Kore Battle Belt Unboxing and Setup

The Battle Belt has been an essential piece of gear for many years with little innovation... until now. KORE has changed it up with their latest version of the two piece belt with a simple design minimizing the bulk behind their ratcheting buckle. I love it and plan to continue to use this belt going forward. If you're in the market for a battle belt, go to www.glockstore.com and search the product number "5400".
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[@jayhall3968]

I have nothing but good things to say about this Kore battle belt setup. I work as a commissioned security officer and have been wearing this belt for 12 to 15 hours a day when I'm working. Keep in mind I have tried most of the competition and to be honest none of them hold a candle to this Kore system. I am just glad I found it.

[@nicholasjones9562]

I'm a SWAT quartermaster, Sniper TL, and competitor, I've had the luxury to try out many products and other battle belt, but the Kore battle belt is by far my favorite. The ratcheting system makes for easy adjustment whether sitting or running and gunning. The hook and loop has never failed me or caused an issue with drawing my side arm, mags, or cuffs. Bottom line- Kore makes an awesome product.

[@matthew.tamasco]

I have a few early Kore models. One for dress, one for the range. They are amazing. Stiff and very adjustable. Love that they now have a duty style belt!

[@nixon7880]

Been running battle belts for 18 years over my LE career and the Kore version is by far the best one I've ever had and don't plan on using anything else. Adjusts easily and quickly. The adjustments come in handy between winter and summer when layering is needed. It's sturdy and supports all of my equipment nicely. The under belt is awesome too. Now they need to make a black basket weave duty belt! G. Frey

[@wldktz1]

The basketweave and flatline 2.25” belt is coming! It was hinted at on their website in February. Should be the end of April or beginning of May.

[@gryphon1911]

Ok, not going to lie or try and be something I’m not. I’ve never served in the military. I do however believe in training and being prepared. I wanted a quality battle belt that I can use for responding to incidents within my residence or SHTF scenario. Not having battle belt experience I did a lot of research. I do have KORE belt experience and knew that I liked that. I am able to setup this belt with my pistol on the right side, combat knife right behind. Got my pistol and rifle mag holders on the left with a dump pouch and IFAK on the right side back(5 o’clock position). Easy to get on and into action as needed, comfortable to wear for extended periods. Holds my full load out with ease. I would also highly recommend this to others in need of such a belt.

[@michaelslisher4652]

I don't have the Battle Belt, but I've been wearing a Kore EDC belt for a couple years now and won't go back to a normal belt with holes and buckles to carry a CCW. Ever.

[@abolishtheatfandrepealthen6963]

Same here

[@frankcampisi6031]

I just ordered my EDC BELT,coming Saturday do you still feel the same way about the belt ?

[@jonathanvelez4385]

I feel the same. 2 years with mine and still perfect.

[@p99shooter]

Same here… wore my nylon gray EDC belt nearly every day for three years.. the material is starting to get a little frayed on the edges of the belt where it rubs on the front belt loops. Time to replace it, and pick up a black leather one for fancy occasions. And I must concur with OP… I will NEVER wear a trad belt ever again. This design is genius 👍🏽

[@pu8855]

I use the Kore battle belt as my daily police duty belt - and there is nothing to complain about! I it has everthing what I personally was looking for long time! A Slim belt - stiff and rigid so the pouches, holsters and other stuff fit and hold tight without jerking around. Works great with the innerbelt which prevents additionally any movement. Perfect size adjustments are easily be done one handed even you sit in the car. The belt hanger is als working very fine and holds the weight without any troubles in the locker. All in all - the way how a duty belt kit should be!

