(Part 2) Top products from r/tacticalgear

Civ here, gonna get an IR reflective flag patch like the one you have (I'm guessing). I thought you only get the reverse flag for the shoulder?

Also

Water, check
TQ, check
ammo, check,
pack, check.

• 1 change of clothes
  
• Provisions (high calorie good nutrient)
  
• large knife
  
• concealed back up pistol in case you are disarmed
  
• 1 bobby pin
  
• 2 handcuff keys - one in your bag and one on your person.
  
• pocket saw
  
• water filter
  
• a good pair of gloves (I've got camelback magnums, they're awesome)
  
• Compass
  
• Magnesium fire starter
  
• emergency blanket
  
• bug spray you'll thank me
  
• a couple contractor trash bags (this will help waterproof your shelter and it's amazing insulation.
  
• medkit (you said its on your list)
  
• sighting device (unless you have a scope on your rifle)
  
• flares/flaregun
  
• chemical lights
  
• flashlight
  
• bear mace
  
• compact cookset for boiling water, cooking/retaining nutrients.
  
• 100 ft paracord
  
• toilet paper or wet wipes (trust me)
  
• 1 bar antimicrobal/antibacterial soap
  
• toothbrush/paste
  
  and then depending on where you live, you may want some climbing equpment, like a descender or ascender and some rope.

I like it, nice and basic. Light weight.

One suggestion...

I use a SureFire M600 Ultra Scout Light combined with Surefire SR Plug-In Tape Switch and some Larue rail clips to keep everything snug and secure. I dislike the tape switch that comes with the surefire lights, like the one in your picture, I think that this accessory out performs it by miles.

Maybe think of getting a Tape switch as well and some clips to hold it down, unless you like your zip tie look and it functions well enough.

I'm currently Running a Crye Precision JPC (Jumpable Plate Carrier) and love it. It comes with 3 mag pouches built in and is ridiculously light weight. If you are in the market for a Plate carrier instead of a war built I would recommend this or have plans to get a PC in the near future. For flashlights I would personally reccommend this bad boy just wait for it to go on sale for 40-50. I personally have a PD31 and the 32 and love them both use one on my weapon and one is EDC. My dad has at least 5 or 6 and he also loves them. For multi-tool I would defiantly look into a Leatherman MUT. I personally do not have one but it seems to be a do all tool for AR15's and have seen great reviews about them and will be picking one up eventually.

Wow, what a great looking bag. I've been looking for something a little bigger and sturdier than this bag I've been using.

I'm thinking something simple like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0019MRRU4/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1473219697&sr=8-2&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=tactical+belt&dpPl=1&dpID=51bgiOzJkLL&ref=plSrch

What are good qualities to look for in belts like that? I think he can use it to hold his firearm.

Maxpedition Neatfreak

Maxpedition makes a few packs similar to what you’re talking about, but this is probably the closest towards your description. I posted the Amazon link because it’s cheaper than their website, but their site can show you their other options. I don’t have this particular bag, but I do have multiple Maxpedition gear pieces and they are bulletproof as far as durability, I really can’t recommend them enough,

When I was in, my standard ALICE load out consisted of:

1 Pistol belt

1 Set suspenders

4 Ammo pouches

2 First aid pouches (1 for compass, 1 for trauma pad)

2 Canteen pouches, canteens, and canteen cup

1 Butt Pack

1 M9 bayonet


And the pack:

1 Large ALICE Pack and frame.

1 E-Tool and cover attached to pack.

2 2 Qt Canteens and cover

We also carried a shit load of other field gear like sleeping bags and pad, NBC gear, Pro-mask, magazines, etc. but the LBE was a pretty simple setup.

CO's and very rarely the M60 (and later M240B) machine gunners, were usually the only ones that had pistol holsters

(Ignore all ACU, everything is OD green or GTFO)

Most of this stuff you can find obscenely cheap at army surplus stores.

What about Propper's tactical pants? They're less expensive than the 5.11 and come with a free belt. Super durable with no brand markup. They don't have a ton of outerwear, but they do pants right. Check the reviews on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001VIMYIQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1412173050&sr=8-1

I was curious, so looked around a bit and found that it is still available on Amazon as the Prodigy Survival Knife.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000XH5H6W?pc_redir=1397182715&robot_redir=1

not sure about the quality of their more recent designs but I know this one is really solid and doesn't show any signs of letting up anytime soon.

I bought a Condor belt from Amazon for 3 gun matches. I was running around with my full size P320 on it, 2 pistol mags, 2 AR mags, and a shotshell holder, and it worked great

It's not great when actually running, it tends to bounce up and down a bit, but for standing/walking/shooting it should be fine

The Marmot precip has been my favorite so far, because it's really flexible. I've worn it in Miami in the summer, and as an outer layer on a mountain in Wyoming in winter


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FDYGOI/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_.y.XDbZ3JMRBY

You can get cheaper cobra buckle belts on Amazon for as low as $18. The problem with cheaper belts is when you load them they crinkle and bend but I don't imagine it will do so with a battle belt around it.

The other possibility is something like Bianchi Patroltek, full hook-n-lop belt which may also link with your battlebelt.

https://www.amazon.com/Bianchi-Nylon-Liner-SAFARILAND-Black/dp/B000VOOR72

Kershaw EDC Emerson - $26

Griffin tool - $18

SOG tomahawk - $30

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002LB9JFS/ref=twister_B002LB9JJE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1#customerReviews

I changed my mind... get a legit hockey mask

Grimloc D rings
https://www.amazon.com/Maxpedition-GRML-BK-Black-Grimloc-4-Pack-Black/dp/B001LX8DYK

I use a Maxpedition CP-L for my ruggedized phone. Fits an iPhone 6+ with room to spare. N6 is just slightly larger.

I submit, for your consideration, the UTG Deluxe Commando Belt Holster.

https://www.amazon.ca/UTG-Deluxe-Commamdo-Belt-Holster/dp/B0018LA0UK/ref=sr_1_7?crid=27QRN6TQ39NIE&keywords=pistol+holster&qid=1564748721&s=gateway&sprefix=pistol%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-7

Hatch NS430 gloves

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013C7ZFM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/3M-WorkTunes-Protector-Compatible-90541-4DC/dp/B0013092CS?th=1&psc=1

Says 24db but i’m not sure how good of quality..

http://www.amazon.com/Surefire-Sonic-Defender-Protection-Medium/dp/B001V2SS9G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420401095&sr=8-1&keywords=EP4+Sonic+Defender+Ear+Protection%2C+Medium

24 decible protection. Their design keeps them snug so they dont fall ouyt like other pairs. The pressure is dispersed over your ear so it keeps them comfy too.