overide85 Posted April 19, 2006 Report Share Posted April 19, 2006 Just get any type of Interceptor Body Armor replica and mount whatever type of pouches you want on it. Here in Afghanistan the Army soldiers I work with have desert pouches on their ACU IBA's but some bought some ACU pouches with their own cash. For holsters, Safariland 6004's, BLackhawk CQC, and Bianchi M12 with the drop panel are common here but some just put their M12's on the upper part of their IBA so their sidearm is easier to reach when we go out on convoy missions. Link to post Share on other sites
specialistCQB Posted April 20, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2006 alright thanks, i'm currently saving up for the GUARDER MOD ARMOR, but if I don't get enough money, i'll go for this: http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/MOLLE134-44930-1977.html I think it's a close enough. Plus, the pouches from that site aren't more than $10 for most of them. Link to post Share on other sites
HaVoC Posted April 20, 2006 Report Share Posted April 20, 2006 Eurgh, that one looks nothing like it Your best bet is to save up and buy it bit-by-bit - don't rush it. If you don't have the cash, save up until you do. Buy cheap and you'll regret it - as your gear falls apart and looks nothing like the look you were aiming for, you'll be left wondering why you bothered. Take your time, do it properly and it'll look amazing. Link to post Share on other sites
vgdailynews01 Posted April 21, 2006 Report Share Posted April 21, 2006 Eurgh, that one looks nothing like it Your best bet is to save up and buy it bit-by-bit - don't rush it. If you don't have the cash, save up until you do. Buy cheap and you'll regret it - as your gear falls apart and looks nothing like the look you were aiming for, you'll be left wondering why you bothered. Take your time, do it properly and it'll look amazing. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> My current setup 1x IBA Woodland (Am I the only one that thinks the vest looks kicking rad in its simplicity?) 2 x M16 GI pouches 1 x Fastex woodland buttpack 1 x 2-quart canteen plus pouch 1 x CamelBak Ambush (I use the straps to directly mount onto the IBA - I find it more practical than the canteen. I also recommend it over CamelBak's Stealth and Saber packs; you'll find yourself wanting the extra storage space and MOLLE straps.) 2 x medical/compass pouches 1 x medium-sized pistol belt with fastex buckle 1 x fastex belt extender 1 x Y-type suspender (I keep this handy in case if I wanted a light, fast setup) 1 x UTG black drop-leg holster 1 x Gemtech pistol lanyard 1 x Guarder dual-pistol mag pouch 1 x set of Alta buckle kneepads 1 x flightcrew GI Nomex gloves 1 x Guarder OD mag drop pouch 1 x mouthguard 1 x Basic Boots (Altamas that are broken in) 1 x ESS V12 advancers with Rx inserts (COMFY AS HELL) 1 x real Kevlar helmet WITH Oregon Aero BLSS pads (Dear God, if you acutally buy a real Kevlar helmet, PLEASE get the BLSS upgrades. You will thank yourself). 8 x ALICE clips (dur) It's not super-slick, but damn if it's not comfortable, practical (as far as geardoism can be practical), and authentic looking. It was slick enough for me to win two Halloween costume parties. Link to post Share on other sites
specialistCQB Posted April 21, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2006 My current setup 1x IBA Woodland (Am I the only one that thinks the vest looks kicking rad in its simplicity?) 2 x M16 GI pouches 1 x Fastex woodland buttpack 1 x 2-quart canteen plus pouch 1 x CamelBak Ambush (I use the straps to directly mount onto the IBA - I find it more practical than the canteen. I also recommend it over CamelBak's Stealth and Saber packs; you'll find yourself wanting the extra storage space and MOLLE straps.) 2 x medical/compass pouches 1 x medium-sized pistol belt with fastex buckle 1 x fastex belt extender 1 x Y-type suspender (I keep this handy in case if I wanted a light, fast setup) 1 x UTG black drop-leg holster 1 x Gemtech pistol lanyard 1 x Guarder dual-pistol mag pouch 1 x set of Alta buckle kneepads 1 x flightcrew GI Nomex gloves 1 x Guarder OD mag drop pouch 1 x mouthguard 1 x Basic Boots (Altamas that are broken in) 1 x ESS V12 advancers with Rx inserts (COMFY AS HELL) 1 x real Kevlar helmet WITH Oregon Aero BLSS pads (Dear God, if you acutally buy a real Kevlar helmet, PLEASE get the BLSS upgrades. You will thank yourself). 8 x ALICE clips (dur) It's not super-slick, but damn if it's not comfortable, practical (as far as geardoism can be practical), and authentic looking. It was slick enough for me to win two Halloween costume parties. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Im so jealous! Got any pics? Link to post Share on other sites
