Pantac Maritime MOLLE Ciras
This is one of the top non military vests you can buy. Pantac did an amazing job in creating this complete "kit". They used 1000 Cordura and triple stitching to make the vest capable to withstand all sorts of punishment. With no pouches on the vest you can see there is plenty of MOLLE space available for anything you might want. The adjustments are made just like a military ciras in that there is an emergency pull cable to release the vest if the situation would call for it. This cable is woven through the parts of the vest from front to back and run through the adjustment straps. This makes fitment somewhat hard to do but one you figure it out its very easy to make adjustments. The Pouches are from a company that worked with Pantac on this vest called Phantom Gear and are of great quality and abundance. When you purchase the vest you get a dual pistol mag pouch, a dual double M4 mag pouch, two individual double M4 mag pouches, a medic pouch, a large utility pouch, single grenade pouch, large radio pouch and an admin pouch. As an added bonus you also get a 1-point sling that comes from the back with eth adjustment straps and over your shoulders meeting at your chest and foam SAPI plates. It comes in many different sizes and colors and because of the material, very easy to maintain. All of the pouches and the vest itself have eyelets on the bottom to help with water drainage should you have to submerge yourself. There are no buckles or zippers on the vest just the pouches so there is less to break on the vest. The Drag handle can easily carry a body of 250 Lbs. so there is no worrying about a fallen team member. The price for this vest with all of the pouches, sling and plates included is $200-230.00, depending on if you get the regular sizes or the XL size.
Pros:
material, adjustments, MOLLE space, pouches
Cons:
Price, hard to adjust at first
Overall:
This vest overall is one of the best airsoft vests you can buy and it can also be used to hold real armor plates as well if you so choose. The material and stitching is amazing and MOLLE space is abundant. I would rate this 10/10 only because you can’t go higher.
Pros:
material, adjustments, MOLLE space, pouches
Cons:
Price, hard to adjust at first
Overall:
This vest overall is one of the best airsoft vests you can buy and it can also be used to hold real armor plates as well if you so choose. The material and stitching is amazing and MOLLE space is abundant. I would rate this 10/10 only because you can’t go higher.
Matrix High Speed Ciras Vest
This vest is a great buy for any style player on a strict budget. From CQB to the Field, it does the job and more. This is a replica CIRAS style vest used by the military today. It comes fully adjustable for length and width using very strong Velcro so you’ll never have to worry about it getting loose or falling off while moving and playing. It comes with four M4 mag pouches that each hold two mags. The adjustable hoods are completely removable for those who like to run open top pouches as well. The pouches can fit all types of mags including AK and G36 mags. It can hold two AK mags in each but only one G36 mag. The hoods may not fit with all mag styles and that is why them being removable is a bonus. On the right side of the vest there is a utility pouch that is very roomy and can house multiple items that you may need on the field such as Grenades, tools, speed loaders, extra bbs or anything else you might need. Also included with this vest is an admin pouch that sits in the center of the chest of the vest. It has a Velcro front as well as a map pocket and a second pocket for those items you don't want to loose like wallets and keys. There is also an accessory pouch on the admin pouch that can house numerous items from a spare pistol mag to a grenade and even a flashlight. The Back of the vest has a built in hydration pouch or carry pouch for items you may need. None of the pouches are moveable and that is a pretty big downfall but they are all located in prime spots so the need to move them is not necessary. There are D-rings on the adjustable shoulder straps for attachments such as slings or other clip on items. The entire back of the vest is covered in MOLLE for addition pouches and packs and the same goes for the sides and even the outside of the utility pouch. This vest is very comfortable to wear and helps greatly in protecting your body from hits. The vest is made from Cordura which is a military grade fabric that allows for a lot of abuse without the worry of damage. This vest is also very lightweight and breathable so you can wear it even in the summer time with no problems. The emergency drag handle located at the top of the back of the vest is triple stitched for durability so in the event you need to actually drag someone you don't have to worry about it breaking. There is a lot of Velcro on the front and back for lots of patch room. This vest costs $80.00 on evike and if you were to buy a similar vest and all of the pouches separate would cost you over double that price. The Stitching will fray over time and become loose and the pouches will do the same and possibly tear at the seams. I would recommend getting Pantac or Flyye over this vest for longevity and durability
Pros:
Cordura material, price, standard pouches, adjustable
Cons:
pouches are not moveable, not a lot of front MOLLE space, over time stitches fray and come loose
Overall:
For $80.00 you really can’t ask for much better than this vest. Its adjust-ability and the standard pouches are amazing and the quality due to the Cordura is great. As a veteran player now of almost 2 years I would not buy this vest again. I would instead save a bit more and purchase a vest from Pantac or Flyye. I would rate this vest an 6/10 for beginners only because the standard pouches are not movable so if you don't like the setup, too bad, you can’t change it. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who wants their gear to last a long time as the stitching fails overtime and the vest in its entirety is not exactly 100% and the MOLLE may not be even all over
Pros:
Cordura material, price, standard pouches, adjustable
Cons:
pouches are not moveable, not a lot of front MOLLE space, over time stitches fray and come loose
Overall:
For $80.00 you really can’t ask for much better than this vest. Its adjust-ability and the standard pouches are amazing and the quality due to the Cordura is great. As a veteran player now of almost 2 years I would not buy this vest again. I would instead save a bit more and purchase a vest from Pantac or Flyye. I would rate this vest an 6/10 for beginners only because the standard pouches are not movable so if you don't like the setup, too bad, you can’t change it. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who wants their gear to last a long time as the stitching fails overtime and the vest in its entirety is not exactly 100% and the MOLLE may not be even all over
Condor MPC (Molle Plate Carrier)
Condor's standard MOLLE plate carrier is exactly what it say, a standard plate carrier with MOLLE space. This vest is adjustable for M/L frame people via the Velcro siding and shoulder straps. As an added security measure there are buckles that connect the adjustable pieces together. The side adjustment panels also house mag pouches inside them, hidden from and obstruction. Though they are harder to access, they are a great add-on to carry last chance mags. The MOLLE on this vest is decently strong, being able to withstand the explosion of a Thunder-B and not rip or bust the stitching. The drag handle is capable of pulling 180lbs. without a problem as well. There are slots for plates to be installed inside the front and rear panels but not real sized. The price for this much MOLLE is really what makes it worth the buy falling it at 70.00.
