Condor Modular Plate Carrier: "All Day Armor" by Nutnfancy

[@dawgwiddaglasses]

People give Condor too much shit. Especially for the price, they produce some pretty good products. I've owned four Condor plate carriers (three MOPC's, one quick release) and they've all held together well. If you're on a budget or looking to not spend too much cash, Condor is the brand for you. I promise it won't disappoint.

[@SierraSpartan713]

Agree here. Using Warrior Assault Systems together with Condor and not really see much difference in the price and quality area. Can't say not much negative about Condor, especially for the quality for such low price... great.

[@justinwoolee]

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[@GivenAlias]

Before I stumbled onto your knife reviews and checked out some over videos from you I couldn't have cared less about gun ownership or tactical gear but now I'm constantly on the look out for your vids and researching guns and saving up for this kind of gear. Total appreciation for sharing some knowledge.

[@Thebetterjesse]

I've used this vest for a couple years and it works great. It's been through just about anything you could imagine. I was hesitant at first due to the price tag, but after a lot of wear and tear, it has held up great. Its only downfall are the plastic buckles that connect the shoulder straps. After two years of lugging around level 4 plates, side plates, water, comms, and ammo they finally gave way. It's a problem quickly remedied by a couple D rings. Overall, I'd recommend this vest to anyone.

[@walperstyle]

So I go and I buy this Condor stuff, start looking on the internet.... find a bunch of Airsoft people, get all discouraged. Then I remember, check with my man. Nuttin pulls through again. Now I won't trash all this condor stuff I got. Thanks mr Fancy.

[@walperstyle]

Oh then I should update. Level 4 plates fit just fine, and still no rips and tears. Are you 102nd?

[@xjetpilot]

Just purchased one of these plate carriers for $64.99 from a West Coast vendor and honestly, for the money, you just can't beat the value. If I was in a combat theater, then I might opt for a London Bridge or Mayflower PC, but as a civilian, this should hold up fine for my use. As Nutn stated, consider your POU. Great review my friend, thank you.

[@nutnfancy]

@flex221 Hey bud, thanks for watching. S&W knives are very high value, generally use 440C, and give good service. I only find a few of their designs attractive however; most have wierd grinds and are too heavy. Your mileage may vary.

[@nutnfancy]

@excxflyr Good question and I think the material in the non-MC versions would be lower quality vinyl-covered nylon. However I have not confirmed this. It will still will be a good PC but the weight will be higher. For reference, the TacForce Crossdraw vest I like is also vinyl-covered Cordura too. Ask PFIDude to check because he has those other colors in the shop I think.

[@DJlobo702]

I'm running a Condor MOPC in Multicam, with a Condor MA55 triple-k mag pouch on either side, a rangefinder/battery pouch on the upper chest, two MA51 double-k pouches on the stomach, as well as a drop-leg on either side, on right an MA1 platform with my holster and 3 pistol mags hooked to it, and on my left a 6 AR mag holder, both in coyote tan. Not done fine-tuning the rig but for as much as it carries it feels light and secure. Agreed, excellent product, Nutnfancy!

[@ONLY_FXRS]

I just ordered the multicam condor mopc and front and back Spartan armor level III ar500 curved plates. I still need a couple things before it's all set up how I want but so far I'm very happy with it.

[@KiwiIngenuity1]

Nutn, you said you wanted to try ALL the vest and pull the best in for the TNPers, at that point I realized the magnitude of TNP in relation to other reviewers. I cant believe how much kit you actually review, and I dont get how you afford it, Big ups to you and the crew Nutn, its unbelievable. If anythings worth buying, we know about it. All the best!

[@thefrozenhawaiian]

kind of random but what really jumped out at me in this video is in the beginning when you roll into the grass you really can get a sense of how well multicam works in this type of environment.

[@nutnfancy]

@StrivingForSurvival Yes, quality difference in the MC as noted are better fabric. The rest should be the same. The increased price of the MC version is due to the higher quality fabric and the licensing fee that has to be paid to Crye.