specialistCQB Posted April 22, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2006 Well, I got a pretty good offer, just wanted to see what you guys thought: http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c362/KrazyL117/dc_1_b.jpg http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c362/KrazyL117/90_1.jpg $90 shipped for everything pictured (excluding the white dummy). Looks like a MOD II, guy said he got it from Hong Kong, but its a MOD replica, apparently made in the same factory as Guarder? Link to post Share on other sites
vgdailynews01 Posted April 22, 2006 Report Share Posted April 22, 2006 Im so jealous! Got any pics? Link to post Share on other sites
specialistCQB Posted April 22, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2006 very nice! Link to post Share on other sites
specialistCQB Posted April 30, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 Sorry for double post, I finally got the GUARDER MOR ARMOR shipped saturday. Now, I'm looking for a sidearm. I read back in the thread, and somebody said that US infantry do not get issued sidearms? Can anybody back this up? I have some money left over, and thought I'd get a gbb. I was looking for either an m9 or 1911, since I think thats what they use if they did get issued sidearms. Thanks. Link to post Share on other sites
vgdailynews01 Posted May 1, 2006 Report Share Posted May 1, 2006 US infantry do not get issued sidearms? Can anybody back this up? I have some money left over, and thought I'd get a gbb. I was looking for either an m9 or 1911, since I think thats what they use if they did get issued sidearms. Thanks. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Generally speaking, those issuing rules tend to blur once out in the field - a couple of friends on mine are in MLRS and are issued both a rifle (M16A2) and a pistol (M9). If you do decide to get a M9, I strongly advise -against- the Tokyo Mauri, while it's a good pistol in terms of performace (300 fps on green gas!), its safety leaves a lot to be desired - it won't decock the hammer, just disable the trigger. If the hammer falls with the mag still in, the M9 WILL fire. The new SigSauer P226 has a working decocker and has much more heft to it. It's a lovely pistol. Link to post Share on other sites
overide85 Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Usually for the Infantry, only NCO's and officers get issued Beretta M9's Link to post Share on other sites
specialistCQB Posted May 3, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 What about 1911's? Are those no longer used in the military? I have a KJW PARA coming in. Link to post Share on other sites
overide85 Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Certain units like special operations units use .45's but the standard issue for the U.S. Military is the Beretta M9 9mm Link to post Share on other sites
seefutguay Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 I\'m wondering if the US Army has any specific goggles or gloves that they use in the infantry? I\'ve searched around, and read that they use bolle x800 goggles, and some nomex flight gloves? I too am also trying the replicate them a little bit, but for now, I only have my woodland bdus, guarder mod armor, 3 SDS M4 pouches, and GI goggles. On my list, I\'m going to buy the following to replicate te infantry rifleman: camelbak, MICH 2000, boots, more pouches, gloves, and goggles. 1) What kind of boots, gloves, and goggles do they use? 2) What other pouches do I need? (I only have 3 SDS M4 pouches now) sorry to revive this old thread, but I searched and found this, thought it was better than making a new thread and being told to search! Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites
Belladonna Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 regular infantry use SWD goggles and no gloves, Link to post Share on other sites
seefutguay Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 Hmm, that sounds great, meaning I don\'t have to ditch my new GI Goggles =D Link to post Share on other sites
Agent Hunk Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 regular infantry use SWD goggles and no gloves, <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Not anymore. They buy their own googles and alot buy their own gloves. You cant do a modern infantry loadout without an IBA. Its pretty much required. You dont need to feel the hits, you can hear them. Link to post Share on other sites
seefutguay Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 Not anymore. They buy their own googles and alot buy their own gloves. You cant do a modern infantry loadout without an IBA. Its pretty much required. You dont need to feel the hits, you can hear them. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yeah I have an IBA already for the past month now. So your saying Army Infantry Soldiers buy their own goggles and gloves? I would have thought they would have a strict policy on what they could use? Link to post Share on other sites
MistorPie Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 well damn dude, in Iraw we got Hummvee's with improvised armor plating rolling around. i dont think they care too much. Link to post Share on other sites
