Pkekyo-Nor Posted June 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2009 Any chance of seeing the tags of it, odo? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
odo Posted June 2, 2009 Report Share Posted June 2, 2009 Any chance of seeing the tags of it, odo? Here are the pics... It appears yours are from Cato Ringstad, from that little long black tag I saw on your first picture of it laid out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted June 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 (edited) Looks good odo, what fabric is it? Pure cotton? Some more detailed shots of my combatkit chestrig clicky for larger pictures as allways.. Canteen/Util, Pistol mag and main mag pouches Rear Internal admin pouch. Extens for the entire width of the chestrig. Holds two G3(6) mags or three M4/416 mags in all of the three mag pouches. Oh, it's for sale btw...at about one third retail price...never used. Edited June 3, 2009 by Pkekyo-Nor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
odo Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 Looks good odo, what fabric is it? Pure cotton? That's the thing, I don't know what the fabric is, I do not see a fabrics tab. As for the chestrig you have, very nice. I have the 4 pouch one, it is fairly comfortable to wear for prolonged periods. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted June 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 I have no doubt they're decent to wear over time, but I just don't have any use for mine. Bought it for a single impression, and now it's just collecting dust I'm having a hard time identifying the fabric of your uniform as well. It looks too soft to be NY/CO, but at the same time a bit shinier than cotton usually is as well... Has it seen much use? Nice to see some of our gear outside the country... Is that a grenade pouch you rigged for your radio? And your chestrig also have integral grenade pouches, if I'm not mistaken? Looks good... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Panzer-Puffin Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 This camoflage looks awsome. where can i buy some online. i would love to have a loadout like that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted June 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 As I say to anyone, creating a WTB-post at airsoftguns.info's sales subforum ("Utstyr - Kjøp og Salg") is your best bet really. Posting there in english is fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
odo Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 I have no doubt they're decent to wear over time, but I just don't have any use for mine. Bought it for a single impression, and now it's just collecting dust I'm having a hard time identifying the fabric of your uniform as well. It looks too soft to be NY/CO, but at the same time a bit shinier than cotton usually is as well... Has it seen much use? Nice to see some of our gear outside the country... Is that a grenade pouch you rigged for your radio? And your chestrig also have integral grenade pouches, if I'm not mistaken? Looks good... The material is VERY soft for the uniform, it definitely is not NY/CO, but feels like cotton. It is much softer than the buttoned (no velcro) dessie I have, and it is brand new. It has a defect though, it is missing the pocket cover for the upper left arm, so I can see why it wasn't worn. I was thinking about sewing the pocket shut though, so it doesn't hang wide open. For the pouch on the shoulder strap, it is a TT 7.62 double mag pouch that I double for a radio / kill rag holder. (Used to use it for the G3 mags before I got the chestrig) So you are right, also right about the integral grenade pouches, although I use them for miscellaneous items. I like a lot of CK's items, but the shipping to me costs almost 1/3rd of the total price when I purchase stuff, and can take 4-6 weeks to get to me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted June 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 Indeed. Combatkit's gear is superb in all ways, but the shipping charges from their international site is pretty much insane... Honestly though, most of it is worth the costs if you can't source it elsewhere How about just adding some velcro rather than sewing the shoulder pocket completely shut? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
odo Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 Indeed. Combatkit's gear is superb in all ways, but the shipping charges from their international site is pretty much insane... Honestly though, most of it is worth the costs if you can't source it elsewhere How about just adding some velcro rather than sewing the shoulder pocket completely shut? True, it was worth it to purchase it since it is hard to get a hold of elsewhere, also their selection is pretty awesome in multiple camos. So all in all, I just sucked it up and bought the several items from there. I definitely don't regret it, I give that guy a major kudos. I never thought of the velcro idea, I might do that instead of sewing it shut. