Mission Gear

Velocity Systems: Speed, direction and protection

With violence prevalent in the motherland and abroad these days, more people are packing around protective plates. True, the majority of those people are law enforcement officers (LEO’s), active military or are in the contractor world. Many more are civilians preparing for an event they hope never to see in their lifetime. Regardless of profession […]

Brandon Webb’s Afghanistan reconnaissance loadout

Photo: Brandon is top row second from the left next to Navy SEAL Astronaut Chris Cassidy and Navy SEAL Heath Robinson below. London Bridge Rhodesian Chest Rig. The linked version is slightly different from my original. Eight 30 round magazines of 5.56 match (wish I had the Surefire high cap mags) Magnetic Compass Blood Chit Area […]

Disruptive Environments 762 heavy chest rig

As I continue to build my SR 762 from Ruger (.308) I decided to acquire a chest rig (see the first article in the build series here). I have a plate carrier already (which this rig can attach to), but I wanted something lightweight I could use while hunting with this platform (WA a .308 […]

Ranger Loadout: Carl Gustav

After the articles Ranger Loadout: MK48 Machine Gunner, and Paratrooper Loadout: Airborne School published, I started receiving a number of emails about the Carl Gustav. Aside from Gun Teams there was also a Goose (Carl Gustav) team assigned to Maggots (I hear they are with the 11C guys now). Typically this was a two-man team, […]

JTT: Setting Up Outer Carriers

Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear JTT: Setting Up Outer Carriers Fifty Shades of FDE Today’s tip is geared more for LEOs and those who wear body armor daily as a part of their job. Soft body armor technology has come a long way since it was first introduced decades ago. It’s lighter and stronger than […]

Gear Review: Spartan Armor, Banshee Plate Carrier

Body armor has become a hot item in the last few years. There are huge numbers of manufacturers producing a variety of items, and it can be very confusing trying to decide what type best suits you. Luckily, I’ve just tested a great set up for anyone. Keep reading to see our thoughts on body […]

221B Tactical Maxx-Dri Vest 3.0 | Body armor ventilation

As a former Ranger, security contractor and a full-time law enforcement officer, I am not a stranger to wearing body armor for long periods of time. After 15 years of wearing body armor I was getting sick of skin rashes and vest odor. I decided to research options to help increase comfort, reduce moisture, and […]

Ops Core FAST Base Jump Military Helmet

After many months of waiting for my Ops Core FAST Base Jump Helmet to arrive, it finally did last week. I eagerly opened the box and found the following: FAST Bump Helmet with the Ops Core Black Helmet Cover/Protector. It is made from a neoprene -type material and offers some cosmetic protection for your new helmet. When […]

Mechanix Wear M-Pact Gloves

As an active duty law enforcement officer, I am always in search of the perfect pair of gloves. I need the flexibility to manipulate my firearms, strong enough to protect my hands while searching cars, and the durability to withstand all environments. I stumbled across Mechanix gloves while looking for duty gear on LA police […]

Gatorz Eyewear Blackout Magnum Sunglasses

A great pair of sunglasses are a must for the armed professional. It seems that the market has been dominated for years by the well-known brands such as Oakley and Wiley X. These brands are so successful because they’ve made great products and have developed a sort of cult following within the military and law […]