Pros:
Price, MOLLE space, built in hidden mag pouches
Cons:
Not adjustable to all sizes, mag pouches hard to access
Overall:
In the end this is a nice airsoft plate carrier with plenty of MOLLE space. It is recommended for those who want a versatile setup that can be changed up quickly for different OPs. This Vest gets a rating of 8/10 because of the cheap plastic buckles and its limit in adjustability.
Pros:
Price, MOLLE space, built in hidden mag pouches
Cons:
Not adjustable to all sizes, mag pouches hard to access
Overall:
In the end this is a nice airsoft plate carrier with plenty of MOLLE space. It is recommended for those who want a versatile setup that can be changed up quickly for different OPs. This Vest gets a rating of 8/10 because of the cheap plastic buckles and its limit in adjustability.
Voodoo Tactical MPC (Molle Plate Carrier)
Voodoo Tactical's MOLLE plate carrier is exactly what it say, a standard plate carrier with MOLLE space. This vest is adjustable for M/L frame people via the Velcro siding and shoulder straps. As an added security measure there are buckles that connect the adjustable pieces together. The side adjustment panels also house mag pouches inside them, hidden from and obstruction. Though they are harder to access, they are a great add-on to carry last chance mags. The MOLLE on this vest is built tough with 1000 dernier fabric, being able to withstand ripping or busting the stitching. The drag handle is capable of pulling 200lbs. without a problem as well. There are slots for plates to be installed inside the front and rear panels that are meant for foam SAPI plates. The price for this PC maybe a bit much for some but the material makes it worth it at 70.00.
Pros:
MOLLE space, built in hidden mag pouches
Cons:
Not adjustable to all sizes, mag pouches hard to access
Overall:
In the end this is a nice airsoft plate carrier with plenty of MOLLE space. It is recommended for those who want a versatile setup that can be changed up quickly for different OPs. This Vest gets a rating of 8/10 because of the cheap plastic buckles and its limit in adjustability.
Pros:
MOLLE space, built in hidden mag pouches
Cons:
Not adjustable to all sizes, mag pouches hard to access
Overall:
In the end this is a nice airsoft plate carrier with plenty of MOLLE space. It is recommended for those who want a versatile setup that can be changed up quickly for different OPs. This Vest gets a rating of 8/10 because of the cheap plastic buckles and its limit in adjustability.
VooDoo Tactical Hayden Plate Carrier
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Condor Crossdraw Tactical Vest
The Condor crossdraw vest is a great vest for beginners or those with a low budget. Everything is pre positioned so there is no customization but for the price it is about what you should expect. There are three m4 mag pouches that each hold two mags on the right side. The mag pouch furthest back can be hard to reach depending on your body shape which can be a drawback. Above those are a pouch for small accessories or shotgun shells and then a padded right shoulder. On the left side of the vest is a crossdraw pistol holster with a spare mag slot and above that is a triple pistol mag pouch. There is a belt also attached at the bottom that has two more pistol mag pouches attached. The back of this vest has a large pocket for a hydration pouch or other items you may need to store. The entire back is an open MOLLE field for placement of a MOLLE pack or other pouches needed. There is no MOLLE space in front due to everything already being in place. The weakest point on this entire vest is the zipper and buckle system followed by the drag handle. The drag handle is there mainly for looks and will not hold up to dragging anyone over 125lbs unless on a slick floor. The Zipper system is very cheap and breaks easily. The buckles are made from a cheap plastic that is not durable and can shatter upon direct hit from a bb. With all of that being said and the price tag at $40.00, this vest is suitable for new players or budgeted players.
Pro:
price, 6 m4 mags, 6 pistol mags, hydration pouch
Cons:
cheap material, low MOLLE space, weak zippers, buckles and drag handle
Overall:
This vest is will be rated no two different scales, the first a general overview and the second a new player on a budget scale. For an overall general vest this crossdraw falls in with a 5/10 at best due to its cons listed above. For a new player on a budget scale, this vest hits about a 7/10 because of its price and ability to hold alot of mags.
Pro:
price, 6 m4 mags, 6 pistol mags, hydration pouch
Cons:
cheap material, low MOLLE space, weak zippers, buckles and drag handle
Overall:
This vest is will be rated no two different scales, the first a general overview and the second a new player on a budget scale. For an overall general vest this crossdraw falls in with a 5/10 at best due to its cons listed above. For a new player on a budget scale, this vest hits about a 7/10 because of its price and ability to hold alot of mags.
Condor AR Chest Rig
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