Homemade Rig (In Progress)

HellRanger · January 29th, 2006, 13:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by mirage13

I'm still trying to think of an alternate method of attaching all that webbing... Sigh

It's called a sewing machine, and I was being sarcastic when I said I didn't know anything about making gear...

http://www.airsoftcanada.com/gallery...hp?i=1933&c=19
http://www.airsoftcanada.com/gallery...imageuser=3325

CDN_Stalker · January 29th, 2006, 13:26

Glad to see this thread it becoming very interesting and informative. Not that I'll be making a vest out of a backpack, but I appreciate the inginuity of those that gather, think and make airsoft stuff. Check out my drag bag:

Made out of an old CF sleeping bag (down feathers removed of course), used the fabric, the webbing liner inside the zippers, and the zipper cut to length, a 'pussie pad' sleeping bag foam roll up mat for padding, and the two cargo pockets from an old pair of CF cold weather pants. I tend to modify the hell outta my stuff as well, but this drag bag was a pretty big endeavour, and works great. Even used the same materials to make the shoulder straps to carry like a backpack.

Keep it up Mirage, always great when people post things they are making out of every day stuff.

Bigmatty · January 29th, 2006, 15:05

Sorry, I have to say it, while its nice to see you are trying to do things on the cheap I hate to have to say but that thing will fall apart...and you will end up loosing more kit that a cheap set of web gear would have cost.

AM I being overly critical...probably but you wanted comments so there you go. I could pretty much guarantee that once you field that and it falls apart you will be a tad upset when your gbb mags or cell phone end up in the back 40.

There is a reason that people dont make tactical gear using rivets.....

mirage13 · January 29th, 2006, 15:08

Stalker: Thanks and nice job on your conversion. :cheers:

HellRanger: Umm... What can I say? Good fucking show. :salute:
I hardly want to even continue with this after see those pics... :cry:

Oh well, back to studying. Plumbing exam tomorrow, wanna keep my 95%.

EDIT - Bigmatty: At least I can find comfort in the fact that I didn't have to do all 52 rivets w/ washers, just to drop my mags in the mud. Thanks.

MOD: Please close, or trash, or whatever.
I'm done. :|

Farmboy · January 29th, 2006, 15:54

Mirage

A few points.

1) Experience is the best form of education

2) Different ideas and testing is the basis of new equipment

3) Don't stop making gear because someone says it's not good enough - learn from how it works in the field

4) Except suggestions from those who have done it before so you don't have to repeat mistakes ---> therefore saving time.

mirage13 · January 29th, 2006, 16:12

I don't intend on stopping making my own gear, and accepting the suggestions of those who have done this before is what led me to end this project.

I am, however, now looking for a different way of going about putting together a practical, solid piece of equipment, no frills.

CDN_Stalker · January 29th, 2006, 17:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by mirage13

I don't intend on stopping making my own gear, and accepting the suggestions of those who have done this before is what led me to end this project.

I am, however, now looking for a different way of going about putting together a practical, solid piece of equipment, no frills.

Practice, and good materials. You'll get better the more you do and learn from all your mistakes. All in good time.

Bigmatty · January 29th, 2006, 18:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by mirage13

EDIT - Bigmatty: At least I can find comfort in the fact that I didn't have to do all 52 rivets w/ washers, just to drop my mags in the mud. Thanks.

MOD: Please close, or trash, or whatever.
I'm done. :|

Relax dude, you wanted comments, you got them....sorry I didnt blow sunshine up your ass saying you had a l337 rig.

rivets thought nylon will fail, no matter if you use washers or not...the stresses involved on them would be too great. I was actually trying to save you headaches from loosing kit.

mirage13 · January 29th, 2006, 20:46

I don't know how I gave the impression I was not relaxed...

I agreed with your comment and forfieted my attempt before it failed on me despite the effort I put into it. I know there are other options, like sewing, but honestly, I'm not up for that.

Quite simply put: You saved me time by pointing out a crucial design flaw that I was unaware of, and I thanked you.

Bigmatty · January 29th, 2006, 20:49

never mind meng..my sarcastic radar was on

glad I saved you time..