[@DougCaldwell]

Thank you, Larry. Well done demo and chat how to measure twice, cut once with Kore instructions. I have worn two different types of Kore EDC belts since 2019 and they are the best of many types of belts I have worn over the years. Their EDC belts have excellent workmanship and design and this battle belt certainly holds up everything. I just wish I hadn't bought another brand years ago with the same idea of inner/outer belts; not so easy to make micro-adjustments, no compensation for buckle bulge, no Molle straps to reduce amount of material between belts. I also like that the inner belt is 1.5" wide which fits most male trousers and outer belt is wider at 1.75. Kore web site says that the belt can hold up to 20lbs. My heavier EDC belt can hold a lot just not that much. If I get a Kore battle belt (thinking anniversary/birthday/Christmas present to self) nice to know I can shop GlockStore for holster/mag pouches. Do you have pouch to hold AR-15 pattern mags on this belt?

[@joehaze]

Got one in Feb as a gift from my dad and this belt is ROCK SOLID!! Best battle belt I ever had (I've owned 3 over 10 years). You cant humanly pull it off your waist unless you activate the release lever. Its stiff enough to hold anything you put on it and best of all you can adjust the fit while you walk and never unbuckle.What other battle belt can say that? NONE.

[@mnaanep]

Hi Lenny my overall experience using this kore battle belt was awesome. it makes a great replacement for a duty belt. I love the adjustments you can make with the belt,.very confortable.

[@edwardmatt7387]

Only used this belt a few days to instruct a rifle/pistol class. It was the first time I didn’t spend half the day pulling my belt up. I have been using a Ronan belt for years but I have never liked it because it wouldn’t adjust tight enough and stay. The kore is so easy to adjust and it doesn’t get loose and try pulling my pants down even with 2 pistol mag 2 rifle mags and Glock 17.

[@jonathansevert8400]

I have one of the first kore belts! Still going awesome after a few years. I've been looking at replacing it. My current battle belt is an old Blackhawk dual inner and outer system. Recently upgraded to a 5.11 I have set up yet. I need a new work belt and the new Kore belts look great.

[@SantosGunworks]

I use the Kore battle belt as a duty belt for LE. Hands down the best duty belt I’ve seen and used. Several of my co-workers have switched out to this belt also.

[@mantiscity]

You always do a great job. Keep it up.

[@jaketravels]

About 10 officers incl myself in the precinct now wear this belt on duty. The fact that you can easily loosen it in your squad car without undoing the buckle and playing with velcro is a big benefit and step toward comfort.

[@mostlikelywedoitservices6926]

I own the Kore pants belt for holsters. Had about 3 years now. I wear belts out from sweat and stretching, belt curling over and sagging. The Kore with the ratchet lock is the best belt I have ever owned. And when I put on a holster, it holds the holster rock steady. If I am wearing pants I am wearing the Kore 7 days a week.

[@DanNguyen-bu5xl]

Super informative. Thanks for taking the time to do a step by step !

[@glockstore]

HEY! Thanks for watching! Do you own a battle belt?

[@michaelslisher4652]

Yes. Tacticon Battle Belt with (clockwise from center): CAT7 TQ in a NAR holder, Safariland holster with G19.5 Glock, ESEE Izula fixed blade knife, IFAK with another CAT7 TQ, dump pouch, single AR mag pouch, double Glock mag pouch, and a pair of Mechanix M-Pact gloves on a Grimloc carabiner all held together with a Cobra buckle.

[@mattstone6989]

Yes sir. HSGI belt with taco pouches and g code pouches

[@jayhall3968]

Yes I do!

[@Cormano980]

I own a black belt

[@bennycarrys]

Lenny you sold me on these. Bought a coyote color model last month, set it up (easy) and participated in the tactical games with it. It performed like no other.The best feature is the fit adjustment method so you can change the tautness. Never had that before. AND its really well made and stitched well.Thanks for the recommendation.

[@Themoneymaker0129]

This is a better video on how to set this belt up than Kore puts out. Thank you Lenny! Lol

[@momwhoedc]

Thank you Lenny - I'll be doing this later today (Just ordered my belt)

[@traymartin7784]

Kore does it smart. I actually met several of these guys at shot show this past year and they know there stuff. They gave me a demo on this belt and I was impressed that they were able to improve upon an age old belt.