[@duragezic]

Excellent job, nutn. That vest really seems to get a lot of things right. Of course I've noticed it for a long time, but for some reason this video seemed to really show me how hard you work and how dedicated you are to helping us all out. Thanks!

[@dclarksbr]

After much research, I decided to get this vest. Then, after seeing one of your vids and noticed you were wearing it, I searched and you had indeed done a review. This review was SO helpful and solidified my choice for the MOPC! Thanks for all of your reviews! I've also sent an email to CTD asking them to get you a coupon code! Thanks again!

[@atarparker]

The only thing Ive ever used the map pocket for is to hold a water bottle when entering/exiting helos. At the pads, there is usually water, which is not to be wasted. Obviously while the rotors are turning, you need everything on your person to be secured. So, I (and many others) often pop that bad boy open and slide the water bottle in there. It holds it quite tightly (can adjust with squeezing the bottle and tightening the cap back on if need be) and is very convenient. Pro tip: While waiting on your exfil, put the bottle in your map pocket and your sunglasses in the upper right MOLLE looping of your vest. You can rest your phone on the cap of the bottle with the screen facing upwards. The edge of your phone can slide into the nose arch of your glasses and it works really well to watch videos if you end up on WX hold. Which often happens. Fixed wings dont have nearly as much of an issue flying through WX as rotary aircraft do.

[@CircleWilliams]

From what I saw, the best Condor gear is in Multicam (it's also the reason in the price jump between this and the "other" coloros for the MOPC) due to the Crye mandate keeping their standard and their reputation. Any body else notice this?

[@nutnfancy]

@SaVaGeEwOk87 Good question. Run armor plates or not: I say light is better and that's why I go with soft armor. Everyone I've seen run heavy armor in our RNGuns tuckers out VERY quickly and they fail. I would not run side armor plates usually. But when the rounds are for sure flying your way, the weight will have to be carried. Witness Afghanistan house to house. I'm taking armor there, side, front, groin.

[@nutnfancy]

@Eslamizar Thank you my friend and yes I always dig the flybys...done a few myself over the years too ;-). For larger dudes I have a real high value option I will review soon, about $50. Thanks for watching.

[@nutnfancy]

@M5Beast For WROL color, go with black. It has an authority to it.

[@85Decoy85]

@ALJR223 i have also thought abt that problem. but if u have any small pouches that u dun really need access to in a instant.. u can simply put them on the molle where u want it to stop.. i found that it not only keeps it centered but it also helps u align the velcro to the pad in the front..

[@theunwitness]

Been running this rig for over a year now. Zero complaints.

[@nutnfancy]

@jordantheok In pure prone yes that holster will scrape the ground. In rollover prone no. Every holster has disadvantages however.

[@winkdogydog101]

I got this vest like 2 days after seeing this review and it holds up great. I personally will say I use this much harder then nuntn does. He takes better care then I do. And the only part that is wearing is the top 1000 cor dura lining at the very top were my sling attaches and its a little bit of wear. The multicam coloring holds up great Ive hand washed my vest over 20-30 times to clean it off and multicam has no fades or or anything along those lines. A very solid vest.

[@nutnfancy]

@cadrician Thank you. On gear I really dig, I will spend hours in editing like here. I show the testing of the gear whenever possible then and it makes the video more interesting. That MOPC was worn and used for all shooting shown in the intro. Works great, you will like the MOPC I think.

[@unwantedscrub]

Yoooooo. Is that Sootch in the middle there @ 4:49 ?

[@ParrotEater]

+Youalready know Fuck yeah aenima

[@Jason1087870]

I think it's called a G-Code attachment. You can place these attachments on different parts of your molle and if you want to move your holster there, you can quick detach it and insert it to the G-Code. If my explanation was a bit vague, try looking up G-code holsters.

[@biggin2155]

it's be interesting to see a highlight reel of all the guns that are in or have gone through the project

[@nutnfancy]

@IVSpod I'm with you, I don't know if I'd coat a WASR...maybe spray paint eh?

