Battle Belt Setups with Navy SEAL Mark "Coch" Cochiolo

[@JoshuaAmaro]

Coch probably doesn’t remember this but he gave me my first battle-belt back when I was the 3rd phase corpsman, he took pity on me when he saw me at the range shooting with no holster. it had a Sig p226 Safariland holster and I think it was Blackhawk, it was salty so it gave it character, I still have it 😇

[@adamcook1574]

This wholesome shit just made my day

[@aarhasful]

This is awesome man

[@vincentaugustine7683]

I know Im randomly asking but does anybody know a trick to log back into an instagram account?? I stupidly forgot my password. I love any help you can offer me

[@ComfortsSpecter]

@@vincentaugustine7683 “Fucky offy, yah bot”

[@jackyng7686]

Any pictures of it? 👍🏻

[@N_ickoutwest]

This guy is the most accurate depiction of a retired SEAL. Its also great to learn from someone who doesnt have hardcore Captain America vibes. Kudos 🙌.

[@Protocol_17]

No fluff, no hype, no nonsense, all experience !!!

[@jaydubs6354]

Fluff gets you Muff

[@eminenception]

@@jaydubs6354 muff be feelin ruff

[@leelotungal819]

Mark is to me, what a Tier one operator should be. Such a humble, simple and nice guy, it's a breath of fresh air especially nowadays with so many other tier 1 operators coming out tooting their own horn. God Bless you Mark!

[@kalapuikko666]

Cool to see gear from a different era.

[@andre5032]

Yo what is that fucking profile photo

[@youngbruh1924]

@@andre5032 based

[@youngbruh1924]

based

[@briangrant2005]

Love the low-key explanations! Makes it very easy for a civilian to understand the thought processes and mindset going into a personal setup

[@davids7550]

I set mine up just like Adam West did his in 1966. Complete with a live herring as a treat for friendly seals.

[@michaelbassett8076]

lol, this comment is very underrated

[@Soulsaber_7]

I love seeing all the old homemade rigs. That must have been so hard to work with all that canvas and metal alice clips

[@kennethwhite1987]

When you put me through 3rd phase, I thought the sights on my Sig might have been off. You took my pistol and keyholed two rounds on a black dot, handed it back to me and said, “they look good to me.”

[@thomaswallaceii4175]

First and foremost thanks for your service. One of my boys just retired off the teams a few months ago. I enjoy watching the evolution you bring to your videos from us "old heads" to the new bread of gear.

[@mikehoncho806]

Love how you noted that people always give shit about having knives on the back and your response is a middle finger basically lmao pure gold

[@lasithajayawardana9559]

I really enjoy watching Old Dogs bring out their gear and show the evolution of what they used to carry to what they now carry or their last deployment carry. Did you guys ever have an op where you ran out of ammo? 2-3 pistol mags and 3-4 SMG/M4 mags seems "light". Obviously loadout reflects level of credible intel on potential number of hostiles, and Black Hawk Down situations are rare.

[@dukeadams2288]

U are the most. Humble sof operator on the internet and I know hundreds ranging from rangers, seals, green beret, recon , pj

[@ChaweevanKerth]

WOW you NAVY BOYS HAVE GREAT STUFF! I HAD OLD Vietnam stuff when my dad was in the Marines. I in listed in 1987-1991. I was Marine Force Recon sniper. We used Allis Web belts that read 1967 or 1968 or 1970 Lol. Web belt with a plastic buckle. 2 M - 1968 plastic canteens, 2 M-14 nylon pouches. M12 nylon holster and M12 mag pouch from 1972. I had a rook sack and butt pack then suspenders with shoulder harnesses. My K-Bar and compass on the shoulder pads. 30 years later you guys have sweet stuff seal! Semper FI Navy!

[@blehbleh222]

In case I needed to throw a bomb at somebody- Coch” the best thing I’ve ever heard hahaha this guys humour is the best!

[@robertdowns8182]

Always nice to see the evolution of gear. But more important I think is why change occured.

[@zotirruges]

I used the glock knife in 2012 in Kandahar, that's one of my favorite blades for sure. It can definitley handle a beating.