[@thealientrader5624]

The Kore battle belt is hardcore! I have tried so many different types of gun belts, from the traditional leather of several types to double thick glued-up scuba webbing and the marriage of leather and scuba webbing. There is no 1.75” belt out there that equals the Kore battle belt. The incremental adjustment track is genius. There is only one thing that could make it better and that is if they would make a full 2-inch version.

[@Justinofficial90]

saw this video, bought one and love it!! Its FANTASTIC!! Thanks Lenny for the tip.

[@medicchester]

Great video Lenny.

[@richardclark9609]

I do not own one yet but can see that I will in the near future. It looks like a solid well made belt. I also see other uses for a belt like this.

[@douglasphillips24]

Love my More EDC belts 3 EDC & 1 leather but for range trips or training really need one of the Kore battle belt to set up & leave in safe until I need it . Also would be great for emergency shtf quick go too set up.

[@maxcollins7876]

Hey Dano this belt is rock solid. You cant just peel it off. Its annoying when people comment on products they have no experience with. I have 2 in coyote and black colors and not only are they highly adjustable but also rock frickin solid!!

[@Omar19838]

Wow these are super nice and adjustable. iI you spend time at the range like I do this is an upgrade.

[@tiredpop8229]

Just got my Glock19 slide back from the Tenn shop with the cut/optic combo and co-witness sights on the 9th and today the 10th, they have a $50 discount available….. 🤬. Oh well Cheers all. And it does look awesome, trying it out on the weekend

[@sigboyguns_andmore3648]

Kore is the best belt I have ever bought, great quality and for my opinion the best belt out rhere🔥👌🏿

[@efreutel]

Great presentation!👍👍👍🤠

[@rickwhitson8471]

Like your informative segments. I went down the sig path . Otherwise I would have be a Glock guy. I did call and you haven’t got your milling machines ready for an optic cut on a Sig. I am subscribed and I will do business with your Company. I live in east TN and will visit someday. Glad you moved to TN!

[@CarolinaFarming]

It's amazing how well this guy presents topics. He explains things simply but thoroughly and at a perfect pace that lets things sink in. Have you been professionally trained to give presentations or just learn it on the job?

[@DaveSmith-cp5kj]

He used to be the big gun guy decades ago. Like almost every VHS tape about guns had him on it.

[@gobucs3146]

I have some Kore regular pant belts. I have a G Code “battle belt”. It has the Velcro inside belt and also a rough textured material you can stick to the Velcro on the main belt and wear it without having to tuck in your shit. The rough texture keeps it in place. I prefer that method. Would work here too.

[@anton1949]

Great idea!

[@jeffstevens156]

Sounds like the old Sam Brown belt system I used back in my LEO days. Several decades ago.

[@ammooth1592]

Visiting the GS in Nashville, is on the bucket 🪣 list Mr Magill 🤝

[@olannakprasitno.5312]

Finally I found the right belt for my 25inchs waist

[@ashemsavage6842]

Alright Lenny I got the EDC belt and the Battle belt you got me sold Hook Line and Sinker 😊

[@outdoors76]

I hear a PVC pipe ratcheting cutter works for cutting the belt pretty good too.

[@williampatton3444]

An important consideration before cutting your belt is what type of pants are you wearing and is it for civilian use or a tactical application. There will be two very different measurements obviously due to the thickness of your pants and or if you are wearing any tactical undergarment which extends below the waistline. Additionally, when you set up your rig the most effective way is to put the belt on your waist and first start by attaching your FA. When adding other gear it's best to have someone assist you so they can position your items on the belt while you check to see if that works for your reach. If necessary they can simply change the position without you having to keep taking your rig on and off. While assigned to SRT we felt this was the most efficient way to setup and utilize the belt.

[@semperfortisjiujitsu]

Excellent review and instructions on setting up the Kore Battle Belt.