[@Longrstroke]

Just ordered one of these Condor MOPC's and the coupon code kept me under a bill! Thanks for the review, your efforts are appreciated! Keep up the good work!

[@Kylef7735]

@hex304 Thats an Arsenal SGL-31 (Previously reviewed in the Nutnfancy project) it is a variant of the 74

[@winkdogydog101]

I understand a lot has changed since this video but I have a few US made vest and double is a huge understatement. Seeing how this vest is 70-90 now shipped I mean US is easily more around 4 times for and = vest.

[@VSO_Gun_Channel]

Any soft armor inserts for us civilians? I really don't want to have my military guys get it for me.

[@Jrsydevil7]

I took the bungee cords off of my condor trpl stacker mag pouches and tied them around the back in conjunction with the crappy elastic straps. My side cumberbunds for some reason came upside down...? I've got it pretty much set up and too lazy to mess with it and fix it. I made 2 handles out of 550 cord and electrical tape to make it easier to take off. I also put a condor single mag pouch under my trpl mag pouches for my Ka-Bar 550 corded to it with an upside down trpl pistol mag pouch on top.

[@nutnfancy]

@AJBuwalda "Are you yourself a veteran?" Yes 20 years, retiring very soon actually. Turned down the Squadron Commander job so I can do TNP actually...no joke.

[@idanksicard]

Was actually looking at plate carriers today to get myself for a little birthday present. Came across this and was a little skeptical due to the value. Safe to say that i think you just saved me about $200. Another great review, thanks!

[@MrSKSkill]

Right on Brother! I am the happy owner of one year operating in a Condor plate carrier because of this video!

[@elliottmazur143]

Protip: saw a Marine (RIP) adjust his Eagle Industries PC by corseting the molle on the side panel to the back panel molle with paracord, so the cummerbund didn't overstretch and to get more adjustment out of the vest (I'm smaller in the waist, so I would know...)

[@jimmystikx]

I have a coyote one, I have to use a different cumberbund for the side rifle plates I have. If I end up getting smaller side sapi's I might go back to the oem one.

[@Slipknot2RIP]

TAG has the rampage plate carrier for 180 and it has many color choices, mesh, 1000d cordura but somehow they kept it light very nice for the price i recommend looking at it

[@typegfx]

yes it is. and the new ones have internal straps if you dont want to run the cummerbund

[@Makemydayoutdoors]

Speaking of a long term testing... boddy of mine used this vest in iraque for over nine month beating the crap out of it.....

[@LANPOCALYPSE]

pvas3102 And...

[@josh5528]

what happened?

[@NyxNyte]

@hex304 It would technically be more of a '47 in that it's a 7.62x39 caliber. However the Arsenal's use a 74 style with the 74 style muzzle brake and thinner profiled barrel so it can be a little confusing.

[@LordAtrocities]

Also Just love the area you do your shooting videos in. Can you give us some back ground on the location?

[@USpatriot741776]

Well then I think the best thing you could use is a plate carrier for sure. If you're looking for something for limited use the condor plate carrier here will work fine. As you want more from your system you will need to upgrade it. Anything specific about a carrier you want to know?

[@adaman04]

For guys that didn't read the description, this is the Modular OPERATOR Plate Carrier hence "MOPC". Condor also has a standard Modular Plate Carrier (MPC) which is slightly different. Just want to make sure everyone gets the right thing from Santa! :0) Great vid Nutnfancy.

[@thanoscar]

I've been looking at the Camelbak Delta 5 Tec Vest. If you can find time to review it, that would be sweet. Thanks, Jacob.

[@cklopfenstein]

Hey nutn, FYI, Condor DOES make a QR system with the model number QPC-008. Loved your review. I bought mine about 9 months ago and absolutely LOVE it.

[@Conan568]

Nice country Guy's. That's a nice bonus of yer vids Nutin, awesome scenery. We are both very fortunate to live in such pretty country.

[@rickpayne90]

I just thought of something that might be kinda cool. could you take one of the soft ballistic plates for the side panel and put it in the map pocket and then just carry a ballistic plate in the armor section and kinda layer up? Just a brief thought...seeings how its not being used as a map pouch.

