WROL System: Crossdraw Vests, Pt 3

PART 3 of 3:
A quality made tactical Crossdraw vest is a excellent option to carry a limited weapons loadout and associated gear. I say you should always work backwards in deciding on an appropriate Load Bearing Equipment (LBE) system; just dont buy a tactical nylon vest and try to fill it up. Always think in systems. Realistically evaluate what tactical capabilities you will need in regards to ammo, secondary armaments (handgun, knives, non-lethal options like pepper spray and Asp batons), optics, food, first aid, etc. This equipment might be essential for many defensive scenarios such as the collapse of law and order (Without the Rule of Law or WROL), US military combat operations, and some Law Enforcement scenarios as well.. Tailoring these items to your anticipated engagement scenario will prevent excess weight carried and will improve your mobility and stamina. Dont carry more than you will need. There are indeed lots load bearing systems available now from different makers and many offer excellent versatility, toughness, and cargo capability. If you could be engaged in a knock-down-drag-out, full-on firefight in Afghanistan then there are better loadout systems than a Crossdraw vest. However either a BlackHawk or TacForce brand Crossdraw vest will suit most civilian sheepdogs and even some military or Law Enforcement users. It can be an Overt OR Covert carry system and I classify its capabilities as Medium. Its benefits are numerous: no extra pouches to buy and configure, adequate ammo capabilities for both pistol and tactical carbine (for many scenarios), comfort in use, ability to adjust to clothing layering, accommodation of CamelBak bladder, accessory pouches and interior zip pouches hold additional gear, breathable mesh is comfortable and lightweight (unlike many heavier solid Cordura vests), high traction shoulder pad for rifle butt placement (mod shown), excellent and versatile handgun holster, fast zipper donning and doffing, back BTS webbing offers versatility, web belt attachment expands capabilities, and overall it is a lightweight load carrying option. Downsides of a Crossdraw vest might include: slower handgun access and replacement, no provisions for body armor integration, and the Velcro attachments will wear out and can get snow-clogged (from experience). But such a vest remains a cost effective, versatile, high-value GRAB AND GO gear solution for a wide variety of combat scenarios and it has withstood the test of time. ////////////////////Nutnfancy Likeability Scale: 9 out of 10

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[plukypollo2]

Nice vests....I'm a paintballer too, but the difference is that I make my own gear...I make my own tac vests ¡¡ They are'n the best of the best...but it works for me ¡¡

[nutnfancy]

@plukypollo2 Way cool! -- Veri 

[Kliffton415]

In a WROL situation, if all else fails, FIND NUTNFANCY.

[grooveclubhouse]

This is more interesting than the history channel. I gave my tv away along time ago and dont miss it.

[buddtwin2]

Ocktactical: sounds like someone a lil jealous that he dose not get to play with cool shit all day and do something he loves. If your so much better lets see u run a channel that's even half as good as this. You can't because your to busy sticking your toys up your ass.

[24Rorschach]

As an airsofter, I found that the holster on my cross draw would actuate my mag release when running. I lost my pistol mags several times in game, it really frustrated me as I would have to draw my pistol and get killed because there was no mag in. So now I just use that molle space for something else, and use a drop leg for a pistol.

[SuperRip7]

@Kliffton415 You bet I will.

[564955charlie]

Hey Nutn and Veri, I was interested in making a survival vest on a budget and wanted your input. would a generic crossdraw vest with a removable holster be a good platform for a survival vest?

[ANZACS100]

webbing is alway better than vest's(as in webbing the military chest thing)

[jefallijay]

@Kliffton415 ive seen his shooting, no thanks.

[geiswiteb]

Im finding an issue with incorporating my saiga 12 into my vest. The mags are HUGE and Im not sure how I want to do it.. Im considering using bungee ties to attach to the webbing on the back, another issue is my AK bayonet. That is my knife, and it doesn't have any eyelets to use for tiedowns. any ideas? I don't like the belt loop on the frog because it just dangles there.

[KAZUSHIKIMINOUE]

@Kliffton415 Hopefully he doesn't think you're hostile when you run to him....either way, he'll give you peace...lol.

[GermanAmericanBunder]

Great Video for thorough info!!!

I hate Blackhawk!!! in my opinion they are ridiculously overpriced, and the lack of options they offer on their vest, including the material quality in general, is sub-par compared to an China vest price vs price, and option vs option ratio. My friend owned the (Black-hawk ISSAK LRack Gunner) kit he got for around $200 w-out S&H, and cannot be compared to my previous VooDoo harness of the same character. I would tell people, honestly--go with Tac-Force!!!