CAG_Talon_X13May 24, 2006 10:40pm
Just got this one in. Anyone want to guess what it is? Hint: Based on the SPEAR/BALCs System for CQB.
- Your only weapon is your brain, everything else is a tool.
GEAR WHORES UNITE!!!
GuestMay 24, 2006 10:53pm
Can someone answer me this?
CAG_Talon_X13May 24, 2006 11:13pm
That is why the Army and Marines are taking the Size Extra-Small SAPIs and locating them on the sides of thier torsos. Yes, many wounds have been at the sides and upper arm area since the stance exposes those areas. There are also Ballistic Plates availible that fit on the upper arm and thigh areas, with the appropriate Level 3A soft armor of course. The thing is you are adding at least 20 more pounds to an allready heavy (60 lbs plus) armor sytem. This means slowing down your dismounted mobility. That is why you see Special Forces and other Direct Action teams wearing only the minimal protection. Sometimes ONLY ceramic composite plates with NO soft armor. The trade off is increased mobility. When I was deployed back in 1990, we had never trained with body armor. Right before going into Iraq, we were issued vests. They were so cumbersome and effected our mobility so drastically that we gave them back! Until technology allows for lighter and thinner ballistic armor (Think Star Wars Stormtrooper) the added protection will decrease mobility.
- Your only weapon is your brain, everything else is a tool.
GuestMay 24, 2006 11:16pm
True Erin, but, you have to think...how hard would it be to shoulder a weapon if there was armor over the arms, more up the arms, etc...the cut it out like that so it will be somewhat easier to feel better, and also shouldering weapons easier. i like the idea, but it isnt necessary for airsoft...just because it would get in the way most of the time...
GuestMay 24, 2006 11:19pm
heres my virgin gear...haha. dont worry, ill put more stuff on soon to the carrier, but its fine for now...
GuestMay 24, 2006 11:26pm
I can only imagine the restraint it must put on you.
CAG_Talon_X13May 25, 2006 4:48am
Some great dialog here. Never thought you airsofters would be so gear savy. But then again it is the GEAR WHORES UNITE! thread. Lets see more photos like this....
- Your only weapon is your brain, everything else is a tool.
GuestMay 25, 2006 4:54am
well an awesome deal on an IDF vest has spured me to action on my long awaited Sayeret Givati setup, will take pics as it comes togather.
GuestMay 25, 2006 7:01am
[quote="CPairsofter"]well an awesome deal on an IDF vest has spured me to action on my long awaited Sayeret Givati setup, will take pics as it comes togather.[/quote]
ZackyDMay 30, 2006 2:48am
my 1980's prototype rig, the "elite" produced by stearns.
-Happiness is a warm gun-
AndrewN · Supreme ChancellorMay 30, 2006 3:06am
Nice! For those coolwater events that actually involve water!
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CAG_Talon_X13May 30, 2006 4:44am
Reminds me of those Soviet "flak-jackets" coming out of Afganistan in the 1980's. SOF Magazine had gotten ahold of one for a write up. They cut open the cells and found WADS OF COTTON! They were no balistic properties. More of a "Hero" vest. If your superiors tell you its bullet-proof then its bullet-proof, right? :lol:
- Your only weapon is your brain, everything else is a tool.
GuestJun 7, 2006 1:52am
ohhh man, wouldn't it be really funny to actually see some noobish tard on the field with that stearns thingy, HAHAHA... :lol: :D :) :wink: :P
AugustusJun 10, 2006 6:28am
latest setup. convertable plate carrier with hydration carrier
JohnyJun 16, 2006 5:27am
[quote="Augustus"]latest setup. convertable plate carrier with hydration carrier
I shoot Table Gypsies on sight!
AugustusJun 16, 2006 6:21am
Nice Callahan rig...Is it a real SOTECH or the Proud copy?...Either way its still nice..
JohnyJun 16, 2006 6:25am
The Proud Tactical stuff is getting real good now..Talon has been working with the guy on some custom stuff...
I shoot Table Gypsies on sight!
GuestJun 16, 2006 10:39pm
ill post up my updated rig setup sunday...unless i get my cheaperthandirt.com order in the mail around then...then ill be REALLY set. haha.
GuestJun 22, 2006 5:11am
[quote="Talon"]Some great dialog here. Never thought you airsofters would be so gear savy. But then again it is the GEAR WHORES UNITE! thread. Lets see more photos like this....
ZackyDJun 27, 2006 1:33am
Mmmmmm very nice James. I like that RAV very much. MC pouches look very good on it.
-Happiness is a warm gun-
BluedragonJun 27, 2006 1:45am
BluedragonJun 27, 2006 4:19am
[quote="freq88"]Thanks Zach!
yemclJun 27, 2006 4:30am
anyone know anything about Milspex's copy of Eagle Industries' CIRAS? The guy who did the review of their vest for Airsoft Retreat wants to sell his to me for $80 without pouches. I'm wondering if that's a good deal. He says it's nice, but I want a more proffessional opinion.
freq88Jun 27, 2006 4:47am
Supposedly the Milspex is a rebadged Phantom. I've got both the CIRAS and RAV made by Phantom and the stitching is pretty decent on the rigs. For $80 you can't go wrong.
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