Condor Chest Rig: "Medium Duty LBE" by Nutnfancy

[@MrShady95]

This was my first chest rig and worked great for years of use

[@Tacmarksman]

This video was what fist turned me onto the condor gear. Thanks for showing me some cheap but effective gear Nutn.

[@lanceroark6386]

You have no idea how glad I am that you did this review. I'm going to buy a vest and I want a good review of what I'm looking at.

[@TACADD]

Thnaks for giving some love to the Airsoft community Nutn, and thanks for guiding the new guys to the tactical scene to the right products.

[@AvianSavara]

That pocket up top, I usually fill with flat things like extra ranger bands and bits of "found paracord" (no joke). The folding part at the bottom is meant to shorten it by 1-2 inches so it doesn't interfere with, say, a battle belt or your rucksack kidney pads. Works better for short people, but I'm 6'01" so I keep it "long". I don't know why someone would want to attach a belt to this, but it couuuuuuld be done by running small loops with snaps through the pals webbing. In my opinion it would restrict lateral movement a little too much (I like to keep my waist flexible) but hey to each their own. Hope these tips help. This is the kind of chest rig that you do *not* want to load up with a million things, so keep it simple and it'll serve fine.

[@lazadar]

I have been constantly looking for the right vest/rig for my Arsenal 5.45. And I like it when I see a video about a vest or rig.

[@danielbradshaw4025]

Great video, really enjoyed...this rig is a vererant of the "RACK" (ranger assault carry kit) by Specialty Defense Systems. The one army used was not in play long. Low pro bodyarmor vest with the chest rig worn over it worked pretty good back in the 90's. My RACK carried 4 double stacked mag pouch, 2 one quart canteen pouches, 2 frag pouches, you could mix it up a little with your com gear and what not. Mainly it was used for short assaults, but I found the SDS one very durable and rugged. I still use it to this day to wear over low pro bodyarmor with rifle plates. Even my canteens are stainless steel for boiling if ever needed, very old school, but I find chances are you may need that ability when the time comes. Also, modular is a great practice, and with that comes layering your battle rattle much like you would ECW clothing.

[@kalif151byccrew]

Just got my soft shell and I love it and even non tactical friends of mine a drooling. thanks for the breakdown in the other vid. Condor sure has changed for the better

[@evilfish456]

Condor "Sniper Drag Bag" has worked for me perfectly. Can fit/secure my Tikka T3 and my old Winchester shotgun inside without any problems. Stitching hasent failed anywhere and the zippers work good. Can't wait to the moose season to start! Thanks for the video.

[@nutnfancy]

@gilfford gillford, they are out there, but Nutn changed the titles because they were getting confusing for us. A YT search for "nutnfancy allstars" should bring them all right up. -- Veri

[@tim001ca]

Hey thanks Nutnfancy for sharing these sweet vids with us all... From Canada..

[@MongoWongo777]

Thanks for giving the working man some affordable options. I would never have the time to do this level of due diligence. Also, looking forward to seeing that Spyderco blade.

[@pyromaster55]

That unusable pocket is perfect for maps, identification, registration, etc. Maybe not as important in some uses, but as you say at $40 its priced right for us airsofters and that's a really good feature for us.

[@Bigboi23847]

Smell!!! Glad to see him back in the project!!!

[@DonCurrier]

I am very happy with my Condor Multicam plate carrier and I also have a tactical vest. Both have held up well and reviews from soldiers and buddies that are in the service and have served in A-Stan and Iraq have also had very good things to say about Condor, at least the stuff recently purchased within the last couple of years.

[@navy4life5]

if someone wants to use this chest rig in conjunction with armor, i would recommend purchasing the blackhawk los-vis plate carrier. Its a smooth plate carrier that is profiled to rifle plates and the soft armor inserts that nutn has, however, it is only $30 at most retailers. i understand that this rig should hold plates, but if you are worried about them being exposed, the blackhawk carrier solves that problem with ease. good review nutn!