[@wldktz1]

This belt would actually be a great option for a smaller officer with a slim build. Sometimes the standard duty belts are just too big and wide for their body type.

[@pawljk]

Nice item, Hey Lenny what your diet to stay in the shape your in!!!

[@edgarbaron2561]

One point to note about the old school Law Enfocement duty belts vs a MOLE battle belt, which most LEOs are switching to...the old school belts the only thing that realy secured to a fix point on a duty belt was your holster. The remaining items like cuff cases, magazine pouches, etc slide over the belt and tend to shift around, you would have to use several belt keepers to hold these items in place...this usually causes Hotspots and chafing in certain areas around your waist when wearing it for long hours...the mole system is lighter and less prone to shifting because it locks everything in place.

[@JohnnyPaco-cc2tx]

Those were the days…!

[@crackpipejoe3508]

LENNY IN THE HOUSE!!!!!!!!!

[@christophercharboneau9242]

I had no idea you guys were in nashville. I’ve been struggling to find a range to work on some of those rusty skills

[@johngaund]

If you guys haven't tried a kore ccw belt with the track I recommend you do. If this molle belt is half as good at their cc belts I want it.

[@papipistolas4305]

Looks like I’m having a new range accessory

[@brandonc5965]

Very nice i like

[@roypaulcarter4654]

Nice

[@mortythompson11]

Lenny how come you never reviewed the kore edc belts for ccw? I own 6 of them and they're like a 5 out of 5 and you guys at glock store sell them.

[@edgarmartinez3649]

Yeah this belt is a disrupter. I wonder if the other battle belt makers see that???

[@Charley.johnson.84]

Looks like a great belt, is it slim enough to wear as an EDC? I worked corrections for awhile so I have complete understanding of duty belt just curious if this would work as a EDC? I carry Glock 35, 2-3 mags, flash light. Thanks for any thoughts.

[@Koreessentialsbrand]

No the belt on the video is a 2 belts system not for EDC. But we make a ton of 1.5" wide EDC belts. Check our website.

[@livefire81]

I would like to see Kore's proprietary adjustable buckle VS a standard Cobra buckle in a strength/fail test.

[@markhorowitz4825]

That is my only worry. How long will the ratchet system last? I’ve been wearing mine for about a year EDC and at construction jobs. Love it! But time does tell.

[@richkestrel7416]

My guess is if you are repelling out of helicopters or down the sides of building, you'd best stick with the Cobra, but for normal - and even heavy duty - use, the Kore system will be fine. I've been using it (admittedly just for civilian carry) for over five years and across 4 different Kore belts, and I've never had a problem. Having said that, a strength test _would_ be interesting... 👍

[@bradolsen8629]

Boy for a minute there I thought Lenny Was teaching a sewing class

[@Bearzerk330]

Is this the "elbow destruction " guy?!?

[@jakemoylan3179]

what is the difference between the b1 and b2 buckle

[@Koreessentialsbrand]

just the design of the buckle face. The mechanism is the same. Thanks

[@jacobthomasbudde2261]

I was wondering if anyone here ever just keeps both the inner and outer belts connected all the time. Instead of separating them, putting the inner belt through your belt loops and then attaching the outer belt, you just keep them attached and put on over your pants? If that makes sense the way i worded it? I recently bought this belt and prefer to take the whole system on/off all at once. When I am wearing it, it doesn't move much and still stays in place. I just dont put any of it through the belt loops. Does anyone else here do this? Or should I quit doing this and wear it the way it was intended?

[@JamesSmullins]

I love my kore belt, I've been wearing it everyday for a year including for work in construction. But I hate velcro. It works great for a while but it does get weak and clogs with lint and other stuff. Not sure how I feel about this style battle belt which is why I haven't gotten one yet.

[@dylanwatkins1019]

This is like 90% of how battle belt work

[@JamesSmullins]

@@dylanwatkins1019 and that's why I said I don't have one yet.

