5.11 Large Plate Carrier: Switch Hit Ammo Carrier and Body Armor

[@nutnfancy]

"YES, Nutn, you SHOULD talk to the issue of WROL. Let it rip, bro. We're listening. " I see the support now and it helps in my decision. Thanks GunnerSeven and all.

[@GopherTactical]

Excellent! I wish there were more people like you who simply test things, then review them. You are organized and a experienced reviewer. KZbin was made for people like you.

[@CTDpower07]

In case anyone is wondering, if you plan on ordering the 5.11 plate carrier and the FAPC plates from Diamondback, the size plates you are going to want to order are XL, not S M or L. The XL plates will fit the 5.11 plate carrier the best. The 5.11 plate carrier is only available in one size also. Both seem to be great products! Thanks for the review and all your help Nutn!

[@Renta1Cop]

All 5.11 products are amazing. I have worn their pants, shirts, boots and used their pouches alot! They are durable and comfortable. I wear 5.11 pants and shirts for my Armed Security gig as well as have my tactical vest loaded with 5.11 pouches. All of it is very strong stuff. Believe me when i say this, I have to chase and fight with people in this stuff and it is strong.

[@jokertim777]

NickEMT, Thanks for directing me to the profile, I found this: "I fully support the concept of an armed, free people" And, while that's a nice sentiment, I was looking for a more specific (and less vague) statement to the effect of: "I will consider an order to disarm civilians an illegal order and will refuse to follow such an order. I will also serve as an example to others and lead a movement to have any such person who gives that order arrested." We can't have criminals in charge of us

[@Catlicker101]

PLEASE do a WROL video. LOVE your philosophy of use videos. An alternative point of view is always welcome in my book and knowledge is ALWAYS a good thing. Keep up the good work, NutN. Great vid!

[@nutnfancy]

I will be doing reviews on what I call my "Brigade Level" first aid kit. GSWs are a hard item to deal with however. Tactical Doodle will be the expert on those maybe.

[@nutnfancy]

"Me too. It would be a great series (Because I very much doubt that he could fit it all into one video, there would be way too much)." Exactly. It would have to be a multi-part series covering different aspects. Very serious and controversial subject for many so I'm still thinking about it. But there are some maybe helpful thoughts I might impart for what it's worth (probably not much).

[@BuggetNuster]

Bighitter... spot on commentary. Mobility is the key to staying alive on the four way range. Especially if alone or in small numbers.

[@unexpectedTrajectory]

WROL is important to talk about, even is some find it uncomfortable or distasteful. What others have said is absolutely right, look no further than Katrina to see WROL in our modern day (you can even do this without leaving youtube). Thanks for all the great reviews, advice, and insight!

[@emtffzartman666]

I am getting ready for WROL with your help! Your videos are awesome! Thanks for all the time you put into them.

[@wilson686]

5.11 pouches are awesome! Most of my mag, dump, and accessory pouches are 5.11. All of them are double stitched, with great velcro and MOLLE attachment methods.

[@jokertim777]

Exactly. I hope the example of the unlawful gun confiscations can be used to raise awareness of this issue. Those who are ordered to break the law need to refuse... and those who are asked to give up their only means of defense against tyranny need to refuse. Make no mistake, there will be consequences to both, but that is the price of freedom. Each person must choose for themselves what to do when confronted with that situation. Thanks for your input.

[@jokertim777]

I found what I was looking for and will gladly drop the matter here. BTW, congratulations, you sure do have a lot of channel comments to look through. It only took me 32 pages to find what you said just 1 month ago :) Rock on dude, keep the good vids comin'

[@drewmahn]

Excellent, thanks for all the hard work you put forth on these reviews. Making it easier to make solid decisions based on unbias observations and experience.

[@nutnfancy]

"How does it compare to the Blackwater I-O? " Good question and you will see a separate review on that excellent BW I-O option. So many good systems out there but I'll try to provide a smattering with info that can be applied to your system.

[@mh6607]

Thanks again for helping me decide on some sheepdog gear reviews

[@1911CoLt45gov]

great vid man i was waiting for something like this to come out,,for sure do one on WROL though i think we might need some heads up on the topic

[@nutnfancy]

"Are you going to ATTEMPT to disarm US citizens? " Search my comments on my Channel page and you will find my previous answer. You are correct in identifying the serious ramifications of such an event. Short answer is I support the Constitution as I have been sworn to do... and so do many of my military friends. I refuse to disarm our people and no government has the right to deny you the right of self-defense.

[@AngryParrotDistillery]

Have a plate carrier with wrap-around sides covered in molle webbing - really nice to be able to stash kit on the waist/ hip as well as back/front. Gives you the option to go very heavily laden if you need to.