[@LukeMiller94]

Nice vid! Brought up some great points! Never thought of you as an airsofter, even if you don't play now. As an young airsoft enthusiast I realise that you get to the point where you have to say hang on a min, this aint the real steel world, but that doesnt mean that airsofters dont want reasonably priced high quality gear. I know for a fact that in the UK at least (I cant speak for the rest of the world) have a great respect for those guys who do the real thing day in day out!

[@Motologist95]

Nutnfancy, I am an airsofter and gun enthusiast and you made a great point about a lot of the "tactical gurus." My dad served in the Army Reserves for 20 years and he's recently started playing airsoft with me. Often times a group of about five guys show up in full Navy SEAL gear and they brag about how they practice and know all these tactical maneuvers oh and they made fun of dad because he was in the Reserves. Let's just say they got smoked by a 53 year old with old BDUs and an ALICE rig

[@airsoft8850]

the airsoft and paintball point about people dissing one or the other has really escalated! but its not only with those hobbies it can be with anything? but the point of this comment is to basicly tell people to use what works for them. i have been watching nutn for a little over 2 years now and i appreciate his advice

[@ey808]

playing paintball can teach you more about tactics than shooting a static target at the firing range. yes, you have to keep proficient in fire arms, but when you play paintball you find that your target doesn't stay still and doesn't like to be seen.

[@nutnfancy]

@TheHossUSMC Roger that...that is why I specifically said "if done right." Thanks man.

[@UBCSWraith]

My airsoft teammates and I have been using the same Condor Plate Carriers for about 2 years or more. They're all still in good shape, despite how roughly and often we use them.

[@dooooods]

that bottom pouch looks like a great spot for personal med supplies ie epi pen, pressure bandage, tourniquet. that top one looks like a handy spot for some cope, or some kodiak.

[@nutnfancy]

@GoskaPL Hi Goska! Nutn says that the lower pocket could be used that way and maybe that is what the elastic is for. The top pocket seems too tiny, tho. Great comment and question! -- Veri

[@Spectacular_Insanity]

Great review. Man, you really put your equipment through its paces! I'm always impressed by your ability to remain objective (relatively speaking) and to inform us of facts, not hearsay and opinion. I must say I'm really glad I subscribed to your channel, even if I don't watch EVERY one of your vids. =)

[@IrishGunNut1996]

NutnFancy i've watched alot of your videos almost all of them i am a big fan! your advice is the best and i rely on your opinion in many situations keep up the great work looking forward to more videos

[@cadrician]

yeah! A nice gear review, i'm not a condor fan at all, but for the money it look great. I really love your adventure outdoor vid, but reviews are my thing. Money is tight for everybody, and those review help a lot on the differente choice i have to make. Love your channel, the TNP project is amazing. Keep em comin Nutn. Great job...as usual!

[@WLPKalenov]

The timing on this is brilliant, I've been planning on picking up one of these for an airsoft op (Climb to Glory up in NY) and I was actually surprised to see you doing a review of something I've always considered 'for airsoft'. Amusingly enough I was planning on running a MOLLE mounted pistol-rig in the same place, thanks for the tip :D Also small point, they do make a Molle/Mesh vest with inbuilt Hydration Carrier (2.5liter) can't say the bladder is the highest quality, but, it works!

[@nutnfancy]

@ResidentEman Great comment and thanks. My reviews and takes are always genuine and not driven by a desire to be accepted or lauded by this or that faction. Airball if done right (with good dudes that have sportsmanship) is great training and recreation. For AEs (like that "Fookwah" fool) who slam it I'll ask: How else are you going to train with someone shooting back at you? One way tactical shooting is part of the equation but it lacks that important aspect.