[@Kill3rGr1zzly]

Love your videos. It's nice to see somebody doing this who's not a tactical elitist. My brother used to have one of these and I honestly thought it was wonderful. It feels as though you aren't even wearing it. Plus(as you said), for $80 how can you turn down a full MultiCam plate carrier with MultiCam PALS webbing? A rig doesn't need to be $600 to be effective.

[@skibum1610]

Hey nutnfancy i still use mine for airsofting and a carry quite a bit of wright. I noticed the old shoulder pads were big, bulky, and not comfortable. I found some eagle industries shoulder pads on amazon for like $3!!! Just got them today and they work great! Way more padding and it spreads the weight out a lot more, so much more comfortable!!!

[@justinwoolee]

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[@skibum1610]

Leslie S www.amazon.com/Eagle-Industries-Scalable-Removable-Shoulder/dp/B00AT2X3F8/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1422885006&sr=8-5&keywords=eagle+shoulder+pads

[@MaxParker22]

I have the same condor vest, plus the kangaroo mag pouches. I got 2 of them that each have 3 on them so I cut 1 off of the otherset. Havn't used em much but they seem pretty good.

[@acegaming6758]

I own this in Coyote Brown and love it. It's comfortable, lightweight, and just a good option in general. It goes with desert MARPAT and woodland MARPAT ( have both from a local surplus store that sells real Marine ones but i use my dad's woodlands from the marines because he served and it looks fine)

[@d.l.hemmingway3834]

This plate carrier looks to be a good LBE system. I wonder if any of your TNP personnel have tried using Olongapo mag pouches on their rigs? I shoot an M1 Garand and Olongapo makes their pouches with the Tactical Tailor Malice Clips rather than making them with the MOLLE/ PALs strapping. I just want to know how well the Malice Clips hold.

[@GrahamBartle]

I love the "Gunships" at the end. Looks like nutn might have found this high desert spot while on the job. Put this rig on my Santa list a month ago, watch the prices because the price spread is huge, just like a Esee Rat 6 that I put on that list with price swings between 89.00 and 208.00. shop around. I went with OD green to save a couple bucks, should still look good with multi cam clothes.

[@moicus29]

@Aimstraight762 the idea of a plate carrier is that is just a nylon bag for the real protective armor of your choice, although as the title suggests most would opt for hard rifle plate--probably stand alone variety. if it had any kind of actual ballistic protection on its own it would cost several hundred dollars more, and it would have ballistic specs listed with it: roman numerals and/or letters. if you want somthing to stop pistol rounds you need a bullet resistant vest, rifle rounds-plate

[@uncleben03]

Nutn, I got one of these plus the Kangaroo pouch and some other pouches for PD work for my b-day. Just wanted to update you and let you know that the MOLLE straps on the Kangaroo pouch seem to have been tightened up, fits the vest perfect with no play in the straps like you had experienced and had to sew to fix.

[@MultiMrNoone]

A little of all i would say. Good general protection, with adding some ammo and equipment carrying capacity. A general use deal.

[@redneckoperations8190]

Had either this or the gunner PC in UCP a few months ago. It didn't fit right, but fit my 6'+ brother just fine. Looking at getting this in OD for my WROL kit.

[@nutnfancy]

@cokeslo Great input, thank you! Good hear hear your MOPC is serving well.

[@SumDuDe34]

My computer can't handle this much Nutnfancy awesomeness so i have to switch over to 240p. When you upload another hike video and i try to watch it, my PC will probably explode from awesomeness overload. :D

[@MrLedFarmer0331]

I wish I had a big desert to have fun in! I am so jealous! I am going to go shooting next weekend with some Marine buddies. All of them gun nuts like me! I will keep you posted! Have fun, be safe.

[@berger0424]

I have the same PC in black. Everything you (nutnfancy) said is absolutely correct. I use it for airsoft, and it i've hit the ground plenty of times with. For its price, it's a great piece of gear. On mine I have all Condor pouches as well, just as good quality. Overall a great piece, definitly worth the money.