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted June 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2009 (As always, clicky for larger pictures) 1st-line - Norwegian issue pistol belt (OD) - HSGI Triple Universal Pistol Mag Pouch (OD) - Combatkit dropleg attachment (OD) - Maxpedition Medium Rolly-Polly dumper (OD) - SOE Gear Pistol Retention Lanyard (Green) - Small carabiner - BHI Serpa CQC Tactical Dropleg Holster (USP .45) (OD) 2nd-line - PACA Body Armor (Pantac, RG) - EI RLCS RRS-V - EI RRS-V Rear Plate Carrier - EI RLCS Low-Profile Hydration Carrier - Camelbak Omega 3l Reservoir - EI RLCS RRS-V Rear Plate Carrier Adapters - RLCS IFAK Pouch - EI RLCS Single M4 Pouch x3 - EI RLCS Triple M4 Shingle - EI RLCS Single Frag Pouch x2 - AI RLCS MBITR Pouch - Marconi Selenia H4855 PRR Dual-PTT - MBITR w/ Blade Antenna (Dummy) Headgear - MICH 2001 Shell (replica, OD) - Ops-Core X-Harness - RS Pads - MICH NVG Mount w/ Retention strap - Rhino arm - Goggle Retention Straps - Streamlight Sidewinder strobe - Petzl Tactikka - Poor man's MSA Ranger Dual-comms (MSA Sordin Supreme Pro-X w/ Bowman Ape-ear) - Bollé Silium, tinted glass - Skull Bandana (for photo persec-reasons) Clothing and Apparel - Norwegian M2000 issue uniform w/ assorted velcro patches - Shemagh - Guide Anti-Static gloves - Single-Point bungee sling (OD) - Knee Pads (KA, OD) - BHI Riggers Belt (Black) - Norwegian issue Alfa M77 combat boots Weaponry - OD-framed USP .45 Full Size w/ 3x spare mags - HK416 10.5" w/ 9x spare mags -- KAC QD Silencer and flash hider -- Ladder Rail Covers (OD) -- MOD.0 Vertical Grip (OD) -- Aimpoint Comp M4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted July 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 (edited) Some more recent photos of our forces, from the Minister of Defense's latest trip to Afghanistan. Source: bt.no Edited July 23, 2009 by Pkekyo-Nor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bando Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 so do you guys all get the 416 now or do you have a choice to keep the G3? i know a few norgies who swore by there G3s out there saying that while a pain to use in built up areas they said the stopping power at raneg more then made up for it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted July 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 Choise on a personal level outside of SOF? No such thing. There are however multiple units that have not been issued the 416 as of yet though, my mate's actually in one of them... Apart from the Home Guard, the entire armed forces will be letting go of the G3 sooner or later. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted July 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2009 Some more shots from Afghanistan, courtesy of Mil.no And a detailed shot of the Norwegian H&K rear BUIS - I want a replica damnit! Oh, and some (unfortunately very small) publicity shots of MJK and their very nice new RHIBs that will be doing a tour to the coast of Somalia along with the frigate KNM Fridtjof Nansen. (courtesy of aftenposten.no) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cryozen Posted July 30, 2009 Report Share Posted July 30, 2009 I have a question for Pkekyo or anyone else who knows norwegian gear/military could answer Out of sheer curiosity, are there any references to viking tactics, culture or mythology in military terminology or equipment names? this picture made me ask: http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/3301/71660891.jpg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted July 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2009 (edited) Well, I haven't served myself unfortunately, but I can confirm that equipment names are indeed at times inspired by norse mythology. A piece of kit I personally own, a 90L Cimidan bag made by NFM is named 'Gyda', which to my best knowledge is a norse female name, and a multi-purpose boat used by Norwegian Home Guard forces also shares this name. I'm fairly certain you'll see similar references pop up in names every now and then I'll have a chat with some of my mates that've served and get back to you sometime tomorrow Oh, yeah, that viking ship is by the way the insignia of the Telemark Battalion. Edited July 30, 2009 by Pkekyo-Nor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roskov Posted July 30, 2009 Report Share Posted July 30, 2009 The Norwegian navy uses old norse/viking/norwegian names for their ships, except for the new frigate class wich is named after famous norwegian explorers and such. The airforce doesn't have to many planes so i seem to recall that atleast the c-130s and P3 orions also are named. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
J-Rock_14 Posted July 30, 2009 Report Share Posted July 30, 2009 I'm loving those combat-ATVs. Very cool looking. I need to get one of those! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Panzergraf Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 All vehicles in the TmBn also have names from Norse mythology. At least their Leo II's and SISU APC's. Pretty sure lighter vehicles are named like that too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Arnesen Posted August 6, 2009 Report Share Posted August 6, 2009 (edited) I'll just mention that when it comes to the Navy. Some ships are named after Viking mythology (KNM Tyr, KNM Vidar, and KNm Valkyrie for example). Navy Boot Camp is named KNM Harald Hårfagre after the King and Coastal Battle Ship (WW2). Most Ships however: New Frigates: Nansen-Class named after norwegian explorers New Missile Torpedo Boats/Coastal Corvettes: Skjold-Class is given names starting with S or G with Speed, Battle and violence as a theme. Submarines: Ula-Class all names begins with U. Placenames. KNM Uredd translates to Unafraid. Old Frigates: Oslo-Class is named after Norwegian Cities. Old MTBs: Hauk-Class is named after Birds Combat Boat 90: All Boats named after Coastal Forts. Mine Sweepers:Alta and Oksøy-Class. Placenames. Coast Guard: A mix of different classes. Some given placenames (Nordkapp-Class for example). Some Given names from Norse Mythology (New