seefutguay Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 Alright, so I guess for my goggles and gloves, I can choose whichever ones I want. so some questions still remain...: 1) What kind of boots do they use? 2) What other pouches do I need on my IBA? (I already have 3 SDS M4 Pouches) Link to post Share on other sites
vgdailynews01 Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 Alright, so I guess for my goggles and gloves, I can choose whichever ones I want. so some questions still remain...: 1) What kind of boots do they use? 2) What other pouches do I need on my IBA? (I already have 3 SDS M4 Pouches) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> In regards to your GI WSD goggles, they are good for show, but not for safety. The old WSD goggles without the ballistic inserts will NOT, repeat, NOT protect your eyes. If you are looking for goggles that looks the most like the WSD but will protect your eyes, buy the Striker series ESS goggles. They are common enough on eBay, should cost the same as a new pair of WSDs, are more comfortable than the WSDs and can accommodate glasses. Many soldiers buy and use commercial gear, such as Safariland, Eagle, HSGI, Alta, Tactical Tailor, ESS, CamelBak, Wiley-X and Black Hawk. In fact, many items are approved under the Rapid Procurement Program, and many are registered with a National Stock Number. There is a strict policy on the actual body armor — it’s a safety and political dispute between Interceptor/Point Blank and Dragon Armor. They can only use the issued Interceptor Body Armor. The details of this, however, is for another thread. Scroll to page 3 to get a basic idea of what the gear should look like – there are pictures of both the new ACU uniform and the 2003-2006 Woodland IBD/Desert BDU look. Don’t overload too much on the pouches; compared to the CIRAS and RAV, the Interceptor doesn’t have a whole lot of webbing real estate. You’ll most likely need a dump-pouch of some sort. I STRONGLY suggest getting either a Baby-Shingle or a Tactical Tailor Accessory pouch to hold little stuff like keys, money and other stuff. http://www.militarymorons.com/equipment/emdom.html#baby http://www.optactical.com/tataacpo1h.html Also, try not to have two drop-leg rigs – at most, you should have one; either a dump bag or a pistol. Many infantry typically leave their legs free of gear aside from kneepads (buy black Alta buckle pads). Strapping the CamelBak can be done a number of ways. I most prefer running the straps over the drag handle and tucking in the straps into the CamelBak. This way, the Camelbak is part of the IBA. Boots are typically issue desert Altamas. You can get away with basic black boots if need be. Link to post Share on other sites
Wraith18A Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 Or Bates, Bates Lites (really comfortable), Bellevilles, Danners (expensive)... On the boots issue: I'd get a pair of the BatesLites. They're really comfortable, they feel and wear like tennis shoes. They're also light which helps when running around the field. Link to post Share on other sites
seefutguay Posted July 1, 2006 Report Share Posted July 1, 2006 -M/A 5.56 Double Magazine Pocket 30 Round Direct Action -Matrix MOLLE Style Water Hydration Carrier -S.T.R.I.K.E Admin Pouch -M/A 100 Round Ammo/ General Purpose Pocket -MICH 2000 Replica Helmet -UTG Spec Op Drop Leg Holster For the SDS Ammo pouch, Im thinking of using that as a utility/dump pouch. Tell me what you guys think! After all that, I wont have enough left over for any goggles or boots, so I think that my black adidas tennis shoes and GI SWD goggles will have to do for now. Link to post Share on other sites
vgdailynews01 Posted July 1, 2006 Report Share Posted July 1, 2006 I would ditch the helmet, admin pouch and drop-leg holster and buy a good pair of goggles first. You are taking a life-changing chance using WSDs for eye protection. If you don't believe me, stick your AEG right up to the lens and fire off a burst. The BBs WILL punch through. That, and I've lost an expensive GBB magazines with the UTG drop-leg holster. Seriously, don't buy that. Link to post Share on other sites
seefutguay Posted July 1, 2006 Report Share Posted July 1, 2006 I would ditch the helmet, admin pouch and drop-leg holster and buy a good pair of goggles first. You are taking a life-changing chance using WSDs for eye protection. If you don\'t believe me, stick your AEG right up to the lens and fire off a burst. The BBs WILL punch through. That, and I\'ve lost an expensive GBB magazines with the UTG drop-leg holster. Seriously, don\'t buy that. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Wow, thanks for the heads up man! I\'ll try firing it tomorrow, and see what happens. Does anybody else have any input on that? I would\'ve thought military goggles would have more protection than that. Also, what\'s wrong with the UTG holster? You had the same exact one? Link to post Share on other sites
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