[@greenbmxer94]

I would agree about the stitching of condor products. If I've ever had a problem with their stitching it has been immediate and from then on everything holds up fine. I have had to teach myself how to sew but the gear is such a good value I don't mind

[@sunuvliberty]

love the chest rig!!! my primary is an m1a in the sage ebr chasis. the weight that a rig like this saves me compared to my interceptor (g.i. soft armor/plate carrier) is more than noticiable... it's liberating. i love the capability to engage an enemy with an ar or ak type rifle before they are able to reach me... but it is definitely a tradeoff in weight (heavier rifle, heavier mags). a lightweight rig like this is perfect for those who prefer to carry more rifle and less bells and whistles

[@ConditionRedDawn]

I had mixed reviews on Condor products. I really like their gun cases, also. Nice review Nutn

[@DieWolfen]

Thanks Nutn'! I ordered the Condor rig yesterday!

[@CampfireTalk]

Always dig you keeping it real & playing down "group think" Also good to see you rethinking your opinion of the Condor brand.

[@PAairsofter]

I was going to buy this rig because most of my airsoft teammates use it. Looks very nice and has plenty enough room for what we do.

[@VeteranFiles]

ive own this rig for about a year and i use it for paint ball and it holds up really well

[@NewfieOn2Wheels]

i'm pretty sure that the small pockets are for ID type papers, and since the main use of this vest brand is airsoft/paintball and normally in large scenario games you need ID papers and you could probably put a small thing of armour in the lower pouch but i don't know i'm only a paintballer.

[@MaximGhost]

Excellent honest review of a value rig. I'm glad you're doing these reviews ... would cost an arm and a leg for us to buy all that gear just to try them out.

[@sunuvliberty]

nutnfancy, your suspicions as far as a ceramic plate being a bit oversized compared to the upper section are well founded. i lucked out and got the blackhawk version of this rig for $30, "used" (love having a buddy with a surplus shop). even on the blackhawk rig, the edges of my plate are exposed and it has the same elastic up top that won't fit around the top of the plate. honestly condors rig looks surprisingly competitive.

[@younghonor6859]

Dude your vids are so detailed! You answer every question I have everytime!!

[@nutnfancy]

@GADeerHunter1 I'm sorry, Georgia. The music rights got revoked and Nutn has to redo it. I had gotten an answer to your question before, and then couldn't find your question. Apologies. - Veri

[@reb0254]

Interesting. I got mine because MainePrepper can't seem to say enough good about it.

[@NHairsofter]

the snaps on the bottom are to shorten the bottom panel so if your a little on the short side you can button up the bottom row

[@Gunnut226]

This is great low cost option. I think I will stay with my 5.11 vest for now. I do like the open back design just for a day at the range and I have a support vehicle to hold all my other gear and supplies. For a WROL or an another bad situation I will still opt for my 5.11 VTAC LBE vest system or my Tacforce cross-draw vest.

[@blatantevil7]

@frailcolin The holster is a Blackhawk Serpa level 2 retention on a quick release mounted to the molle attatchment. I have a Serpa level 2 concealment and it is probably THE best holster for awesome retention, and fast draw as well.

[@chauncymcbaddass]

Love the reviews man. I was thinking about scooping one of these up they can be had for like 30 bucks or so now. Kept thinking to myself its gotta be too good to be true but a few other reviewers and yourself had great things to say about this rig. Think I'll be getting one for a first rig. Thanks

[@bsidenbend]

I have purchased the Contor tactical 125-008: 3-Day Assault Pack in multicam and the 130: Sniper Drag Bag and to tell the truth I have nothing but GOOD things to say about both items. I am assigned to swat team and have used both items in training and field operations and both items have performed extremely well. I have 2 other drag bags, one by Eagle and another by Blackhawk, and Between the 3 I like the features of the Voodoo better. For the price I don't think you can go wrong with it!