High Speed · January 29th, 2006, 21:38

Mirage 13 ,
Everyone starts somewhere . Though it sounds like you are more excited with this project than a scoring teenager whom made it to homeplate on their first date :!: . Anyways , I think you did OK ( except comparing to my Weesatch ) by starting this project . With the drive and conviction that you have stood up to everyones critism , you might amount to something bigger as time comes
I live by one of many motto's:
" I done so long with so little , I can do anything nothing " .
There are items on the market that I can afford , but mostly I make myself for the pure satisfaction of doing/making myself .
Gene

Quantis · January 30th, 2006, 13:23

I've made a bunch of my own gear. Best thing that I did was borrow someone elses stuff and copy it. My brother has a TacticalTailor rig and a teammate has a Tiger Tactical rig. I took the best parts of both and made my own. I now Have a $350+ rig that cost me around $75.

Here is my first rig. Made some sort of canvas with homemade holster and CPgear pouches.

I then started desiging pouches. Heres one of my first attempts. It's digital Jungle stalker compared to CPgears Cadpat Wallet.

Next Step is to start making a Full TacVest. Using more Digital Jungle Stalker. This is an "in progress" picture with some Mag pouches for show.

And finally a finished product.

The back. It includes an space for an internal Water bladder.

Finally. Here's my completed Tacvest in action. I've added a dump pouch, Shovel pouch and radio pouch.

Trader rating · January 30th, 2006, 14:52

Heh....

We all start somewhere.

JT_10111 · January 31st, 2006, 01:56

Good luck man, keep up the good work. I'm thinking of a similar idea, using an old Sportek Vest, holes, ringlets, thread, and a powerdrill. I think mine might a little ghetto-er than yours, cause I have even more limited resources, lol. (looks quite weird when I look at the thing, it's like a failed frankenstein, but it actually works quite well)

cheers to us guys with either no money/too much time/a thinking cap/DYI to save $$ .tude/odd ideas.

Good luck man.

JT.

nightcloud · March 6th, 2006, 17:57

8O thats all kinda cool

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January 29th, 2006, 13:26	#32
CDN_Stalker Official ASC Bladesmith Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Ottawa, Ont.	Glad to see this thread it becoming very interesting and informative. Not that I'll be making a vest out of a backpack, but I appreciate the inginuity of those that gather, think and make airsoft stuff. Check out my drag bag: Made out of an old CF sleeping bag (down feathers removed of course), used the fabric, the webbing liner inside the zippers, and the zipper cut to length, a 'pussie pad' sleeping bag foam roll up mat for padding, and the two cargo pockets from an old pair of CF cold weather pants. I tend to modify the hell outta my stuff as well, but this drag bag was a pretty big endeavour, and works great. Even used the same materials to make the shoulder straps to carry like a backpack. Keep it up Mirage, always great when people post things they are making out of every day stuff. __________________ STKR Knives http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/STK...17036668380871

January 29th, 2006, 15:05	#33
Bigmatty Super Moderator Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Victoria BC	Sorry, I have to say it, while its nice to see you are trying to do things on the cheap I hate to have to say but that thing will fall apart...and you will end up loosing more kit that a cheap set of web gear would have cost. AM I being overly critical...probably but you wanted comments so there you go. I could pretty much guarantee that once you field that and it falls apart you will be a tad upset when your gbb mags or cell phone end up in the back 40. There is a reason that people dont make tactical gear using rivets..... __________________ Bigmatty Bad Karma (Pacific) BCAC BUY/SELL RATING

January 29th, 2006, 15:54	#35
Farmboy Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Trenton Area	Mirage A few points. 1) Experience is the best form of education 2) Different ideas and testing is the basis of new equipment 3) Don't stop making gear because someone says it's not good enough - learn from how it works in the field 4) Except suggestions from those who have done it before so you don't have to repeat mistakes ---> therefore saving time. __________________ Official Merchant of War. Exclusive Canadian Distributor for Blue Force Gear, Knights Armament, Rainier Arms, High Ground, Battle Comp, Multitasker and more! http://oneshottactical.com/ One Shot Tactical Inc.

