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Black Hawk Mag Vest Deal ***Revisited***

drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
edited August 2003 in General Discussion
UPS delivered my Vest yesterday evening; I missed them the night before. This thing is great!!!! Very heavy duty not that cheap gun show stuff you see a lot of. I'm amazed how comfortable this thing is, way better that LBE was. Wish I had one of these vests when I was still in the reserves. I put all 12 of my loaded 30rd mags in the pockets & the weight was so well distributed I hardly noticed carrying them. Plus there is all sorts of added features like 2 inside pockets, & attachments on the back for all sorts of crap. This vest is top of the line. If you're like me and you prepare for that unlikely SHTF scenario, you need some way of carting all those mags around with ya. I have to say this is the best I've found so far. If you don't have one yet you gotta get one!

I have the vest in a small duffle fully loaded with my AR broken into 2 pieces in my trunk, can't wait to go show it off at the gun shop!

Kingjoey, you gotta get one!



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This is kind of a SHTF setup but I just bought one and figured you guys might be interested. $49ea + tax & Shipping = $62 is pretty good deal since they normally go for double in Black Hawk's Catalog. I believe it holds 12 AR mags. You can order them in OD green or black. Good way of transporting mags around. Little less bulky than that LBE but still allow you to hook on your LBE belt.

http://www.galls.com/shop/viewProductDetail.jsp?item=TE126&catcode=M

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  • kingjoeykingjoey Member Posts: 8,636
    edited November -1
    Nice, I'll have to order one, I was thinking about getting something like that for my river outings, I'd rather bring an M4 but I don't have anything to carry the mags. With the Hakim in hand and the SKS-M+drum in a sling I was one tired pup by the end of the trip, nothing like dragging 25-30lbs of firepower through 4 miles of mud. Going to bring the M4 next time, need the mobility. Let me know how the quality is when you get it, most of the Blackhawk stuff is good.

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Will do Joe. Because of the holiday I expect to have it later next week.

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  • RugerNinerRugerNiner Member Posts: 12,636 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I just ordered one. $62.58 with shipping and tax. Tax?
    I said I'm out of state why do I have to pay tax? She said because they are registered in all 50 states. That sounds like BS to me.
    F.Y.I. - BlackHawk is made in Vietnam now a days.

    Drobs,
    You surprise me. I didn't think you or many others on this forum are preparing for what may or may not be. I remember you saying something about having an LBE. That's what I have at the moment and it weighs over 30lbs and I still need to add 3 more mags for a total of 8.

    Speaking of shipping...I just sent one of the Boogers a package and they charged me $23.66 to ship to a P.O. Box. They said it would have been cheaper to send it to a street address. I'm glad I didn't tell them there was ammo in the box. They probably would have charged me more.

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  • 0311marine0311marine Member Posts: 3,233
    edited November -1
    just ordered thanx

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    RugerNiner,

    Gotta be prepared. [8D]
    I was suprised by the tax thing too. Galls caters mostly to LEO's that tax thing could have something to do with LE contracts. Who knows.



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  • cwinncwinn Member Posts: 1,223 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Just tried to order 3, was informed theyre all gone! Looks like ill end paying 100+ each. Oh well.

    Its good to see there are some other members here who are prepared/preparing for worst case scenarios. Not many out there. Do any of you have a preparedness group or belong to one??
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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Sorry about that Cwinn! I'll do some digging around see if I can't find this somewhere else.

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Not to 2nd guess ya Cwin, but I just gave them a call. They are out of stock on the black vest but still have them in green. You have to make sure to ask for the internet special price of $49.99.

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  • RugerNinerRugerNiner Member Posts: 12,636 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Mine came in today. [:)]
    I didn't set it up yet except to try and put my Silva Ranger compass in the top pouch. It won't fit. That Pees me off. [:(!]

    I had to open the vest all the way to get the zipper up. 50" inches my butt. [:(!]

    The mag pouches are adjustable for all differant types of mags by velcro on the back of the mag pouch flap. I'm using AK-47's. only one per pouch with those. Heavy Duty Mesh is great. [^]

    I'm trying to decide how I want to attach my butt bag. [:p]

    Still can't beat it for $49. [:D] [:D] [8D]

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  • cwinncwinn Member Posts: 1,223 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Are you kidding me!?!?

    When i called the lady said they were completely gone, now that makes me mad since i wanted green ones anyway. Ill try again tommorow i suppose. Thanks!
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  • kingjoeykingjoey Member Posts: 8,636
    edited November -1
    Cool, will have to get one. Saw a lot of other cool stuff on the Gall's website I need too. We used to get gear from them and Quartermasters years ago, but they've got better stuff out now than they used to.

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  • RugerNinerRugerNiner Member Posts: 12,636 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    You should see their Catalog!
    436 Pages!
    Mostly Law Enforcement and EMT stuff.
    I did get a cop shirt on sale for $10.49. Long sleeve, tuck in and black, has snaps instead of buttons (would not have bought it if I had known that).