[@Cobrey92]

TAG has a multicam plate carrier for $140. Made in the US too. No mesh though. I'd really like to see a review on it.

[@RTCalibre]

I like everything but the car and bike videos. Gunstore videos have been my favorite. Even when there are many gun reviews on a gun I check to see if you made a review first, I like your extensive reviewing while many other reviews are just open box reviews.

[@BrendanMichael]

@lassepdsn youre off a bit on your opinion of the drag handle. I had no problems with it and my guys have used it several times. I threw a buddy in my unit ito the vest. He weighs 225 w/o gear so you can add that in if you wish. I drug him across a grass field with plenty of holes and dirt spots in the way. No problems. I agree with your mesh comment. My IOTV is laced with the stuff and I just dont notice a difference. All is seems to be good for is to air out after you sweat through it.

[@Drumming-Life]

I absolutely love your videos, Nutn. Thank you for ALWAYS providing such in-depth reviews. I always reference your videos for analysis of products that I am thinking about buying. Kudos to The Nutnfancy Project. Job well done! 2 thumbs up.

[@hakaduka]

This stuff can be found at Airsoft GI also, they call it "OE Tech" in some cases but the manufacturer is definitely Condor. My local Army/Navy carries the full line and it's pretty impressive/well built stuff, especially for the $.

[@atilliar]

Thanks Nutn! I just ordered this along with some level 3 plates from AR500! Awesome value!

[@Ralffart]

I was woundering how you felt about Multi Caming an AR. To me I'm worried about lossing Value on the Gun, Ware of the Finish. I will Keep the Gun For life. I love the Multi Cam, it works! I bought all new Camo, Loadout Gear, Boots and so on in Multi Cam. I just debating on Dura Coating a Rifle and would like to hear your opinion Nutn'.

[@bclomera]

For the front built in map pouch condor has may inserts

[@rammeish]

That front map pouch that you said you didn't know what you would put in there is actually where you could put a LBT (which this vest is a copy of) triple magazine pouch. Condor makes one and it's only like $20.

[@stephancarlton6050]

you should do a comparison of the condor MOPC V.S. the condor Cyclone

[@JoeDurobot]

@Verilioness lol glad you like the idea. Now that Nutn is an advanced duracoater I think he has the skills to duracoat a full scale chopper and make it look even cooler than the original.

[@beloved_lover]

Damn... I didn't even notice that the Molle-webbing ain't perfect... Though my Condor Quick Release Plate Carrier seems to have very few noticeable "channels" that are bit smaller than others... But maybe OD makes it easier to stich, multicam blends so well on anything ;) Great review as always...

[@willoswalt6068]

Great review. I had 2 but upgraded to the tag banshee and then to a crye jpc. But everyone has to start somewhere and that is a great rig to get. Expecally if u want a cheap multicam rig like u said.

[@Killdnaction0]

What about TMC (The Manchurian Candidate) 1000D Cordura Operators Plate Carrier. I believe its only $99.30 and comes with 7 Additional Molle Pouches as well.

[@MustyYeti]

What are the chances? I just bought the Condor Quick Release Plate Carrier from USCav, decorated in Multicam, a couple days before your video was uploaded. It's good to see I made a good choice with Condor. Along with the Plate Carrier I also bought 3 individual m4 mag puches, 2 individual pistol mag pouches, Serpas CQC molle platform, and custom name tapes. I can't wait to get them in the mail. I'll definitely upload a video as soon as I get everything. Great Review as usual.

[@norcalhermit8952]

Will you be reviewing Condor's new made in America "Cyclone Plate Carrier"?

[@Spud434]

Love the reviews dude. This thing jumped to $129 and now they're around $109. Bout to get one while I can as everyone just got them back in stock. Pouches and DKX plates are next on the list.

[@id10tek]

Looking for carriers I noticed Condor doesn't offer a size range in the models I saw. Went with the (more expensive) Blackhawk.