[@KrakenSlayer47]

you could use the top integrated pouch to add some more rigidity behind your pistol. just a thought

[@Bill11812]

I have the one similar to this but without the sternum area. I love it but I use it as a limited response "grab-n-go" vest. Something I would grab for a minor emergency where I won't need a full load out like I have on my Blackhawk full vest. This I can stick in the safe with 3-4 AR mags and 3 Glock mags, a knife, flashlight and multi-tool and be ready for something that might only last a few hours to a whole shift if need be.

[@Jose04811]

am i the only 15 year old who watches this....and if anyone is wondering why is a 15 year old watching this then ill say, because they are very interesting and this might be helpful in the future say the us collapses or something like that... keep up the good work nutnfancy!

[@USpatriot741776]

The webbing on the shoulder is for mounting tourniquets or VIP strobes

[@justinmyrick9492]

I have this rig and found a way that works, for me, to carry my water. All I did was order a condor hydration carrier, took off the shoulder straps, and molle weaved it over the cross straps and the waist strap. Doesn't feel out of place or uncomfortable, to me, by any means.

[@eclipsse233]

I don't know if you know about the banshee plate carrier byt that is a great piece of tac gear

[@one2three123]

hei thanks for one of ur vids...... buck mayo cutback edc.... it was a great advice.. i bought it..... u really cant beat it at that price

[@March94Hare]

@zaos22 I personally say yes. I run a Condor molle plate carrier to play airsoft. And plan to use it for my real steel when I turn 18.

[@BigSwede7403]

@coolstuffaddict Probably the mic in the camera cutting of/down to not blow it out. Most 5.56 rifles have a very sharp snapping sound that very easily could put out enough decibels to damage a mic. Well, my guess anyway. :)

[@synchangel]

In Army ROTC, we have Field Training Exercises which use Paintballing... so, it must have some merit there. Also, nutnfancy? Where do you get your ACU's?

[@thatonegermanguy]

@Nutnfancy, I see you run SAPI's and ESAPI's in your carriers and am wondering whether you have a crapton of connections or is it because you have prior Millitary service, how do you get plates? I imagine unless you are a GS employee that your CAT card would be taken away if you were even inwhen those took affect. Thank you for reading and/or answering.

[@DGworksIvan]

it's freaking difficult to shoot a real deal in my country and I'm an airsoft guy for 6 years some how tactical vests in recent years improves a lot (though there are still crappy one on the market) to a certain extent we use these vests in a hardcore way (considering airsoft shoots less than 100 yards, shits happen quite fast) for experience, Flyye is good (with that $ In recent years T.M.C. get better, we've seen special ops. operator using it (minor pouches) , however not as good as Flyye

[@treyscofield]

Great vid. What is the make / model of the tru-spec vest you showed? Where can it be purchased? I cannot find it, even on tru-spec's website. Please advise TNP. BTW, thanks for all the continued hard work. Love it!!!

[@hogspen3]

Thanks for another great review. I love the high value equipment videos. I have been looking for a basic chest rig for an upcoming carbine course and I think the Condor rig will work perfect.,

[@iseeuat100yds]

i use a condor plate carrier for paintball, its great although it doesn't have enough molle on it for all that i carry. (I run a Milsig and carry 15 m4 style mags+Misc gear pouches)

[@Nobeone]

This is what I've been waiting for! Vest reviews! I am in the market for one and I have been hoping for a while you would do some Tac Vest reviews! I can spring for more than a 40 dollar best.. but 150 is kinda a stretch.. :( Still good option! I might do it as a poor mans vest for now.. donno.. I need something mid range.. I thought I saw you running a 5.11 vest one time also that looked pretty epic.

[@Hrledood911]

I don't know if I like the pistol holster so high and pointing left. That would take some getting used to. I have seen a few people who review these chest rigs and they have that set up. Overall, great talking points for this rig. I am looking for a chest rig that will work for me. I am 6'3" and currently I have the UTG tactical vest. It's large, bulky and very warm. It covers a lot of my upper body and I am looking for something with less coverage. This is something to consider...