Nornen-Class vessels for example) Different Unit insignias do however have Viking stuff in them. KNM Harald Hårfagre for example has a Viking ship similiar to Telemark batallion as the central element. Branch Insignia for "Fregattvåpenet" (Frigate branch) also contains a Viking Ship. The Coastal Rangers have a Seadragon as part of ther branch insignia. Also I personally find the swords used in norwegian heraldry to have a certain Viking flavour. Wikipedia article on the Royal Norwegian Navy :Link Edited August 6, 2009 by Os-Jæger Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted August 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2009 Pardon me, the Norwegian Armed Forces media department has been misinformed. The following pictures depict TMBN, not KJK: http://gfx.dagbladet.no/labrador/537/53740...active/913x.jpg http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/8143/vg1943.jpg http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/897/vg1871.jpg http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/787/vg1947y.jpg http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/9056/vg1856.jpg http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/748/vg1875.jpg http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/4369/vg1933.jpg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted August 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 Myself at a larger game in Norway (approx. 150 attending) a few weeks back (clicky for larger picture) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted October 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 (October 29, 2009 ? Camp Lejeune, N.C.) U.S. Army Specialist Anson Curry with the 10th Mountain Division?s, 2/30 Light Infantry unit trades patches and hats with members of the Norwegian Army just prior to an extended joint maneuver as part of Bold Quest 2009. Bold Quest 2009 is an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD) that brings together nearly 1,000 professional warfighters and contractors from 11 countries and across the U.S. military to test in a field environment the technologies designed to eliminated fratricide on the battlefield and refine the emerging technology behind Digitally Aided Close Air Support (CAS). This year?s Quest event is held at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. and will utilize the bases 160,000 square acres of live fire ranges, tactical landing zones and instrumented evaluation areas to test and evaluate combat identification interoperability between the military services and our allies. (DoD Photo by: Staff Sgt. Joe Laws, USAF) (Released by USJFCOM Public Affairs Office) (October 29, 2009 ? Camp Lejeune, N.C.) U.S. Army Specialist Anson Curry with the 10th Mountain Division?s, 2/30 Light Infantry unit trades patches and hats with members of the Norwegian Army just prior to an extended joint maneuver as part of Bold Quest 2009. Bold Quest 2009 is an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD) that brings together nearly 1,000 professional warfighters and contractors from 11 countries and across the U.S. military to test in a field environment the technologies designed to eliminated fratricide on the battlefield and refine the emerging technology behind Digitally Aided Close Air Support (CAS). This year?s Quest event is held at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. and will utilize the bases 160,000 square acres of live fire ranges, tactical landing zones and instrumented evaluation areas to test and evaluate combat identification interoperability between the military services and our allies. (DoD Photo by: Staff Sgt. Joe Laws, USAF) (Released by USJFCOM Public Affairs Office) Norwegian Soldiers work to improve joint operability in the battlefield during Bold Quest 2009. Bold Quest is an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD) and brings together nearly 1,000 professional warfighters and contractors from 11 countries and across the U.S. military to test the in a field environment the technologies designed to eliminate fratricide on the battlefield and refine the emerging technology behind Digitally Aided Close Air Support (CAS). (DoD Photo by: Staff Sgt. Vanessa Valentine, USAF) (Released by USJFCOM Public Affairs Office) (October 25, 2009 ? Camp Lejeune, N.C.) John Miller, the U.S. Joint Forces Command?s Operations Manager for Bold Quest 2009 briefs the demonstration?s participants on the Bold Quest series. Bold Quest 2009 is an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD) that brings together nearly 1,000 professional warfighters and contractors from 11 countries and across the U.S. military to test in a field environment the technologies designed to eliminated fratricide on the battlefield and refine the emerging technology behind Digitally Aided Close Air Support (CAS). This year?s Quest event is held at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. and will utilize the bases 160,000 square acres of live fire ranges, tactical landing zones and instrumented evaluation areas to test and evaluate combat identification interoperability between the military services and our allies. (DoD Photo by: Staff Sgt. Joe Laws, USAF) (Released by USJFCOM Public Affairs Office) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pkekyo-Nor Posted December 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 4, 2009 I do believe these pictures of a Norwegian HK416 are by far worthy of sharing. Also a good chance to see the trades on the Norwegian version Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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