lot of holsters/etc custom made from this outfit:

Custom Kydex Holsters

02-17-2012, 01:31 PM	#1
DerBarbarian Rifleman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Seattle Posts: 211	Molle Vest? Just wondering if anyone had one? I would like to get one and there are so many companies that make the basic vest itself, I'm not sure which to go with, they range from 30 dollars to 150. It would be great for trekking through the woods and what not. Just wondering if anyone has any advice on which vest would be the best to get, and accessories and what not.

02-21-2012, 09:05 AM	#11
kidkaz Gunslinger Joined: Aug 2009 From: wiesbaden Posts: 11	Not trying to sound like a dick.... but why would anyone need/want to carry all that ammo in a hunting situation? Just curious as I see a ton of civilians in the woods/range who do it. As for a vest...I agree with the chest rig. I use one for work with or without my lvl IV IOTV and carries everything I need. IFAK on the side, radio on other side, dump pouch, and a ton more mag pouches than you want to carry. 5.11 and BlackHawk both make a nice one. Last edited by kidkaz; 02-21-2012 at 09:08 AM.

03-05-2012, 08:39 AM	#18
sunofnun Moderator Joined: Jan 2009 From: lynnhood Posts: 631	I have some buddies down in so-cal who have some cool tacticool setups... They go through the brass.. here's a vid they put together: KICK ASS VIDEO -> SMGLee Tactical Carbine Class - YouTube THey have a lot of holsters/etc custom made from this outfit: Custom Kydex Holsters Last edited by sunofnun; 03-05-2012 at 08:59 AM.

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02-17-2012, 05:26 PM	#2
svytlana Gunslinger Joined: Apr 2009 From: spokane Posts: 45	. had the same q's

02-17-2012, 06:54 PM	#3
RCJIM Rifleman Joined: Mar 2009 From: lake tapps, wa Posts: 172	well, being that I had to wear one in the Marine Corps I dont know if I would wear one unless I am Bugging out. Two reasons, one without having the "flak" jacket under it it would fit weird, really loose at the bottom and will slide off the shoulders. Two i dont have the need to carry 20 m4 mags, i understand they can be adapted for other use, but that my two cents

02-17-2012, 08:47 PM	#4
fisheral87 Gunslinger Joined: Jun 2011 From: Everett, WA Posts: 31	I have the 5.11 vest. Lots of acreage for pouches but not fully armor compatible. There are some good plate carriers for $150 but for us civilian guys, we may be better off with just an H-Rig, belt system or chest rig if you don't need plates. As a woods setup it would be too hot for me, but I run hot. If I had it to do over I would have checked out a belt or chest rig. I have found it better to have my shoulders clear of straps. I am entertaining a belt with a sling pack so my strong shoulder is clear but I have enough real estate for everything I may need in a hunting/shooting scenario. Al

02-18-2012, 01:49 AM	#5
DerBarbarian Rifleman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Seattle Posts: 211	Hey Fish, can you link the Chest Vest you were talking about? Here is the Molle Vest I was looking at getting Amazon.com: 5.11 LBE Vest: Sports & Outdoors I would like to Add 3 Double mag pouches so I can hold 6 AR mags, a Pistol Holster, 4 pistol mags, pouches for Radio's, Lights, Knives, basic med kit.. I'm trying to find more reviews for that particular vest but aside from the ones on Amazon I can't find any, though the reviews are very good from there.

02-19-2012, 05:48 AM	#8
DerBarbarian Rifleman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Seattle Posts: 211	I ended up getting this one. MOLLE-118 - ModGear Quick Release Plate Carrier Black Fully Adjustable One Size Fits Most Does not Include Armored Plates I'm still debating on what accessories to get. I got a Triple Mag pouch that holds 9 AR mags. as well as a Triple Pistol Magazine pouch. I'm kinda debating on a pistol holster. Also a butt pack Knife/Light holder as well as a radio pouch. I want to get the vest before I decide what else to get to I can get an idea of how much space it will take up.

02-19-2012, 10:06 AM	#9
fisheral87 Gunslinger Joined: Jun 2011 From: Everett, WA Posts: 31	Awesome. Would not have been my choice per the heat issues I stated previously but you will be able to run full plates and have enough room for everything you may want to carry. Cheers, Al

02-20-2012, 06:52 AM	#10
DerBarbarian Rifleman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Seattle Posts: 211	Well I bought a 9 magazine Pouch, 3 pistol Magazine pouch. I would like to get a Butt Pack to store medical stuff. I would still like to get a couple of holders for Radio's, Maps, and knives.. I would also really like to get a really sturdy bugout bag, but I'm not too sure what to look for in terms of a pack..

02-21-2012, 10:43 AM	#14
melbs5150 Peashooter Joined: Nov 2009 From: Portland, OR Posts: 5	That is the answer I was hoping for. Now I'm gonna go fap to the bottom picture.

02-21-2012, 02:21 PM	#15
TheRedSkull Rifleman Joined: Apr 2011 From: Corvallis, OR Posts: 204	i would of said to keep the king of england outta my house...

03-04-2012, 01:02 AM	#17
pnwvolks Gunslinger Joined: Dec 2010 From: Fall City Posts: 94	I have a couple things from these guys. Its made to order just so you know, but I have gotten most stuff within a couple of weeks. Tactical Gear By BDS, When Your Life Depends On Your Gear One place I do not recommend is 762tactical. That guy took over 2 months and I still never got my chest rig that I ordered. Thank god for pay pal! cheers!