[@BitFox]

Hey as far as movies go, Blackhawk LBE Vests are starting to appear in movies.... without pouches, I think they're supposed to look "bullet proof".. but its a start!

[@pecostx1951]

Hey Nutn', you mentioned reversing the buckles on the shoulder straps, how did you do that? Did you have to cut and resew the straps?

[@gkunkle9]

I am glad to see that you aren't too proud to fall down in front of 100k viewers. That is refreshing.

[@kymidnight]

It will take the 10x13 standard large SAPI plates I have, (not xlarge though) as well as 10x12 plates like the ones from thetargetman or ar500 armor

[@gREEn7o0]

I actually LOL'd sooo hard at the intro... Then the outro, my jaw dropped and I was speechless all I could say was "dude, Sick!" Another great review and vid man, thank-you..

[@Q5Grafx]

look around this can be found as low as $45. I bought one in black and coyote tan. it holds my patriot plates excellent. so it was around $300 for spall coated 4 plate set and 2 MOPC carriers. so it would have been about $325 with one of the MOPCs in multicam

[@perkele311]

I never really considered the option of purchasing any type of ballistic vest. But shooting ARs and AKs it would be kinda nice to reduce my walks back to the bench. Also with how many new shooters I teach. It could actually see some real use.

[@predator1117]

Used one over the shitty issue KDH carrier. They work well. Only bad point is the side flaps will not close with side plates.

[@bcivic88racer]

Hey Nutn when are you going to do the tact Kilt review we see at 4:55 Props to that guy

[@ArmedVegan]

Great review! Love the music and the beginning/end. For the price, I definitely will pick one up to supplement my 5.11 LBE rig. Very cool flyby. Nutn working his connections.... thanks for posting!

[@nutnfancy]

@Angyal269 @TheDishD Signal is my own and it means ROCK ON! And some armor is better than none is the philosophy. Running around with 16 pounds of armor plate will bring understanding. Add in another 8 lbs ammo, 2 lbs knife/tool, 3 lbs water, 2 lbs 1st aid kit, etc and you'll have your 50 pound DL 3 loadout. It's a lot. DishD is right: in many situations I foresee, pistol rounds will predominate.

[@nutnfancy]

@karlis1989 The info in my 2008 video on armor plates I think is still righteous and I've seen no meaningful change in the market. I'm waiting for a 3 lbs Class IV stand alone, composite rifle plate with multiple hit capability; I ain't seen it. Also I'm not the armor plate expert, I just know the key concepts that apply to the systems I discuss. Getting them for review is very tough. If I find improved technology I will cover it.

[@dillon157]

I love the integration of these military pictures that guys sent in. Great review, too, Nutn. Thanks for another great video!

[@CIVISHEEPDOG420]

Goes to show how important weight management is when putting together your loadout. Cinching up the shoulder straps a little should take care of exposing your vitals.

[@excxflyr]

Nutn nice review, have you noticed if the other coloration's of the carrier are of the same quality as the multicam version. I say this since you mentioned the multicam folks have high standards for the material. I am fearful that condor may spec a lesser quality material for the non multicam version? I am in the Northeast and would opt for another color OD? Nice jump at the end!

[@ALJR223]

@85Decoy85 Yeah, and then the part where the fabric is of the web gear is designed to stop itself from sliding back and forth is kinda lost, but cause its now pushed into the holding area and there is nothing to really keep it centered.

[@jimbomsx]

Thanks for the 240p resolution! The internet at VBC takes forever to buffer.

[@wandagner6089]

Just got the ATACS-AU Condor carrier from AR-500 Armor with steel armor and I am impressed with it. This is my first plate carrier system and it was under $300. I really think it was a great deal and the quality seems excellent. I'd recommend it to others.

[@justinwoolee]

=)> Tyrants Set To Ban Body Armor With Bill H.R. 5344

[@nutnfancy]

@VFRSTREETFIGHTER California Custom brand pistol mag case bought at Brownells. I think firearmsproDOTcom has them too. They rock and I use them for knives as well.