January 29th, 2006, 15:08	#34
mirage13 Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Toronto	Stalker: Thanks and nice job on your conversion. :cheers: HellRanger: Umm... What can I say? Good fucking show. :salute: I hardly want to even continue with this after see those pics... :cry: Oh well, back to studying. Plumbing exam tomorrow, wanna keep my 95%. EDIT - Bigmatty: At least I can find comfort in the fact that I didn't have to do all 52 rivets w/ washers, just to drop my mags in the mud. Thanks. MOD: Please close, or trash, or whatever. I'm done. :\|

January 29th, 2006, 16:12	#36
mirage13 Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Toronto	I don't intend on stopping making my own gear, and accepting the suggestions of those who have done this before is what led me to end this project. I am, however, now looking for a different way of going about putting together a practical, solid piece of equipment, no frills. __________________ "And that's how, with a few minor modifications, you can turn one ordinary gun, into five guns." - Moe Sizlack

January 29th, 2006, 20:46	#39
mirage13 Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Toronto	I don't know how I gave the impression I was not relaxed... I agreed with your comment and forfieted my attempt before it failed on me despite the effort I put into it. I know there are other options, like sewing, but honestly, I'm not up for that. Quite simply put: You saved me time by pointing out a crucial design flaw that I was unaware of, and I thanked you. __________________ "And that's how, with a few minor modifications, you can turn one ordinary gun, into five guns." - Moe Sizlack

January 29th, 2006, 20:49	#40
Bigmatty Super Moderator Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Victoria BC	never mind meng..my sarcastic radar was on glad I saved you time.. __________________ Bigmatty Bad Karma (Pacific) BCAC BUY/SELL RATING

January 29th, 2006, 21:38	#41
High Speed Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002	Mirage 13 , Everyone starts somewhere . Though it sounds like you are more excited with this project than a scoring teenager whom made it to homeplate on their first date :!: . Anyways , I think you did OK ( except comparing to my Weesatch ) by starting this project . With the drive and conviction that you have stood up to everyones critism , you might amount to something bigger as time comes I live by one of many motto's: " I done so long with so little , I can do anything nothing " . There are items on the market that I can afford , but mostly I make myself for the pure satisfaction of doing/making myself . Gene __________________ " I TAKE MY GEAR SERIOUSLY . THAT'S WHY I MAKE MY OWN ! "

January 30th, 2006, 13:23	#42
Quantis Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ottawa	I've made a bunch of my own gear. Best thing that I did was borrow someone elses stuff and copy it. My brother has a TacticalTailor rig and a teammate has a Tiger Tactical rig. I took the best parts of both and made my own. I now Have a $350+ rig that cost me around $75. Here is my first rig. Made some sort of canvas with homemade holster and CPgear pouches. I then started desiging pouches. Heres one of my first attempts. It's digital Jungle stalker compared to CPgears Cadpat Wallet. Next Step is to start making a Full TacVest. Using more Digital Jungle Stalker. This is an "in progress" picture with some Mag pouches for show. And finally a finished product. The back. It includes an space for an internal Water bladder. Finally. Here's my completed Tacvest in action. I've added a dump pouch, Shovel pouch and radio pouch. __________________ I take photos: www.fasttrackphoto.com

January 30th, 2006, 14:52	#43
MadMorbius Guest Trader rating	Heh.... We all start somewhere.

January 31st, 2006, 01:56	#44
JT_10111 Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Toronto, Ontario	Good luck man, keep up the good work. I'm thinking of a similar idea, using an old Sportek Vest, holes, ringlets, thread, and a powerdrill. I think mine might a little ghetto-er than yours, cause I have even more limited resources, lol. (looks quite weird when I look at the thing, it's like a failed frankenstein, but it actually works quite well) cheers to us guys with either no money/too much time/a thinking cap/DYI to save $$ .tude/odd ideas. Good luck man. JT.

March 6th, 2006, 17:57	#45
nightcloud Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: winnipeg	8O thats all kinda cool __________________ Plans are a list of things that don't happen...........

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