My Duty Belt / "War Belt" Setup

Just a video with some tips and tricks on how I set up my gun belts.
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[@michaelnasser8697]

Nice to see a more down to earth, realistic, common guy set up. The high speed low drag stuff gets old. That’s a good basic set up that would do well for the majority of people in the majority of situations. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@wingatesolutions]

Thank you! I really appreciate your comment.

[@DouglasSpende-gb5gu]

Great show, great stuff! I was in the Marines in Forced Recon in 1987-1991 after high school. Did boot Ait, Force Recon school and sniper school. Repel and jump school. We used Vietnam ER nylon stuff from 1968 when my dad was in Vietnam as a Marine too. I had all black being in Recon. Everything is was Allis web belt, suspenders, shoulder straps. M-14 mag pouches for my HK-G 3. In 308. I carried a bolt action M-24 in 300 grain magnum too. I got on our police dept. In 1995 after college and the Academy. In SWAT WE USED THE SAME STUFF UNTIL. 2010 WHEN CONDOR CAME OUT MOLLY WITH THE COBRA BUCKLE. GREAT BELT! WISH I HAD THAT BELT IN 1987. LOL. I JUNKED MY WEB BELT AFTER 30 YEARS AND PUT MY SUSPENDERS SHOULDER HARNESS ON THIS. i have a leg harness on this SWAT belt and my personal belt at home. I have all the condors pouches. I hated and sent back the HSG taco pouches they were crap. You younger guys have great stuff I wish we had 33 years ago. Great video. Semper Fi seal!

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks you for your service! I appreciate the time you took to type some of your own experience with gear over the years. Us young guys have a lot to learn from guys like you. We are definitely lucky to have the options that are available today.

[@Tiger_actual]

The one wrap has been a solution of mine on both Tactical Games gun belts and work belts. The material is surprisingly durable. I wish I had known about the CUBLs and now want to switch out all of my UBLs due to the annoying draw angle.

[@wingatesolutions]

I know what you mean. The CUBL should have been standard from the getgo.

[@TimMcfarland-b1o]

Good info Nik, can’t wait to see where you take these videos!!

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks brother! I really appreciate it 🤙

[@chrisortega7993]

Dude this video is awesome! You went into so much detail about the exact things I’ve been playing with in my mind for my belt (using OneWrap, if the hype of Esstac kywis is valid, etc.) Thank you for making this video, made sure to subscribe 👍🏽

[@wingatesolutions]

Awesome! I am glad it was helpful.

[@chrisortega7993]

I didn’t realize until about halfway through the video that you were detailing a belt while wearing another one set up a little different. Could we maybe get a video on that belt, mainly the advantages between swapping a TQ for a small fixed blade, in your opinion?

[@chrisortega7993]

DISREGARD. I asked a question before finishing the video lol that’s my bad. Thanks again man!

[@wingatesolutions]

All good dude. Thanks for watching!

[@rustyshackleford4299]

0:42 Hear POU in your vocab. Glance down to see this is indeed a 25 minute long vid. Settling in for a Nutnfancy style spectacular!

[@rustyshackleford4299]

1:25 Well, Nick -- if that even is your real name -- nunya damn biznass, f3d. Nah, just giving guff ...you gave a based AF answer that's got me all jacked up on America right now! Anyone want to hear me recite the Constitution?

[@wingatesolutions]

Nutn' is the man 🤙

[@MegaHogzilla]

Solid info

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks 🤙

[@snekky1315]

Onewrap very good stuff

[@wingatesolutions]

Absolutely 👍

[@mrdclark2003]

Thank you for the video, I've been enjoying your content. One quick thought with regard for your comment on holster cant, it seems that if you begin your draw with your hands at your side having it straight gives you an advantage; however, if you begin with your hands in front of you - most people talk with their hands- having an angle provides an advantage. I don't own any of their products so I don't know if they have a adjustable model. That said, if they don't, perhaps there is a hole in the market for your company. Blessings.

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks! Im a big fan of teaching to draw from multiple hand positions do to not always being able to pre stage your hands. It is old school in my opinion when many trainers freak out when a student doesn't keep his/her hands up. In reality, we dont walk around like that, nor is it always feasible. With the forward cant, it may work better for that hands up draw but it hinders a lot of others. At the end of the day, it still comes down to personal preference. Thanks 🤘

[@Coulter-j2n]

guys been there done that got the t-shirt straight forward and helpful thanks a bunch man what was your mos?

[@wingatesolutions]

Glad to help! No mos for me. I have a background in Swat and K9. I retired my pup and moved the family out to the country about a year ago 🤙

[@shootsandladderbars3055]

I appreciate your low key presentation and common sense approach.

[@wingatesolutions]

I appreciate that!

[@3vil3lvis]

Do you always carry an AR with you? Is that rifle mag there on your belt just in case you find a random AR? Overt carry is not well suited to civilian life. It would be interesting to see how you covert carry. Thanks for sharing.

[@wingatesolutions]

I try to have one close by whenever possible. This setup is not for EDC. It has a limited use case contexually at the moment and I agree that it is not as suited for civilian life. But that does not mean a lot of civilians would not want to train and have the ability to go overt if that need would arise. For most situations that may require a rifle without much prep time, I would just grab a rifle stored in a patrol ready condition, and throw a spare mag in a pocket. Hopefully I answered your questions 🤘

[@woody51489]

How do we get you gear to check out

[@wingatesolutions]

You can email me at [e-mail] 🤙

[@washingtoncommandcenter5541]

You remind me of a tactical Will Compton(Former NFL player and Bussin With the Boyz podcaster)

[@wingatesolutions]

That's a new one for me 😂

[@johnfick2210]

I enjoyed the video! Good info that gives me a lot of food for thought. I especially liked that you explained not only what and where you place things on your belt, but how and why as well. Thanks!