[@garywilliams7938]

Bought and AR QBC wylde camber main problem is looking for a place to train within 50 miles. Plenty of ammunition. Red & green dot put 20 round through it. Served in the navy 1987-1993 retired in NAB Coronado . I had planned on going across the street as a striker . Retired early. Looking at the foundation page I blessed. Thank You for all you do and have done !

[@troybishop5947]

"Mileage may vary", ain't gonna lie, gonna use that in my next class.

[@johnd4348]

I like your style. Straight to the point, no BS. I was never in the Military, Glad people like you were. Thanks

[@bern3154]

I wish I had a family member like coch who can tell me all of these really cool stories of his days on the team.

[@bigmike716]

Thank you for your service! I always love seeing how others equip their belts.

[@Casloveskim]

Man you must have a mini museum at home! As a marine i bought a lot of stuff myself, how was that in your days? So cool to see the evolution and some of the same ways of thinking in your gear setup. love these vids Mark!

[@bagualimara6883]

Excelente video! Soy Infante de Marina Argentino Retirado - Serví desde finales de los 80´ hasta 2010 y durante muchos años - usé un Equipo similar al exhibido en 1er lugar - de "la Vieja Escuela" Rústico y confiable. Un abrazo desde Argentina!

[@davidmilisock5200]

Being from the 70's and seeing the evolution of gear is awesome. It's not just the weapons but the support gear. We as a society need to pony up for research and development in this area, save our team members lives. We need to remember when this was done with no armor, jury rigged most everything. We've lost to many.

[@DIYDad1]

Very cool to see the evolution of gear over the years and how things have changed for better efficiency. Seems like everyone is going more minimal, lightweight, and more modular. And it seems like everyone is moving to Velcro over the molle setup for fast and easy pouch removal. Just set up my own belt and I’m sort of like your “gen 3” setup here with the padded belt, it was cheap, it works, and has held up great so far. Nice to hear from the experts with real world experience! I’ve noticed I prefer more weight on my hips than my shoulders so I am loading up my belt and keeping everything else minimal. Helps if you have back problems. Your hips can take a lot of weight very easily which is why hiking and backpacking backpacks have a very burly hip belt.

[@manny1470]

I love watching Coch's videos. Keep em coming Coch.

[@michaelmorgan4717]

You can tell he’s done it all . It’s nice to get first-hand knowledge from somebody who knows what He’s talking about no BS .

[@robertpagel8951]

Blue alpha gear 2 pc belts hard to beat, can be configured for range work, competition and battle using just one set up. Check them out along with blue alpha gear, high speed gear, g code, or esstac pouches. Love my set up configures for any mission with no or very minor changes.

[@wolfza2630]

Humble, Professional and Informative. They don't make frogmen like they used to. Love the historical kit evolution.

[@V10_bait]

Great to see the progression. Safelife Defense has a great belt. 2 inch w/ molle with the inner/outer style belt like others. Reasonably priced with great quality to support all your gear. I run the same esstac pouches with my IFAK thus far. Cheers.

[@N3wbMa5t3r]

Make sure you check the sizing... I normally wear an XL belt and my Safelife size belt is medium. 😂

[@skiingwithmark]

I like your style. Expressions are worth many words.

[@josholdham1033]

Love hearing this first hand experience

[@formatr6]

Hey Coch thanks for keeping us law abiding citizins up to date! Appreciate your time

[@victorcantu8257]

This guy keeps it real and to the point

[@formationctrv3651]

This is experience speaking ! So enjoyable to watch this video. Almost feels like you’re in the locker with him and you just asked him to show you his kit to set yours up. I wish I could like more than once !

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@colddeath87]

I like your idea and location for dump pouch. You never see that on other people's belt setups.

[@clueless4085]

I really enjoy Mr. Coch's presentation style.

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@EEDad401]

Liked it one minute into the video when you were showing your old ship boarding rig. Good stuff.