[@obeyoneshinobi9603]

hey nutn great job as always with the vidz. still waiting on the tu-spec chest rig review you mentioned. (value & quality got my attention) keep up the good work. TNP 4ever!!!

[@OpaKnows]

Excellent review. So comprehensive. I like to stop the video at points of interest (POI) and research on my own to verify and do more in depth study. Could spend an afternoon just on this one tabletop. These pain killers are excellent as well. Actually lets me concentrate! SO you didn't find that you experienced any ride-up without a belt? I would think, for the more in-shape dudes, this wouldn't be an issue. But for those carrying a little extra "armor", no belt means it won't stay put.

[@Flynnman1]

just fyi im about a 30-32 inch waist and i had a hard time getting this rig to fit tight around me. i actually had to do some cutting and modifying the waist strap to get it fit tight enough. the chest area with the shoulder straps is a bit wide for me. again i am a smaller guy but when shouldering my weapon i have a bit of interferences getting into my natural shooting position when standing (i like to squeeze my elbows in). great rig though as far as quality and comfort.

[@YZFoFittie]

Wait wut? You say a knife on the shoulder strap occludes mag pouches, but you put a full size pistol right above and thats not a problem? EL OH EL

[@fishlanding]

Professor Nutman: once again another great video... how do you do it? My father introduced me to rifles when I was 9, and my grandfather gave me his Springfield model 1903 rifle that I hung in my bedroom as a kid, still have it.

[@Motologist95]

@nutnfancy Yea well, practice what you preach, which is one of the reasons I really like TNP. I've never heard Nutn say something is garbage without a good explanation. Keep up the good work!

[@fartx211]

Any chance of a review of that FS2000 i saw? How's the reliability on that? Weve all heard stories of its daintiness, but it would be good to see it in person

[@phantomlordspb]

Great review, honest thoughts. Straight up about a lot of topics! Subscribed

[@arbilois]

@3:58. what is the round plastic thing called where the pistol holster fasten to? What holster platform is that?

[@MaiaCoimbra]

i like your review because you are realistic, good job, congratulations

[@maxrocks19]

could you please drop anotations on guns and sights used in the different clips you through in. -thanks for the great vids nutnfancy MJB

[@chokapikeuh]

Hey, nice vid's. Few times you show a "true spec" chets rig, can you tell me what's the brand name of this true spec product?

[@metalchocobo410]

nice review! makes me feel good that i got this vest a few months back

[@joshhaffenbredl6801]

Heyo Nutn! ***I "think" the snaps on the bottom of the rig allow u to actually fold that small bit up to the other snaps that are about an inch or so above it, so it actually eliminates a row of molle at the bottom. This i assume would help with shorter torso people, make it a slightly smaller profile and/or others who want a belt underneath it.*** Not sure if someone or yourself mentioned this. Thoughts about that small "addition"? Best "REAL WORLD" gear reviewer i've seen yet!

[@MatthewRyanBJJ]

Very informative I am planning on looking at this rig tomorrow for Airsoft .. thinking about getting it tomorrow .. kind of on a budget thinking about getting triple stacker m4 see how it goes

[@albi131]

I hope Nutn will put that video with Yebache talking about Magpul sling!

[@drew2r]

Have you looked at the Pantac chest rig at all. very similar to the Condor one but they use, at least to my knowledge an experience, UTX buckles and licensed CORDURA fabric. quality is outstanding but the price is about $50 more, which is kind of a downer.

[@survivalairgunner]

just in time! i bought their cross draw vest yesterday

[@BitFox]

on the subject of those smaller pockets on the chest, I'd love to stick my gerber clutch in one of those

[@DonCurrier]

@TNPviewer I went with a plate carrier because I like having my mag pouches on the sides instead of in front of me. Especially when prone. I can't hold as many utility pouches but can carry 300 rounds in mag pouches. As long as I can carry my trauma pack, binoculars, flashlight and a little food I'm good to go. The vest can carry more pouches though. I guess that;s why i am keeping the vest too.