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  • 5db5db Member Posts: 1,621 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Where are they made? Viet Nam?

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Made in Korea. Ruger Niner, put your compass in one of the 2 inside pockets. Heck you could put a 1911 with 2 mags in each inside pocket. I think that very top pocket is for a field dressing. I was checking around the clearance page. They have Level 2 vests on sale for $149.

    http://www.galls.com/shop/viewProductDetail.jsp?item=BP172&catcode=668

    Tempting, maybe next paycheck.



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  • ItGoBangItGoBang Member Posts: 1,529 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Check this out, I have one on my boat and in each of my trucks. We all had them in the patrol cars.. So, if you order the vest, get this too[:D] http://www.galls.com/shop/viewProductDetail.jsp?item=RT013&catcode=806


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  • 5db5db Member Posts: 1,621 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    You know this jerks my chain a bit. Clearly stated in the description it says; "Multiple Pouches .....or black. Made in USA. Weighs 2 lb., 6 oz. Specify color when ordering."

    Yet it's made in Korea.

    Nothing against the folks here that buy'em, but I'll save up my money and buy American.

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quote:Nothing against the folks here that buy'em, but I'll save up my money and buy American.

    If you have one shot...<br><A HREF="http://www.accu-shot.com&quot; TARGET=_blank>Accu-Shot Website</A><P>


    Here's a challenge for you 5db.
    This vest normally sells for $119.99 + tax & shipping. Go find a comparable tactical vest that is made in the United States by Americans for around the same price. Lets call it $200 to be fair. Link a picture or website for it. Buy it & review it for us here.

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  • 5db5db Member Posts: 1,621 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    drobs, Do you not see any problem with representing something it is not? Come on. Why not advertise it as "Made in Korea"?

    But as you asked, visit: http://www.eagleindustries.com/mainprod.asp?scv=0

    I have a call into Eagle Industries L.L.C. (Fenton MO. USA) to see what kind of deal we can do here, so stand by.



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  • 5db5db Member Posts: 1,621 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Can't get the picture here but go to the link above then click on "vests" and then select "Tactical" look at "TAC-V1-N VEST (TAC-V1-N)" at $141.75 it meets your criteria.

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Man you're good.

    This one might be comparable:

    http://www.eagleindustries.com/mainprod.asp?scv=0

    But that mesh looks cheap, & that nylon looks really shinny.
    Edit: Here's a link to it:
    http://www.gunsnet.net/album/showphoto.php?photo=11937
    Red boxes indicate cheap material. [:o)]

    You know I was looking thru my Black Hawk Catalog at lunch and there is no mention in there at all where their products are made. I think Galls got a little creative here.

    Fact is for $62 bucks I pretty damn happy with it. If you want to flame me maybe you could start your own thread on all the the products that you buy that are made in America. Lets start with the electronics in your american car. Where are they made?

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  • 5db5db Member Posts: 1,621 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    drobs, Maybe you missed it, I said "Nothing against the folks here that buy'em, but I'll save up my money and buy American." I wasn't flaming you, just making an observation. The fact you like what you have at 62.00 is good enough for me.

    Here is a challenge for you, tell me why Blackhawk does not advertise where their products are manufactured in their catalog.

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  • 5db5db Member Posts: 1,621 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    drobs, why the sarcasm?

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Sorry DB, turning off my Ahole personality now. It comes on every so often. If your happy buying one of those cheap looking Eagle Tactical vests I happy for ya.

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  • 5db5db Member Posts: 1,621 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    drobs, Your apology is accepted. I suggested Viet Nam because I bought some of their gear a couple of years ago and found out it was made there.

    You did decent thing when you found a good buy and passed it on to fellow GB'rs and I applaud you for it. However, you shouldn't get so emotional when an another point of view is offered.






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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Like I said, I'm a kid with a new toy. I sometimes get frustrated when perceive I someone is tearing on it.

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  • sodbustersodbuster Member Posts: 2,305 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I just got,,(um,,err ordered) one[8D].


    ,,,sod

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  • RugerNinerRugerNiner Member Posts: 12,636 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Drobs;
    quote:Heck you could put a 1911 with 2 mags in each inside pocket.
    I Assume You Ment to Say RUGERS! [:(!][:(!][8D]

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  • drobsdrobs Member Posts: 22,620 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I dunno those rugers are awefully chucky, they might not fit. [:D][:D]

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  • sodbustersodbuster Member Posts: 2,305 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    drobs:
    Got mine last night. It is definately a well made vest!
    Thanks for the 'heads up' on this great deal!!

    ,,,[:)]sod

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    God from more and more of our institutions every day, I say: The
    First Amendment of the Constitution was not written to protect the
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