[@namelessschool7616]

Good to know a lot of the "Home Depot work arounds" I have used and seen used in the 3rd world are functional in the worst environments. People talk a lot of trash about DIY, but if you do your research and test your kit, DIY can lead to a better understanding of what you're running and cheap functional gear. The best gear costs a fortune that most dont have. That's no excuse to not have gear at all. It won't have the Crye logo though. I know, bummer.

[@larryfoster2227]

Thanks for your service brother! Great info!

[@MrGunrun69]

I am enjoying your down to earth commentary.

[@Fer-De-Lance]

Thank you good sir and Tactical Hyve, you brightened my evening. Thank you for the knowledge as well.

[@andrewtucker1309]

Coch you're awesome. Myles these videos are great. Thank you to both of you.

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad you like them!

[@Bsquared1972]

Amazing the way gear evolves. I got the last belt you showed, and so far it is really comfortable.

[@TBendez]

It's interesting to see you move towards hooknloop instead of from it. Padded belts became a thing here back in 08 (Swedish company Snigel Design brought out theirs then) after velcro belts had a couple of years success following leather. With any amount of weight beyond radio, cuffs and some misc, I'd go padded. But that's me, in my line of work.

[@scott24thlrsd45]

Good stuff! Like the history and explanation of the various stuff. This cat has a great delivery too... Thanks dude!

[@TacticalHyve]

Much appreciated!

[@Spencer859]

Love the way you keep it simple and to the point. As always thank you for your service.

[@root1911]

From old school to new cool. Great representation of the progression of gear. I can remember using a web gear harness. The good old days.

[@jacobbeard8037]

I love the Kore battle belt. Played with the blue alpha belt and hated it. I hate the cobra style buckles because you can't adjust them on the go. The Kore has a ratchet system that's rated for 20 lbs. I'm never going to be clipped into a chopper so good enough for me. Micro battle belt like that last one he showed. I've put a lot of time on that thing now and I haven't had any issues. The new stuff is good. One of the best instructors I've ever had runs a padded belt though and I don't see him ever changing. Old eod guy so he's earned the right to run whatever he wants. One other thought: as you are placing mags, I'm finding it handy to have at least one pistol and one rifle mag on the side of your dominant hand so if you have to go weak side or one handed you always have a mag.

[@Thizlamic]

Always cool to see how the real ninjas set their kit up! AWESOME STUFF!

[@robertharold2503]

Retired police officer..when we went from leather gun belts to nylon it was such a relief.

[@robertpickersgill2050]

Been thinking about updating my belt but I'm a creature of habit. Still rocking same belt from 02 in Afghanistan

[@EDWINderpderpderp]

Big fan of the gear explanations/tutorials/history! So far I've just seen this and the walkthrough of plate carriers, but all the info helps. Thank you for the education!

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad you like them!

[@OldJalopyPuller]

Thank you for your service, much respect sir.

[@marcgravel3010]

Love to learn from you Coch. Thank-you for sharing.

[@mattthompson9480]

THANK YOU MARK FOR YOUR SERVICE, AND CONTINUED SERVICE TO THE CIVILLIANS WHO WANT TO DEFEND OUR LIBERTIES IF NECESSARY.

[@garnettbrown]

100mph tape and 559 cord is one THE MOST important kit to have with you ALL the time. 101 uses and then some.

[@garnettbrown]

correction 550 cord

[@wyldewest278]

That was awesome seeing the old school kit next to the new stuff 🤙🏻 badass

[@danielchrisman4802]

Great info on progression of belts. I need to upgrade to a 2 piece belt. Thanks for the info.

[@trojanalum2622]

Thanks brother. Much appreciate your good instruction and reasonable approach.

[@TacticalHyve]

Any time!

[@nikolamanchev8003]

As always short, sweet and pristene. Thak you.

[@bbb-films_beyoundglassclos5519]

Fan from Thailand , that could help us in the future Thank you so much. 👍🏻

[@TacticalHyve]

No problem!

[@v0rpalWeap0n]

Very helpful. I enjoy your presentation style. No-nonsense, and speaking from experience. Thank you.