[@dylanwatkins1019]

@@JamesSmullins if tier 1 operators are fine using them I think you’ll be alright 😆

[@kyleluedtke3526]

@@dylanwatkins1019 I can understand his point though, and it's why I read through the comments, to see if anyone brings that topic up. I thought of it because a guy I work with had a tool belt with velcro and it gummed up fast after a few months and the velcro portion of it was pretty useless after that. But as with anything, take care of your stuff and it should be fine!

[@JMOLLFULLE]

AKA Duty belt

[@Cats.Hammers.]

That velcro will fill with fluff and fibres eventually.

[@wldktz1]

Keep it clean. Everything requires maintenance eventually.

[@Tiagopa23]

Does the INNER BELT works as an EDC belt for carrying IWB (concealed carry)?

[@Koreessentialsbrand]

Yes the newer 2.0 version that we released Sept. 1, 2022 does work for EDC. Thanks

[@jordancerace9310]

@@Koreessentialsbrand what 2.0 belt? Looked on your website and didnt see an inner belt for the battle belt that can be used for edc. The description specifically states “not for edc by itself” I love my Kore leather belt btw, but its coming apart (bought 1/13/21 and worn every day since, and have overstrained it consistently so im not complaining just clarifying) so im looking to replace it, and coincidentally looking for a new battle belt

[@Koreessentialsbrand]

​@@jordancerace9310 All the current inner belts are 2.0 versions and can be used for EDC. All our leather belts are for small to medium sized handguns. Thanks

[@jordancerace9310]

@@Koreessentialsbrand ok, can i ask what you changed to make it usable for edc? The inner belt in the package deal on the website looks identical to the one in all the review videos made well before 9/1/22, that isnt usable. Thanks

[@Koreessentialsbrand]

@@jordancerace9310 The newer inner belt has our Power-Core center for added support, stiffness and makes it virtually indestructible AND we added piping along the edges. Its a game changer. Some of the media and pics have yet to be changed out. Thanks.

[@ivannieves5708]

Are you in the Nashville location now? Id like to buy a glock and say hi 🤣

[@razorbladejocc]

Yes I took a picture with him great guy

[@gerard4441]

READ BEFORE CUTTING BELT!!!! Do not use the guide provided! You might end up cutting too much! Dont ask me how i know this… First off, wear your typical range clothes with your shirt tucked in then cut the INNER belt to size. Next, attach all accessories to the OUTER BELT, particularly the ones with mounts that sandwiches the outer belt (ie tek-lok, holster mounts), to their approximate final position. The reason being is any material thats put between the inner and outer belt essentially makes your “waist line” wider……Now with the inner belt already in place around your waist, temporarily attach the buckle onto the outer belt then mock up the outer belt onto the inner belt. Pay close attention to the location of the ratchet tooth along the belt track. Cut the outer belt so that the ratchet tooth lands on the last notch of the belt track with the purpose of maintaining the most slack (not to be confused with the last tooth at the very end of the belt). Temporarily re-mount the buckle onto the belt. If its still too long, only cut in short amounts until theres just about an inch of belt track, in respect to from the ratchet tooth to the medial side of the belt, again with the purpose of maintaining the most slack. EDIT: QUICK TIP, if you shoot competition and like having mags at the front, flip the belt so that the belt slack is advancing toward the holster

[@philliplatham4256]

👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️🇺🇸🇺🇸💯

[@MaximumNewbage]

Wait. If you wear a 32 and cut it to 33 it won't work? That sounds like a fatal design flaw. Adjustability is a key required feature in belts because people's weight can fluctuate. Sounds like if you buy this belt, then gain weight, this belt will become unusable. That is not good.

[@willyjohn6352]

I was thinking the same thing. I have a Wolf Tactical belt for EDC and had to order another one when I lost wait. I love the quick and easy adjustability but the velcro does attract lint .

