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No. 19807 ID: 117c56 Stickied hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply] [Last 50 posts]
  Patrolling with Sean Kennedy educates viewers about tactical gear, physical and mental preparedness, and corporate politics. This video series prepares you mentally and physically to survive in our modern world. Sean Kennedy takes you through the process from the bottom up on how to deal with everyday life.

Shit is tongue in cheek hilarious.

http://www.rantmedia.ca/patrolling/index.php
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No. 23255 ID: c300ad
When he's looking for belts, he goes to my friendly neighborhood surplus store. This is where I bought my plate carrier, holster, mag pouches, pants... Well, damn near anything I wear, really.

Dave's Tactical, #1 in Vancouver.


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23569 No. 23569 ID: 76365e hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
How thick is the steel from which the m1 helmet is made of? Is the m1 capable of stopping a 9 mm Para round (FMJ, short distance, pistol barrel)?
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No. 23582 ID: 011236
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No. 23583 ID: 011236
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No. 23584 ID: 011236
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23584
A fancier Russian brass hat.


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  Cake Status:
[ ] Taken
[ ] Not Taken
[x] Fucking Taken
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No. 23575 ID: b72fb0
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23575
>Wrist Armor

Even I did not think nutnfancy could be this retarded.
No. 23577 ID: 5c6788
>>23571

>13 minutes for a goddamn bracelet

Now you see my biggest problem with Nutting Chancey. I tried to like him -- I really did. But I just wasn't prepared to deal with the unprecedented volume of hot air the guy produces.

sage because rant
No. 23578 ID: 8717e1
>>23560
>and
I meant "an".


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23564 No. 23564 ID: 8b7060 hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
evaluate my BOB for me, /g/?

water purifier (still undecided on what to get. i was thinking one that filters directly from the source so I can fill my reserves up)
canteen for immediate water use
3 gallons of water (1 gallon a day)
messkit
MREs and Mountain House
tinderbox aka firestarter kit
ferrocerium rod
matches
butane lighters
sleeping bag
bivvy bag
shelter
tarp
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No. 23568 ID: 30d44f
>>23566
Dude it's freakin huge. Look at it.


Have you tried this on OP? You're probably OK with less than 3 gallons of water, unless you live in a desert. That's a lot of weight, and your bag seems like it would be heavy enough, unless it's all super lightweight gear.
No. 23574 ID: eb1732
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23574
>>23564
Ditch the "thermal blanket", if you're referring to pic related. A wool blanket or a poncho liner will be superior in every way, and not kill you in the process.

Also,
>bivvy bag
>shelter
>tarp
>emergency [wat?] poncho

This is redundancy to a fault. Personally I pack a poncho that can be used as overhead shelter, a small tent, and raingear. You're missing a ground pad, too.

I think /g/'s come to a consensus that the MSR Miniworks is the best filter around, unless that Sawyer miracle machine actually does what it says.
No. 23576 ID: 158d21
I don't see maps in your list.
Also, over everything you have listed, there's one thing you need to make to sure have beforehand.
That is: a plan
The best equipment in the world won't be much use if you have no fucking clue what you're going to do.
Also, MORE SOCKS AND UNDERWEAR!
Trust me, you'll want at least 3 extra pairs of socks, if not 5 or 6.
get a vacuum packing machine and seal each pair individually to keep them dry, clean, and compressed until you need them.
also, it sounds gross, but you can cut down on space by taking a regular bath rag to use as toilet paper if you have a stream or other water source in your area.
A couple of rags might come in handy for any number of uses in any case.
A small roll of fishing line can be used for a lot of things as well. two uses that come to mind are stitching and making game snares.
for your "survival knife" DON'T SKIMP!
just because it looks cool and has a serrated backside doesn't mean it's the best thing in the store. I recommend SOG for great quality and very affordable.
The "survival literature" is good and all, but you should have as much of that memorized as possible. Don't make it your plan to run out and then start reading the book to figure out what you should do.
Get one of those big, thick black 55gal contractor trash bags and add it. it has a myriad of uses behind it.
Add a hat. A simple plain baseball cap would suffice, but you could use a boonie hat as well.
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23315 No. 23315 ID: 16b388 hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
Just going to leave this here
http://www.itstactical.com/2010/07/14/buying-cheap-gear-killing-yourself-and-the-american-based-tactical-product-revolution/
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No. 23545 ID: 189315
>Like the Ranger who mooned 3 MPs who were threatening to detain him.
Glorious.
No. 23550 ID: 2851d2
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>>23477
Actually I use it alot. From training with my team to assisting the Army, National Guard, and state SORT team train. And then I will don it for airsofting purpose too.

