Why are the First Spear carriers not as prevalent as the mainstay options (JPC, Spiritus, Ferro, Mayflower)? I understand there is a price jump and some lead times but it doesn’t seem like it’s that much once you outfit something like a JPC or LV119 out to comparable specs as a FS AAC or Standhogg. Is there something about the design that keeps people away or is it more of an upfront cost thing?
Basically the title. I ordered the ECP and have yet to receive but was wondering if anyone who has one could enlighten me on how it works?
I was hoping to gather some thoughts regarding these two carriers. I've spent the last few years trying out entry-to-mid level carriers and haven't been satisfied. For instance, I started with a FC Slickster and went through the gamut of decking it out with all its modularity. It was a money pit and never really felt that robust to me. Understanding that it was a slick carrier with trade offs made, I grabbed a JPC 2.0 and started looking into outfitting that. The build quality, compared to the Slickster, was better but it doesn't seem that comfortable to me. I'm also contending with the modular aspect again where I have to track down half a dozen small pieces of kit to outfit it which is a quest in itself. Considering this, I'm wondering if I should just go all in on a high end carrier such as the First Spear AAC or LOF CQR-M2... both of which can be purchased directly from the manufacturer nearly complete for a price not too far from a pieced together Slickster or JPC.
My requirements are that it be a medium-load unit that is easily don/doff, has a wide neck port, and can support 2-3 magazines, an IFAK/TQ, and a radio. I do not expect to run a back panel or a dangler so a molle cummerbund is required. Both the AAC and CQR-M2 seem to meet this requirement list.
With regards to the AAC, I like that it can be ordered with the boa front panel which negates the need for a placard system and can be used with other magazine loadouts. I am dubious of the 6/12 cutouts as it seems like a failure point (catch and tear) or at least an ingress for junk to get into the carrier as I LARP in my mom's basement. Am I overthinking the laser cutouts here? I have no first hand experience with 6/12 technology.
The CQR-M2 seems very well made but at a higher price and longer lead time. Their magazine pouches seem like they might be a little less efficient than say an ESSTAC kywi but I can likely make them work if I were to order everything direct from them. I also have a thing for small cottage industry-esq companies which I like to support.
Furthermore, I have no professional needs, requirements, or constraints for this gear. I'd be interested to hear anyone's thoughts on this (or other recommendations which I might look into).
Thanks
Are they as bulky as they look in photos?
Looking for opinions with experience.
Neste SSM (So Spake Martin) há uma entrevista que GRRM deu ao New York Times sobre o lançamento da série Nightflyers (da Netflix/SyFy), baseada em seu livro de mesmo nome.
Martin contou que ficou surpreso quando anunciaram a produção, pois pensava que não tinha vendido os direitos de adaptação para a TV a ninguém. Mas ao reler o contrato que assinou para a produção do filme de seu livro (feito nos anos 80) e descobriu que estava errado.
Como o livro é um terror slasher no espaço, GRRM brincou que imaginou que a série não teria mais do que 4 capítulos, mas a reportagem anota que mudanças na trama já haviam sido feitas sem a participação de George.
Segundo o escritor, a adaptação para o cinema lhe salvou da bancarrota (causada pelo fracasso de seu livro Armaggedon Rag), mas cobrou caro de sua consciência quando ele teve que aceitar novamente que a personagem Melantha Jhirl fosse interpretada por uma mulher branca. O mesmo problema já ocorrera na confecção da capa original do livro.
Martin se diz muito arrependido de ter aceito a mudança (por dinheiro) e por isso ficou feliz quando viu a nova série escalar uma atriz negra para o papel. Ele havia visto apenas o episódio piloto e comentou que o pontos principais da trama pareciam ainda estar lá, assim como o clima de liberdade sexual que ele imaginara entre a tripulação.
Ele termina falando sobre o progresso da produção da prequel sobre a Longa Noite (que viria a ser cancelada). Ele explica que a trama era toda baseada na visão de Jane Goldman:
>Bem, ela tinha que acrescentar coisas. Se você olhar nos livros publicados até agora, há realmente muito pouco material sobre isso - uma frase aqui, uma frase ali. A Velha Ama conta uma história que ocupa um parágrafo. Então Jane teve que criar os personagens, os cenários e alguns dos eventos, e tivemos que olhar para tudo o que conversamos e dizer: "OK, aqui está o que foi dito neste momento, precisamos torná-lo consistente com isso." Nós jogamos algumas idéias e eu fiz algumas sugestões. Mas tudo tem sido feito pela Jane. É ambientado milhares de anos antes de Game of Thrones. Porto Real não existe. O Trono de Ferro não existe. Não há dragões lá.
Martin riu quando perguntado se poderia haver aranhas de gelo no lugar dos dragões.
Por fim, quando perguntado se havia algum tipo de história sobre Westeros que poderia ser contada sem reis e rainhas, Martin falou sobre uma paródia de [Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead](https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose
... keep reading on reddit ➡I've pretty much made my mind up about getting the first spear stt and building up on it, I'm still looking for some inspiration on what to build with it. Anyone who has the carriers do you mind showing what you have done to them? I am planning on getting a crye admin pouch but still havent made up my mind on mag retention or hydration pouches. thanks.