[@Maffo92]

Nutn i was wondering, you realy like Serpa's and we see that you often use them, but why have you never done a review off them?

[@tjs0110]

@giovanniboydbonanno If you have a little more money lying around you could spring for a tactical tailor chest rig, they're very nicely constructed and very modular, but they do run on the expensive side. Alternatively you could just look for a chest rig of some sort, because a chest rig is little more adjustable than a vest. You could also remove the buckles from the condor sides, use a hand rivet tool to rivet in some holes where the buckles were, and run paracord that you can just cinch down

[@MattPictures13]

yeah, I agree on most of your review, but I'd rather buy a Pantac Plate Carrier. Its 1000D Cordura instead of 500D. Yes it is a lot more expensive, but worth every penny. by the way, I noticed your SERPA holster, does the gun have to be full sized to fit in the holster? I'm buying a Desert warrior 4.3 1911, but it has the 4.3 instead of the regular 5.1 inch. I'm not sure if it'll fit or not. and thank you for making the point about "tactical gurus".

[@TheBgcheez]

@bucki58 - they have a couple different designs of this vest i.e. with and without magazine pouches. They are having a sale on their mag pouches at the moment. Having bought 5 of them I can tell you each hold 2 30 rnd. Tapco mags or 25 shotgun shells or 80 rounds (still in the box 7.62x39mm) shells. Placing the pouches on the other vest Opsgear has worked great.

[@iTek42]

Hey nutn.. How do those secure tabs over the rifle mags working for ya? I'm a soldier and I always carry 8 fully loaded M4 mags on my person at all times and I'm currently using the snap-over button pouches. Looking at purchasing those elastic pull tabs to secure the mags but wasn't sure if they were good quality or worth the money.

[@Jimthemedic]

Hi nutn, great vid. I think those flat 'concealed' pockets could be used for small medical items such as a field dressing or the excellent SWAT-Tourniquet. Keep it up!

[@jdizzy01]

yes they are. though i doubt they are compatible with Eagle back plates

[@nutnfancy]

@1stOPFOR Good comment, thanks.

[@shawnr2469]

At the beginning he showed another vest that was at the same price point, what was it?

[@murph9935]

I run a black one of these as my CQB airsoft rig, and I must say, I love it. The stitching is kinda "meh", but it's really comfortable, the MOLLE is decent, and it holds all my crap really well (6 MP5 mags, 2 M93R mags, shotshell pouch, couple 'nades, and various junk in my admin pouch). And it was only $40.

[@highonimmi]

@highonimmi ime sorry...tnp team. i was looking at finding some type of rig for an sks with stripper clip instead of magazine. i found a deluxe rifle chest harness with 10 large pockets - Each holds up to (2) SKS 5rd mags or (2) 10rd stripper clips, or 10-18rds of rifle ammo. i guess that will do for now. but, trying to find anything resembling a decent tactical molle supported pouch for 7.62 x 39 stripper clip style ammo approach is a tad disheartening. thanks again for all u do.

[@dsadiesel]

Murphy's law, you're jack balled lmao. good review man, thumbs up.

[@jamesharper8373]

Hey guys, I'd like to be clear. This is the MCR-1 correct? I'd like to order one and just want to be sure I know the correct model. Thanks

[@prandg0]

Hey lucashaus, I think this is what your looking for, it's a Blackhawk Serpa platform ambidextrous. Have a good one!

[@Remaagen]

Nutnfancy, Can U or do U have a review on the BlackHawk Enhanced Commando Recon Harness?

[@lucashaus9129]

Hey Veri or Nutn'... What is the plastic/kydex chest rig you use for horizontal pistol attachment to the chest in the molle strapping? I have been googling all kinds of stupid words trying to find it because I don't know what to call it! It is driving me nutzs! Please let me know if you can.