The Condor Chest rig is very comfortable in use. It rides close and low profile to the body and can carry a medium level of mission support supplies for the civilian or LEO. It would make a great minuteman vest if properly configured (crossdraw option usually better in this role however). The Condor Modular Chest Rig however will usually be carrying a Defensive Loadout (DL) 2 level unless stacking is employed. About four rifle mags, some pistol pouches, and maybe accessory pockets will complete most dudes' loadout with this rig. The shoulder straps are well-executed, padded in closed cell foam, quick detachable, and thankfully they lack any buckles on their face to interefere with shoulder weld with the rifle. MOLLE webbing and some weak elastic retention loops are provided on the shoulder straps. The bib (sternum) portion is snap attached for access of shirt pockets which is an unneeded feature. The bib rides securely. It also provides more MOLLE area which is very helpful for chest mounted pistol or some small pouches (watch for interferences as you configure your vest). Fit and adjustability covers most body sizes; make sure you snug up the straps, double secure them (shown) for maximum rig stability. The POU of rifle plate carrier can also be served but the plate carriage is poorly-executed: a loose retention strap, the bib is too small to accommodate a SAPI hard plate, and the plate is uncovered (allowing dirt to scoop into and ingress the pocket from prone shooting). Lacking a MOLLE backside or water carrier integration, the rig could have some balance problems if fully loaded with a hard rifle plate or lots of rifle mag pouches. To give the bib area stability, I rec' use of plastic plate (show) if armor isn't utilitzed. A comfortable and lightweight soft armor option using the Custom Armor Technologies LTA-3A-1 soft plate (for FAPC Gen II inserts from www.diamondbacktactical.com) is shown. Several pockets are integrated but are of marginal utility unless very thin items are carried; they are hard to access while rig is loaded. The MOLLE adherence and quality of the webbing is good. The Cordura-knock off fabric in this generation of Condor rig is good, avoiding the vinyl-backed very heavy crap nylon that much of the lower cost Chinese tactical nylon uses. But it's not to the level of the genuine Cordura product. Webbing and stitching quality is good too which surprised me. One minor failure of stitching did occur. Buckle quality is suspect to me but endured the 6 month test without any failure or problems of any kind. Available colors include OD, Black, Coyote Tan, and ACU as of 2010 (all subject to change). The cost is very reasonable, usually under $40 and the value is high. Because of limited MOLLE real estate and possible hard use failures I do not recommend the Condor Chest Rig to soldiers. But for occasional use in the civilian and LEO roles, it will excel. /////////////// Nutnfancy Likability Scale: 7 out of 10 (extra .5 added for high comfort level)////////////////////////// Great Music from a great TNPr, used with specific permission: www.youtube.com/user/bryanisms
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Condor Softshell Jacket: "All Conditions Performer" by Nutnfancyby nutnfancy65,039 views
just fyi im about a 30-32 inch waist and i had a hard time getting this rig to fit tight around me. i actually had to do some cutting and modifying the waist strap to get it fit tight enough. the chest area with the shoulder straps is a bit wide for me. again i am a smaller guy but when shouldering my weapon i have a bit of interferences getting into my natural shooting position when standing (i like to squeeze my elbows in). great rig though as far as quality and comfort.
Flynnman1 1 week ago
thumbs up for SIG!!!!
halo5532 2 weeks ago
at 11:40 what scope was that ?
ThatMilkMan27 2 months ago
I just bought this for my dad for christmas. Hahaha
MaxParker22 2 months ago
The webbing on the shoulder is for mounting tourniquets or VIP strobes
USpatriot741776 3 months ago
will the built in mag holders hold ay mags
1975acidburn 3 months ago
This video was what fist turned me onto the condor gear. Thanks for showing me some cheap but effective gear Nutn.
Tacmarksman 4 months ago
I have the one similar to this but without the sternum area. I love it but I use it as a limited response "grab-n-go" vest. Something I would grab for a minor emergency where I won't need a full load out like I have on my Blackhawk full vest. This I can stick in the safe with 3-4 AR mags and 3 Glock mags, a knife, flashlight and multi-tool and be ready for something that might only last a few hours to a whole shift if need be.
Bill11812 4 months ago
my modular operators plate carrier had a cordura license tag
lukedillon1995 4 months ago
WHERE DO YOU BUY YOUR STUFF?
xXBeerPongXx 4 months ago