I went with a 5.11 TacTec multicam that I modified with disconnect sliders in the front and to accept my chest rig placard. For plates, I went with Mira level IV ceramics (5.9 lbs each). I chose the 5.11 for comfort and the emergency egress system.
I also have a simple, rapid response plate...
A little late to the thread but here goes.
Sounds like you have the most expensive part out of the way and you are positioned very nicely!
I have a checklist I have developed over the past 10 years or so, and if you PM me, I will gladly send it to you, no problem. But, the real value is not...
Item Name: Item Gone: FS Colt 6940 Monolithic 16" Upper w/BCG
Location: FL
Item is for: Sale Only
Sale Price: 850
Willing to Ship: Yes
Bill of Sale Required?: No
Item Description: This 6940 upper was purchased when I lived in GA (aka Gods Country). I now live in FL but I would like to...
This item has been relisted. The new listing can be found at https://www.theoutdoorstrader.com/threads/fs-colt-6940-monolithic-16-upper-w-bcg.2890105/.
This 6940 upper was purchased when I lived in GA (aka Gods Country). I now live in FL but I would like to sell it on ODT (because Gunbroker sucks). If you are interested, I will cover shipping it directly to you via FedEx at my cost.
Details:
Condition:
Used with approximately 500 rounds...
I’ve had a couple of 6920s and they were nice. I switched over to the 6940 a couple years ago and I really like the monolithic upper much better. I use mine for training and have about 5K rounds through it, no failures.
I would recommend a drop in single stage trigger. Definitely a nice upgrade.
I like the title "Preparedness" with subs of the following:
Communications/Energy
Shelter
BOB Vehicles
Food/Water
Security
These sum up what is needed to survive and thrive.
Something else to keep in mind:
A loaded backpacking pack should not weigh more than about 20 percent of your body weight. (If you weigh 150 pounds, your pack should not exceed 30 pounds for backpacking.) A loaded day hiking pack should not weigh more than about 10 percent of your body weight...
The Tom Brown books are awesome for primitive survival skills. The guy took a deer with a knife. Haha, much respect!
I also like the laminated topo maps, we may be the last of a generation that can still use a map and compass.
Here is a BoB inventory I have developed over the past 10 years or so. If it can't be downloaded email me at hondoptc@gmail.com and I will send you the excel spreadsheet.
This is an older version from when I was commuting weekly and I needed a plan to get home (about 500 miles away).
I have...
Agreed 100%
Preparedness is a mindset and not sitting in a bunker awaiting the apocalypse.
I have slowly accumulated food and water purification etc. that will sustain my family for 3 months or more because I am the protector and provider for my family. But, I am also the gray man. I don't...
Good feedback. You are absolutely correct on your observation. Risk Rating is subjective and when I use this at work we have a group of people who discuss and agree on the likelihood and severity before we employ solutions (or not). We also employ statistical models to back up our positions...