[@nutnfancy]

Hello gassmasher I still love the Crossdraw vest and it remains one my favorite WROL systems. As spoke to in the review vids, it has many advantages to include universal pistol carriage, integrated pouches, zip on and off, and you can still wear it over body armor. Hang on to it and use it. You will love. However there are other good options out there that merit consideration and this is one of them. Peace.

[@nutnfancy]

My understanding is Katrina was indeed a WROL situation in certain areas with rampant looting, crime, and nonfunctional LE and services. You will see this again. The gun confiscations is a different issue and I stand solidly against such tyranny as stated. So does the NRA because they fought for and won the passage of law to prevent that in the future (during times of disasters). Keep your NRA membership current!

[@smerfnablin]

3a is a weave composite fabric that distributes shock and absorbs energy. That is why it is constricted as a fabric in a vest. Most plate carriers are designed to hold level 4 plates.What is interesting is that I believe the rifle plates ($200 each) are designed to work in conjunction with the composite weave armor and not as a stand alone solution.

[@MadJustin7]

Just ordered mine on close out. Best money I will probably spend all year. Can't beat 25 buck!

[@GellyNose]

@wkgm11 its a special plate that goes mid center mass and is designed to prevent the neutralization of the wearer.

[@nutnfancy]

"Are you doing to do a review of SERPA holsters? " I kind of did one here but I will speak to them more in future vids. Thanks.

[@Fieldpup]

Damn straight flyboy. I just got mine a few minutes ago from 5.11. Only thing that sticks is they only have black now, but I figure I can't complain cause you can't even get the crap quality ones at that price. Super awesome deal that 5.1 has goin on.

[@malro67]

just got this plate carrier from 5.11, they had it on clearance for $24.99! seems like a nice rig, great review. i'll probably have a similar setup with shotgun on one side and an AR-15 setup on the other. should work good when i cant afford those .223's but still wanna go shooting with the 12 gauge :)

[@mnyshrpknvs]

Just bought one of these in the same color for $24 and some change plus 3 dbl stack AR mag pouches and 4 pistol mag pouches from 5.11 as well. Total $ shipped, $101!

[@JadeMurder]

i was gonna ask for this video becuz i'm looking for a large molle plate carrier. GREAT VIDEO. thanks 5/5

[@MAlford65]

Holy crap 2009. Blast from the past.

[@z3rotek]

nicely said. better to have and not need than to need and not have

[@drftndunks]

Just ordered the black one with the AR and pistol pouches to get the free shipping!!! Cant wait to get it.

[@850t5m]

Glenn, Nutn actually touches on the sidearm holster on this vest. It does present a safety concern, so far so good though.

[@DABATT1]

The 5.11 website has this veston sale for 24.95. I ordered one and received it quickly. It is a nice vest.

[@nutnfancy]

"do you thank 511 plate carrier would be good for a hunting gear carrier" Yes it could be configured for hunting as well but you might a few odd looks. Just depends on how you pouch it up; 5.11 and many others make a wide assortment of utility pouches that would hold game nicely and you've already seen the shotgun ammo carriers.

[@ByMySword]

Kudos from a sheepdog, brother. Keep up the good work!!!

[@cephal0p0d]

@WoebringerofDoom Civies can have body armor. It just costs an arm and a leg for anything that can stop a rifle round. Cheaperthandirt has $50 Czech flack vests in stock most of the time that'll stop most small pistol rounds.

[@nominalvelocity]

You might not know this, but there's two kinds of sheep dogs: dogs which herd the animals and keep them in a group, and guard dogs which blend in with the flock of sheep and protect them by recognizing and scaring predators away. Apply the latter idea to humans. People might call themselves sheepdogs, because if a number of well intentioned, armed people exist in society, potential predators are discouraged from preying on anyone. i.e. They don't know who's bite might be worse than THEIR bark.

[@ssstealth]

Maine's copious volumes of statutes allow for that as well. I believe Texas and Florida both have similar statutes, aka 'Castle Doctrine'.

[@kevingetrich]

very nice review on the chest plate. I was wondering if you going to have another review but longer with the ak mag. I love all your vid.

[@RogueRaven17]

I got the cheap-o deal like a month ago! mine was 20 something though. It's black and beautiful!

[@jabara83]

@idotman12 that makes sense actually. when this question popped into my head, i was watching an episode of "Deadliest Warrior" where the IRA was making a black powder bomb. So knowing that this isnt that same type of powder does make a lot of sense. thank you

[@Kylef7735]

@jzrdw What i would reccomend is having all the parts to turn your gun into a real gun, a normal mag release and all the parts you need to make 30 round magazines, if they arent assembled its not illegal, and it wont take to long to get it all together after WROL hits.