I use mine all the time, put it through heavy use. and expect it to hold up and it does. I have used Condor and cheap knock off company's products and they all ended up where they belonged. In the trash.
No. 23558 ID: bb7cf0
>>23414
While the designs are rip-offs of other brands the construction is top notch and some real OPERATORs have commented well on its use and some PMCs have stated that it is well fit for field use.


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23489 No. 23489 ID: eb1732 hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
Alright /g/, I was watching a thread on another site, about modern body armor. A few people made the point that throughout history, armor was as vital to a soldier as his weapon, and it's only in modern times that it's been considered a hindrance and a burden. What are your thoughts? Is the armorless mindset a temporary fad or just a reflection of a new reality? The thread was mostly about civilian armor, but feel free to discuss military uses as well.

For purposes of discussion, let's leave the Sandbox Wars out of this - I'd say soldiers in those areas act more like cops (parading around the same places all day, high visibility, etc)
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No. 23551 ID: 35e8ac
>>23549
General mobility on the battlefield. Ability to get to cover, switch between cover, quicker assaulting/flanking - just general manouverability.
No. 23552 ID: 9be733
The purpose of armour isn't to make the user invulnerable to gunfire, it's to protect the user should they be shot.
No. 23555 ID: 251ce1
>>23540
>implying you don't still act like you're 16


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23447 No. 23447 ID: 91944c hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
Went to a gun store on the way back from onsite service and they had this one display

http://trijicon.com/user/parts/products1.cfm?PartID=672&back_row=0&categoryID=5

It was mounted on a stock on bi-pod it was a Trijicon demo unit. It was awesome. I know Bushwacker has his top 3 recommendation for optics. Bushy can you repeat it again?

Over the weekend I took my sister and her BF to the range and I realize my eye sight really suck I can't shoot iron at all (at least I think is because I don't know how the sight picture should be). The only rifle I had pretty good shot was the AK with a cheap BSA red dot on it, that I zero the red dot using a bore laser. I intent to keep that red dot on that and putting an AIMPoint on my AR. Just looking for inputs for optics
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No. 23533 ID: 19d87b
>>23532
And by the pic/screen-cap I mean, If I wasn't running a LaRue mount, I'd go with the Burris P.E.P.R.
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>>23462

I picked this up from SWFA. I'm happy with the purchase. The P.E.P.R. mount is solid. I would love the the QD but just don't have the money right now.
No. 23548 ID: 19d87b
>>23543
Nice stick.


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23547 No. 23547 ID: 189315 hide watch quickreply   [Reply]
So I've been debating getting a bipod,grip or a combo, and I've had a hardon for CAA's version, but I just recently found out they stopped making them because the grippod faggots are a bunch of pricks and decided to sue them and CAA decided "fuck it then". Can these be had anywhere anymore?


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23466 No. 23466 ID: d6e397 hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
Anybody know anything about Splav? I'm kind of interested in a Pioneer M23 chest rig from them, but I've heard claims ranging from they're a Russian airsoft brand to them being very high quality.

I don't really care about having a bunch of molle webbing and shit everywhere, I just want a basic setup that will hold 6 ak mags and have a few other pockets and places to put stuff without being a full on vest.

