Making Tactical Vests (need input)
 

Hey Guys, I'm thinking of designing and making tactical vests. I was wondering what you guys look for a vest, what you like and things you don't like. Also what you'd like to see that is not currently out there, whether it be material, colour, comfort, and specific pouches for your loadout.

Well First off, I'd prefer a plate carrier. After that I have a bunch of Ideas.

It'd be nice to have things for bigger pistols like holsters/ammo pouches, such as the Desert Eagle, TM MK23, KP45 Match, etc. A heightened protective collar would be nice too, and I think a built in one point or two point bunglie sling would be nice too... maybe sewn into the collar

I'm looking for a vest designed by someone with extensive field experience.

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The guy who does my lawn Knows fields real well...

On a serious note though, I would like a vest designed similar to the 6094, But with a built in removable chest rig system held on with fastex clips for multiple quick change loadout options. MOLLE would be on the chest, but the area where the chest rig would sit would have female velcro while the removable section of the rig would be lined with male velcro for added stability. Also, padded shoulders would be nice with removable pad options for different load weights. Wiring keepers would be a must, and drag handles would also be appreciated.

So you want an IOTV with a MAP...

No.

why not ask military people who have been over seas and ask them what they like dislike about their rigs. they have more experience and knowledge then anyone on here wearing a rig everyday for 8 months you know waht you like and what you dont

You might want to head over to the RYO section of LightFighter. Tons of guys there that can provide you with suggestions based on experience both in the field and making their own gear. Just make sure you don't mention airsoft.

Yeah but at the same time, I think everyone has there own opinions on there own stuff. Thats why hes asking.

Is your target market airsofters, or real deal operators?

Considering hes asking on an Airsoft Forum, i think its safe to say Airsofters.

Come back after you have actually made something.. and have a clue

Also.. any post that starts with the phrase

"hey guys I'm thinking of X" is pretty much safely ignored

isn't there someone selling gear making equipment in the classifieds right now?