[@tepid3]

There are, unfortunately. It really just depends upon the state. In states like Connecticut, they require a face to face transfer(if you can get one), and in NY, they just recently passed a bill denying the purchase of soft armor and rifle plates by civilians. I have heard from multiple people it is this way in CA. This makes armor only available to LE/military in these states. thanks for withdrawing the comment you posted to me before.

[@Ronin22K9]

Thanks so much NutnFancy! You rule!

[@silentbomber125]

A situation needing this item is not likely to happen. ONLY if you are a big army gear fan or just stocking for a zombie apocalypse like resident evil. j/k Well this is a good review for how its very modular and for people in a real army. Seriously even vets don't really use or buy gear after service.

[@wilson686]

If I am not mistaken, either 5.11 or blackhawk make shotgun shell carriers that can be attached via MOLLE. I do not have any shotgun shell specific carriers on my vest, but I think I have seen them. Watch nutn's desert gunnery videos, I believe his son, tactical doodle, has a shotgun shell carrier/pouch on his vest.

[@Ikliptic]

the old LBE where you wear the magazine pouches on your hips isnt bad in some cases it is really really nice but when doing allot of running even when tight it rubs the hell out of your hips and bounces allot; I would say go with the military LBV with the vest pouches angled inwards the vertical ones are good but do get in the way of your shoulders. Hope that helps.

[@g2pwr]

not sure if I agree with the dual side set up I guess it works for your reviews. personally I have a tag plate carrier that holds side sapis and love it.

[@SM9090128]

I have a good deal of 5.11 now, although, I have not been into the nylon gear itself. I have found better options (quality) than 5.11, but their apparel is what I like. Nice review, though, and it's great to see more variety than the same ol' same ol'.

[@REPR100]

I tried to get this vest after seeing this review but I don't think it's available anymore... Strongly agree with nutnfancy's views on WROL, well said!!!

[@Plisky]

@Tadpolerive Blackhawk sells a molle mounted platformin which you can mount any Serpa onto.

[@dogpunch223]

@fastacker2 No, not really. It could possibly burn but a bullet needs to go through a barrel to be affective.I wouldnt go tapping the backside of a live round though.Lots of fire in those little things.

[@ssstealth]

NutnFancy, you can speak to the topic of WROL any time you want if you ask me. As you mentioned, it has happened before so it can happen again

[@dsimon11]

@Ninja112294 - I too, am curious. Very cool how the cerpa mounts to the molle

[@Iron_Wyvern]

Yeah, I would like to see an objective comparison and pro vs con review of an M16 vs a Ak-type weapon (an anything from the AK100 series would do). Of course there are two totally different philosophies behind the guns and what they were meant for, but I would love to see your own view on the matter, nutn!

[@VAND4LL]

5.11 site are now selling these on closeout (black only) Large Plate Carrier Vest for $17.99!

[@fastacker2]

@dogpunch223 Yeah, I figured the bullet would not do much, but thought the shell casings might go off in a domino effect if one got hit and you would have lots of shredded brass flying around. its just a feeling I get when I see one of these tactical magazine vests. No experience with a shell exploding outside of a gun though, so thought I would ask. Thanks

[@TheHangoverbois]

NICE VID!! Like all other of your videos! THUMBS UP AND CHEERS FROM DENMARK!

[@nominalvelocity]

There's always a compromise. Many CCW guys like their shoulder holsters. Some designs are better and some are worse in this regard, but with the muzzle to the back design, you'll likely point the pistol at your weak arm briefly during draw. I don't see your gripe though: if you use the chest holster correctly, you're no more pointing the pistol at your chest than you would your thigh with the holster on the hip. A lot of guys have have put holes in their leg and foot. Best to be conscious of it

[@jabara83]

im not experienced in miltiary and such in anyway, but the question has been eating away at me for days now. when you take a shot in the vest or watever and it hits you in maybe a magazine or something of the such. the bullets are filled with black powder so would they act like an explosive on your chest (kinda like the sherman tanks during wwii) or would it not act as a grenade on your chest?

[@PrimitiveBeasty]

At this moment on the 5.11 website, the "plate carrier vest" is on clearance for $24.99. I've looked around, and this appears to be the same "large plate carrier" Nutn has here. I guess they've changed the name? It also seems LA police gear has it for $19.99 at time of writing. If any of you are looking at getting this vest, looks like a good time to jump on it.

[@crazytriggers]

@wkgm11 it protect the chest cavity from blows.

[@1911CoLt45gov]

great vid was waiting for a vid like this

[@Hissatsu5]

do you thank 511 plate carrier would be good for a hunting gear carrier ?