Hello guys, I'm looking into doing a Dutch police impression kit, but I don't feel like dumping 600€ into a plate carrier for airsoft. Does anyone know about any cheaper option/replica for around 100€ and under?
If I wanted the additional coverage of soft armor and the option to add plates, what vests or carriers are worth a look? So far, I've come across the Mayflower LPAC and LPAAC, which seem like a good option and have decent feedback from the people who have used them. I've also seen the First Spear Siege, but that looks super expensive, with the carrier alone at over $600.
Anyone have experience with the above or have other recommendations? If you have recommendations on surplus military stuff I'm all ears too.
Listening to audio books before Peace Talks and noted don't judge a character by it's introduction. Think about how you saw a character on their first introduction and see where they are now. Some hold a status and other change tremendously.
Here are some off the top of my list: Micheal Carpenter Molly Carpenter Peabody in Proven Guilty then later... Maeve Lily Mouse
Jim loves to "surprise" everyone often.
Does any of you kewl doods have any experience with any of first spears PC offerings? How do y’all like laser cut? Are the tubes any good? Is it worth the money? Should I just shut up and get a JPC? I’m looking at spending money I probably shouldn’t spend and that what I’ve landed on. Really would love yalls input. Going into a heavy maritime environment.
Wanting to buy this new plate carrier that the usmc uses
http://soldiersystems.net/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/usmc-gen3-vest-img_8339.jpg
Willing to pay $1,000+ for it, obo.
Hey guys! It's finally hit that time where I'm moving back out for college and need to be rid of all my gear. I am on mobile, so apologies for formatting, and if there is anything you see unlisted in the picture that you would like just comment and I'll get to it. Since I'm trying to get rid of as much as possible, everything is OBO and I can do discount for bulk purchases.
Timestamp literally taken in my moms basement: https://imgur.com/6s4gGmZ
Nudes: https://imgur.com/a/ULVfSEu
-Wolverine Inferno Gen 2 10.5" MTW.
One of my favorite HPA guns i've used. Pretty much been a plug n' play experience and has handled some seriously rough treatment. Includes stock furniture, magpul pistol grip and stock, Prommy 6.01 TBB, evlish tac RHOP and filtered airline.
Suppressor includes creme brulee'. Damages include the threads (Some knucklehead was messing with it and crossthreaded my OG suppressor on it, I had to grind some of the threads down to fix it, works fine now though). And the bolt release paddle broke off, (wolverine should replace it for free, but I haven't bothered since I dont use the bolt stop functionality on it). I can include 90/4500 tank, and wolverine storm regulator and line to go with it. ----- 550 shipped SOLD Pending Funds or you can add on the aero stock with 13ci tank or wraith c02 stock for $50 each, or 80 for both bundled.
-1-4x Crossfire II Shortdot
Not much to say about it other than it's a quality short-dot, with good eye relief and can handle a real steal level of punishment. Better than any offbrand shortdot I've used so far, and fits the rifleman role perfectly in airsoft. ---- 150 Shipped
-First Spear SDK STT PlateCarrier with Esstac m4 pouches, and haley strategic flatpack.
I've been through roughly 6 different "real" plate carrier and this was the one I settled on. The tubes system makes getting the PC on and off a dream, combined with the Esstac Pouches has made for one of the easiest PC setups I've used in a long time. I used the flatpack to carry extra gear and my tank ----200 shipped SOLD
-MSA Mich 2000 XL Tan
For the thick skulled like me, only helmet that has fit my fat ass head, and maybe it will fit yours too. Stops bb's and bullets, but won't protect you from mean words. Comes with a rhino NVG mount --- 130 Shipped
-Exfog
Nice fan that can be attached in a number of ways, been using it for a year now with no issues or fog. Co
... keep reading on reddit ➡APPEARENCE: Gerfor is around 30 years old, he is an Half-Orc, with the skin tone pulled into that of a human. He is strong and large (same as shown in the pictures), is 6'4” tall, his eyes are dark green and he have a straight and long hair with a mustache (shown in the pictures). He wears clothes of an ordinary blacksmith, but with a detail of his clan symbol in the middle. He also has two gloves that appear to have come out of a volcano and his hammer is from a normal blacksmith. On his back he carries a large spear wrapped in old white cloths.
PERSONALITY: Despite being an Orc, he is very sweet and kind to those who appear in his store, but after his past he does not trust anyone who boasts too much for his actions. Gerfor is always smiling and always with a sturdy posture. He is like a gnome in a troglodyte's body.
BACKSTORY: After a few years working and learning more about blacksmithing techniques, Gerfor helped create a Spear along with Depti, the Gray Dwarf of Zok and Kri, the Xaos Forging Dragon. The Hambur the High Forger, seeing the exceptional work, asked Gerfor to deliver the spear to the King of Haven, where he had tyrannously used the spear. But with the king's displeasure, the spear returned to the hands of the Living Forge Herald, who once again asked Gerfor to find the '' hero ''. After seeing what had happened, feeling guilty, he turned away from the Living Forge to open a Blacksmith in a merchant city and live on the vices of the cities and if possible find the true hero.