[@wingatesolutions]

I really appreciate that and I am glad to help. Thank you!

[@MoistSmok]

I couldn’t agree more, thank you for an honest opinion, very well said! Being in the market for a “range belt” this has been one of the most informative videos I’ve come across

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. Good luck with setting your belt up. For more inspiration, check out ar15.com. They have a tactical hear subforum with a pretty active thread on belt setups. 🤘

[@davem4143]

Awesome content man. Glad I found you! Like/share/sub all-the-way. Recommending to my friends. Appreciate the great information and you explain very well. Good teacher. Checking out your website too. Very professional. Love the small channels, they are always the best. No stupid drama thumbnails and clickbait. Just great facts & info from a real-deal guy. 👍

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks! I really appreciate that!

[@Gundyadventures]

Great video. I appreciate the real world application of why you like and run different things. Learning what is needed on the belt vs what is wanted on a belt are two very different options.

[@wingatesolutions]

Thank you!

[@ordinary_american]

By the way how is the inner belt liner working as far as when it gets wet with sweat or snow or rain? And if you go in the prone, or get up and do some really unconventional movement, does it slide up or out of place? Thanks!

[@wingatesolutions]

In my experience, it stays put for the most part if it is sized right (not too loose). It has moved om occasion but not enough for it to bother me. I also run a leg strap on the holster and that helps. A velcro inner will be more solid but I really like the grip liner for ease of use.

[@ordinary_american]

Subscribed! Thanks for the advice and recommendations. Could you do a video on your plate carrier?

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks! I can definitely do that 🤙

[@ordinary_american]

@@wingatesolutions Thanks!!

[@wingatesolutions]

🤘

[@jerrygoldfuss466]

Thank you for the information, I was wondering about the one wrap velcro, they look like a great option, better then the malice straps.

[@wingatesolutions]

Glad I could help! The one wrap has worked great for me

[@YenzHouse]

What gloves are you wearing?? They look like Mechanix. Good Video!!

[@wingatesolutions]

Yes, mechanix fast fit. They are my favorite for the price. I dont feel as bad wearing them out compared to more expensive gloves 🤙

[@Iamtr3ylife_]

If you don’t mind can your drop links or brands in the chat I couldn’t find the belt thank you ?

[@wingatesolutions]

Will do. I will update the description. Its the Esstac Shooter's Belt. HSGI or Wilder Tactical for the padded inner belt sleeve. 🤙

[@tstrongarm77]

First, I'm jealous of the beard. I really like the one wrap idea and love you're running that refuge ifak

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks! One of the best parts of moving to the country and changing jobs was being able to grow the beard again. Refuge medical are good people. I like what they stand for 🤙

[@dlue8785]

I like your jacket! What brand is it & where did you get it?

[@wingatesolutions]

Its actually just a $20 rain/wind jacket from Sam's club 👍

[@hiramhaji7813]

Outstanding presentation..

[@wingatesolutions]

Thank you!

[@Warhammer77]

Thank you, great video

[@wingatesolutions]

Thank you!

[@przemysawcieslak9013]

Great presentation! I'm considering purchasing this belt for range use. What size are you wearing? Is the addition of one wrap Velcro and padded inner belt something to consider when selecting a size? My waist measurement over the pants is 39-40; should I go with a M or L belt size? Thanks.

[@wingatesolutions]

Thank you! I have a size Large. I usually wear 34 or 36" pants. I will have to check my measurements to give you a better idea on sizing. The velcro and padded liner still allow of more adjustment if needed.

[@przemysawcieslak9013]

@@wingatesolutionsI wear the same pant size, so I guess you've solved my problem. Thank you, and good success with the channel!

[@wingatesolutions]

Thank you!

[@Gothic1Actual]

What job did you do that you wore that esstac gun belt for 5 years. If you can share that info on an open net.

[@wingatesolutions]

Swat/ K9/ firearms instructor.

[@Gothic1Actual]

@@wingatesolutions Awesome. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@wingatesolutions]

Im glad to help 🤙

[@ponyboy481]

New subscriber good insight

[@wingatesolutions]

Thank you!

[@bjbackitis]

Really nice, straightforward and realistic information and advice. You know what you're talking about and it shows. I had been trying to decide between the one piece and two piece approach and your advice on the grip pad / padded grip sleeve (plus the velcro one wrap) was fantastic... that is the approach I was hoping to find. Thank you for sharing this out!!

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks so much! Im glad I can help and appreciate the positive feedback.

[@andy69696]

Can I get a name for that fleece?

[@wingatesolutions]

It is a Cabela's brand base layer. Ive had it for a lomg time so I am not sure if this specific one is still available

[@ozarkhillbilly1431]

Good info!

[@wingatesolutions]

Glad it was helpful!

[@filipinophreak]

New sub

[@wingatesolutions]

Thanks!

[@Xufixwz]

Would you mind if i put your video on my brands website to help our audience build basic gun belts for our guide??

[@wingatesolutions]

What is the website?