[@Koreessentialsbrand]

Sorry you don't understand how the belt system works. The Kore battle belt can be cut to fit any waist from a 24" up to 48". Once you cut it to your size you have 5" of adjustability due to the fact that your waist size fluctuates every day. If you gain weight it is still usable. Thanks

[@MaximumNewbage]

@@Koreessentialsbrand Wow. You guys need a new person handling your social media. It's good you clarified the misunderstanding. But the patronizing way you did it was an absolute fail from a marketing perspective. "I'm sorry you dont understand how the belt system works... Thanks". The sass on you. Seeing how your company communicates information about your product to potential customers, doesn't inspire confidence that you'll be any more civil while providing troubleshooting information or customer support. Makes you seem like a bit of a dick.

[@wldktz1]

If I’m not mistaken the size you cut it too will be the smallest it will cinch down. I would probably go +4/-1 on the belt size. That way you would not max out the ratchet . I can squeeze into a 36 pant. I wear a 38 5.11 pant. I’m really a 37 pant size. I ended up cutting the belt to a 35.5”. I actually prefer cutting it to the half inch due to how the Molle is spaced.

[@danoman5217]

The issues is when in a fight and the bad guy grabs you belt holster or other you will most likely have you gun belt peeled off. Its a great set up but not the most secure.

[@user-ee3zo7jl8t]

You really scared me for a minute I thought you were gonna cut yourself for sure

[@richard4206]

Safariland is going to lose market share to this company. There belts are outdated and do not fit well and totally hard to adjust properly. Resting on their laurels

[@lordshu007]

It's like ordering Vince McMahon off of wish

[@lost3486]

you think you’re a little late for the party

[@tombregman2875]

Sorry Lenny, but I would NEVER buy another Kore belt! The Kore leather belt I have now started falling apart (de laminating at the non-buckle end) very shortly after I purchased it but, apparently, not soon enough for Kore to honor any warranty or stand behind their product. Also, my EDC (Glock 26) causes the belt to sag. My humble opinion = Kore belts are all hat and no cattle!

[@craigslater2321]

I just use my old Uncle Mike's duty belt and works just fine

[@michaelslisher4652]

I have just the opposite experience. My Kore (nylon, not leather) 1.5" & 1.75" belts (plural) have held up well for more than a year now. Absolute rigidity and they hold a full-size 1911, Compact 1911, G19.5, P80 Compact, P80 subcompact, Ruger Speed Six, Hellcat OSP, and a S&W 442 Pro without any issues at all for both OWB and IWB. Not to mention spare mags / speedloaders on the off side. Maybe it's the difference between leather and nylon? For CCW, I'll never go back to leather, although I have to admit that my Milt Sparks, AG Custom Leather, and DalTech Force gun belts still work well.

[@tombregman2875]

@@michaelslisher4652 perhaps it is just a quality (or lack of quality) issue with the Kore leather belts. In any case, the real issue for me is that Kore DID NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT and for that reason alone I would NEVER buy another Kore product.

[@timsmith7817]

My Kore leather EDC has held up fine, the workmanship is more than acceptable... however it sags.. I prefer a stiffer belt. I wrote Kore regarding this after wearing the belt for a few weeks, and suggested a stiffer option, but no response from them. I was able to find a EDC ratchet belt that was more suitable to my needs (stiffer) in another well known brand, so I've been looking at them for my next leather EDC purchase. I imagine the garrison and battle belts from Kore are stiffer. But not what I need for most of my EDC needs.

[@tombregman2875]

@@timsmith7817 ". . . but no response from them". Exactly! I would never patronize a company that does not respect the customer enough to respond to a complaint. Bottom line for me = Kore does NOT respect their customers nor, apparently, do they stand behind their products!

[@chrisrobbins9058]

Copied Safelife belts.

[@harrysumpton2174]

What Safelife belt do you have? WHen I need to adjust my Safelife belt at the range I gotta undo the buckle and mess with the straps on each side then buckle up again. This belt adjusts while walking and without undoing the buckle.