Every time I google for reviews it starts out with "oh that looks nice" then turns to "ITS FOREIGN GARBAGE, YOU SHOULD ONLY BUY HIGH QUALITY MERCAN PRODUCTS LIKE CONDOR OR UTG AND NOT SUPPORT THOSE COMMIE BASTARDS. THEY TOOK ER JERBS"

http://www.soviet-propaganda.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3_64&products_id=81
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No. 23525 ID: 03aa7c
>>23524 how long does it take them to complete the order and ship?
No. 23527 ID: 186d89
depends on what it is.

my three ammo pouches I ordered on Saturday and shipped yesterday.

the order was processed on Monday; I guess they're off on weekends.
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>>23519

Whoops, sorry.

Heres a similar rig from Eagle with incorporated mag pouches:

http://www.eagleindustries.com/product.php?productid=16207&cat=40&page=1

Certainly cheaper than Emdom pouches, and pretty much the same design. Flaps are a little different, but you wont notice any difference functionally. And heres the MSM Stealth Admin pouch, IMO one of the best GP/Admin pouches on the market:

http://www.blackstonetactical.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=358

You can usually order his stuff directly from the Mil Spec Monkey site, but hes not accepting orders for now just to catch up with current demand. Personally Id wait for that Eagle MOLLE Rig to be restocked at SKD. Like some other specialty items from Eagle, that rig is only available through SKD. Like all other stuff Eagle, its economic and supremely well-made. If you do not plan on using other pouches in the future, the Eagle AK Rig linked in this post will do fine obviously. If youd like some modularity, Id wait and get the MOLLE version. Perhaps email SKD to check and see when they expect new shipments in. That is obviously a more expensive route as well, but modularity and adaptability are always good characteristics to me. Your call.


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23416 No. 23416 ID: 6a95cd hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
Can you guys recommend a brand or store for glasses?

I'm looking for a pair of prescription glasses that's very durable in the area of scratch-resistance. Ballistic protection NOT needed.

Bonus if they're not the really OPERATOR-looking modern type. They don't have to be Birth Control Glasses ugly(pic related), but looking old fashioned instead of fashionable is a plus.
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No. 23445 ID: 9a54f1
>>23424

Chiming in here, zenni optical is amazing. You can't go wrong with them.
No. 23446 ID: 92ca8e
I generally just get my glasses at my optometrist. I'm sure I pay an extra, extra markup and they're screwing me but whatever. I've read good things about Walmart's cheap glasses. They work and have the same options for durable non-glare, anti-scratch coatings and stuff.
No. 23542 ID: 3fb4c7
>>23446 I have a pair of walmart glasses. They're fine, for the most part.

But don't get the 'platinum mega scratch-x super coating' or or whatever they call it. it's supposed to keep your glasses from getting dirty, but all it does is make it hard to clean, and after two years they're so scratched up they literally look foggy. Though two years of use for cheap glasses? go fro it if you're feeling jewish. you may want a backup pair around the one-year mark, that's when they really start going to shit.


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23139 No. 23139 ID: d0c917 hide watch expand quickreply   [Reply]
>so i bought a Meade telescope for $130
>i was expecting to get a mini view finder scope with cross-hair
>but i got a red dot-sight
>i'm ok with this.jpeg

so do you people know anything about telescopes?
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No. 23479 ID: 4c0cbd
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23479
holy sweet Jesus, who knew you could see the moons of Jupiter from this telescope!
No. 23507 ID: 89c7f9
>>23479

the moons were discovered with some rather primitive telescopes
No. 23518 ID: bffbf5
I've got an old Dobsonian-mount 6-inch reflector scope that basically just sits in my room, now. When I bought it, I did not realize how limiting a forty-pound base would be.

Turns out it's very, very limiting. Also, not a good idea to point a telescope at the sun without a sun filter. It could burn the optics.


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