[@paulhowlett4507]

Another very interesting video, Coch. 👍

[@ipisouthafrica]

Thanks champ. Interesting evolution

[@macksbelts]

COACH! 3rd phase baby! We would love to send you one of our 100% American-made belts to try out and review! Let us know thanks

[@Brimar7]

Simple and effective. Thanks

[@libertyboy2743]

Like your advice which makes a lot of sense. Very much the KISS and operational method.?👍👍👍

[@bigoz7]

Simplicity is the name of this game, thanks for sharing great vid!

[@larrybell4599]

Great video. Thank you for your service !!!!

[@richardcartwright2199]

Cool stuff Mark. Now I don't have to ask you what you took to war. But I still have more questions. Your Cousin. oh yeah, thanks for the tour when we visted.

[@TripleAAA53]

Thx Brother !!! Semper Fidelis !!

[@Lunabjj]

Been loving your videos, I watch and rewatch them as I refine my equipment and technique. Can you make a video about the different rifle zeros and their effectiveness? Currently have a 100 yard zero on my rifle.

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks! We'll note it down!

[@mikehoncho806]

36 yd zero for your carbine brotha good for 0-300 yards at a 6” group

[@chrislove1357]

If it's .223/5.56 a zero at 50 yards will also zero at 220 yards

[@maximusblueline8546]

Thanks for the great content. Pertinent to the times we are living in. God bless brother

[@armyscout9994]

I used the cord off a hand mike to make a lanyard....we had plenty of them

[@notshared2543]

Seeing the evolution is helpful. Thanks

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad to hear it!

[@21psd]

Good stuff Coch! Thanks for the knowlege!

[@TheGujan33]

Sounds like « coch » is always cool and pragmatic 🤙🤘

[@TacticalHyve]

Pretty much!

[@TheGujan33]

@@TacticalHyve see ?? 😁😁🇺🇸🇫🇷

[@ClintSaenger]

You can see it in his eyes. This man has seen death...and has taken it pretty well.

[@donaldadams4713]

Bravo Coach!

[@lllllREDACTEDlllll]

This dudes Revolutionary War kit is legit!

[@michaeleyer2183]

Outstanding, Thank you🇺🇸

[@fabianpacheco6548]

Ahh! Suspenders! I lived half my life with suspender.Outstanding video! Thank you🇺🇸

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks!

[@62born]

Great content. Thank you for your service sir . From a old bubble head .

[@Gunge-vq2ik]

great stuff CLASS ACT THANK YOU!

[@howarama]

Good video on the evolution of the belt.

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks 👍

[@nicom1278]

Thanks for that. Funny yet informative.

[@TacticalHyve]

You bet

[@brucebarton8767]

THE WINNER! BELT #4!

[@jacknapier4922]

Refreshing and to the fucking point.

[@pierolefebvre5302]

Thank you 🇨🇦✊

[@Muddy_Reviews]

Really liked the breakdown and how you talked about the different belts you ran over time and what was the concept behind those belts and set-ups. How well do you think the newer velcro inner belt outer belt combo would fare with long extended use? Especially in a mounted or dismounted patrolling scenario?

[@freeholdtacticalmed]

Nice progression. I’m at your stage 3 looking at the new Velcro version. Thx Coach. Shotgun sends

[@j.k.roberts5288]

Always looking for better upgrades thanx for s2

[@markhager8321]

Great job. Badass.

[@born2fish1976]

good stuff, thanks

[@mrd7067]

I have a problem to get my glock knives out fast (in a hurry) one handed. In addition to that the only way i found to stop it from rattling is to glue the cover of paracord into the sheeth. Did i miss the knife on the second rig? I also wonder what you had in your cargo pants over the years.

[@cjykqn]

Solid advice as always👍

[@TacticalHyve]

Appreciate it!

[@sembutininverse]

history class 😁, awesome 👍, one the best instructor I've ever seen.

[@ParkR84]

Coch love the VLOGS. Can you do a few reviews of the service weapons used like the MK25, MK 24, MK23, MK 11MOD O, MK 12 MOD 1, MK18 MOD 0, Seal Knives, dive equipment etc...