[@Wrekrtr]

Do you have any interference when pulling the rifle mags that are mounted below the pistol mags?

[@Alex-oj3gy]

the Blackhawk holster is now standard at the german army with the h&k USP

[@Remaagen]

Nutnfancy, The 5.11 large plate carrier is discontinued. Can U recommend another LPC similar to the 5.11?

[@GellyNose]

@TurthofChina 5.11's website has them for sale for approx $30 right now.

[@GuitarKid905]

were did you get the didgital parts for the guns?

[@Kylef7735]

@tac2685 Most places ive seen it its on closeout, if you find it buy it, cause i dont think they are making it anymore.

[@v8einstein]

would like to hear your opinion on WROL and what you think would be ideal pack/weaponry for urban situations. And what you think those who live in anti-gun states such as california.

[@The_Prof255]

what is the name of the platform for your holster to attach to molle?

[@Airickf]

Since these are now discontinued, is there anything else out that comparable?

[@bogartd2nd]

what type of ceramic plates will you recommend for this plate carrier?

[@ichewtoast111]

hey nutnfancy I am VERRY cerious about dragon body armor and why the military bans it? Please explain or make a video about it. Like all your vids 5/5

[@1911CoLt45gov]

you should do something on wrol for sure

[@glennwih]

Well, I see your points. However, I am a former Primary Marksmanship Instructor in the Marines. I know safety. Never use a holster that points the muzzle towards your body. Always try your best to aim it away. Combat and safe weapons don't mix. In combat, one must always be ready with weapons loaded.

[@stickandrun]

love the acu on that ak. were to get?

[@Hissatsu5]

thanks i like to have a lot of gear when i go hunting but my hunting bag is not working like i want it to

[@TheMoviebuff77]

hey nutn, would this vest be good for a bigger guy like myself since you can loosen and tighten the side straps up? if not can you recommend something for bigger guys. I would really appreciate that.

[@SnorwayFlake]

hey are 10KG a light or havy load. Yes or No??? And i love your video's!!!

[@fierwall5]

do they make mag holders with magnetic tops or not because if they don't i would like to modify mine to use magnets

[@Frostwolf223]

Sucks that this vest doesn't seem to be available anymore. Can't find it on the 5.11 site, and none of the online sellers I've looked through have it.

[@ultrabeastmode]

where did you get the digital camo for the ak47 shown in the vid

[@prayfortruejustice]

Nutn, good review (as always.). I agree a WTSHTF/WROL scenario is possible, however you referenced Katrina where the "authorities" did a door-2-door confiscating firearms from law abiding citizens in New Orleans. Are you suggesting a Molon Labe stance in a martial law situation? Regarding Level IIIA body protection - To the best of my knowledge It is not illegal for non-military/police to own and wear. (at least not in Ohio. Thanks always for your outstanding reviews. Peace.

[@sparks444]

Agreed. If its too controversial for somebody, just dont watch it. We do not all have to agree on everything.

[@ppayne95]

Now I have a question about the AK-type rifle, was that a 47, 74, or something else? I've been looking for this mystery rifle that had a lower alot like the AR, but the upper was almost completely AK, but it ran off 5.56 AR mags. I like that Glock and wonder how quickly that holster releases the pistol.

[@nominalvelocity]

I was going to say just that when I read his comment--couldn't have said it better.

[@saxonlight]

Outstanding video and info. Thanks Nutn. Regarding armor for civilians, what kinds of armor, if any, are legal? If WROL occures, it is going to be good to have weapons for defense but they don't do you much good if you are a one shot wonder. If someone could speak to this I would be greatfull. Many thanks.

[@BuggetNuster]

In most states there is no restriction on who can by soft or hard armor.

[@xjaronx]

so would you be switching the plates around then?

[@Tadpoleriver]

How do you connect the BlackHawk Serpa to the 5.11 Plate Carrier?

[@wkgm11]

yes and he doesnt say anything other than "thats the sternum plate" if you cant tell me what it is other than the generic "it stops you chest caving in and offers stab protection" why comment, cos I don't think you know either Bachzor

[@truthfromabove]

It would, but you can get one without the option of holding plates a lot cheaper.

[@fistoramshank]

blackhawk makes a wide array of holsters im sure you can find one for you. i have 2 of them, the only one thats better in my opinion is safariland at twice the price or more.

[@Captmorgann]

like i always say, you never know when shits gonna go down lol. Always be prepared!

[@tylerpomeroy]

How would one attach a KABAR marine with plastic sheath to this 5.11 vest?

[@Bastion71]

Do you HAVE to be mil or LE to buy body armor plates?