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Blackthorne · May 14th, 2007, 09:11

BACKGROUND:

I had the HSGI/Blackhawk suspenders that have the elastic cord loops to provide some shock absorption. I HATED these because the elastic cord was so strong it didn't really stretch or take any of the shock. I also found it hard to adjust them for different weight loads, and the system for locking them into place, while secure, was not something you change quickly in the field.

TEST SETUP: (pics to follow)

I have run this piece of kit in two games and a three gun match so far.

My first line for AS weighs about 10 pounds. My first line for RS weighs about 35 pounds with full mags, pistol spare ammo etc. Add to this the fact that I use a weapons catch, so pile on another 5 pounds for the carbine when I have it stowed on my hip (yes, my AS AR and real AR weight the same

!)

I ran the suspender to three points on my first line belt both with the keepers that Morb came up with later and without them.

I too asked for a Velcro section on the keepers that would stop it from moving along the belt. I have found this to be unnecessary, as the keepers fit tightly enough to discourage movement. I have also found that the system stays in place without the keepers as well if adjusted properly.

I prefer the keepers however, as I like to hook my BDU belt into my first line and have everything held up. Nothing worse that droopy drawers when moving across the field, especially after a 24 hour op when you have serious monkey butt. BAD for the teammate behind you!

FIRST IMPRESSIONS:

Solidly built. You can pull and twist a them an there isn't any movement in any of the seams. Stitching is tight and snug without looking like it will pull through.

I really like the wider straps. I have found other suspender systems too thin in this respect and they tend to cut into my shoulders. Wider is also better as I find it has enough friction to stay in place. They also protect my shoulders somewhat from the thinner shoulder strap on my Eagle plate carrier.

The best thing about these suspenders is they are KISS. Three adjustment points, three attachment points. Quality materials and workmanship. THAT'S IT.

No fucking hi sped hooky-whatchamacallits. No radar reflective doohickeys. No NVG hooks, no molle, no pockets blah blah blah. You get the idea. They are fucking suspenders. They do one thing and they do it VERY well.

FINAL REPORT:

I have to run these through some more games. But as of right now I will be paying for the test set (yes, he wanted to give them to me as a tester, dumb eh?) and will be ordering a set in OD for the other first line I am building.

They meet all the needs I have for suspenders, with no compromises.

Good work (again) Mordy.

May 14th, 2007, 09:11	#19
Blackthorne A Total Bastard Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Consecon, Ontario	Blackthorne's REVIEW BACKGROUND: I had the HSGI/Blackhawk suspenders that have the elastic cord loops to provide some shock absorption. I HATED these because the elastic cord was so strong it didn't really stretch or take any of the shock. I also found it hard to adjust them for different weight loads, and the system for locking them into place, while secure, was not something you change quickly in the field. TEST SETUP: (pics to follow) I have run this piece of kit in two games and a three gun match so far. My first line for AS weighs about 10 pounds. My first line for RS weighs about 35 pounds with full mags, pistol spare ammo etc. Add to this the fact that I use a weapons catch, so pile on another 5 pounds for the carbine when I have it stowed on my hip (yes, my AS AR and real AR weight the same !) I ran the suspender to three points on my first line belt both with the keepers that Morb came up with later and without them. I too asked for a Velcro section on the keepers that would stop it from moving along the belt. I have found this to be unnecessary, as the keepers fit tightly enough to discourage movement. I have also found that the system stays in place without the keepers as well if adjusted properly. I prefer the keepers however, as I like to hook my BDU belt into my first line and have everything held up. Nothing worse that droopy drawers when moving across the field, especially after a 24 hour op when you have serious monkey butt. BAD for the teammate behind you! FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Solidly built. You can pull and twist a them an there isn't any movement in any of the seams. Stitching is tight and snug without looking like it will pull through. I really like the wider straps. I have found other suspender systems too thin in this respect and they tend to cut into my shoulders. Wider is also better as I find it has enough friction to stay in place. They also protect my shoulders somewhat from the thinner shoulder strap on my Eagle plate carrier. The best thing about these suspenders is they are KISS. Three adjustment points, three attachment points. Quality materials and workmanship. THAT'S IT. No fucking hi sped hooky-whatchamacallits. No radar reflective doohickeys. No NVG hooks, no molle, no pockets blah blah blah. You get the idea. They are fucking suspenders. They do one thing and they do it VERY well. FINAL REPORT: I have to run these through some more games. But as of right now I will be paying for the test set (yes, he wanted to give them to me as a tester, dumb eh?) and will be ordering a set in OD for the other first line I am building. They meet all the needs I have for suspenders, with no compromises. Good work (again) Mordy. __________________ VINCITE OMNIMODO Last edited by Blackthorne; May 14th, 2007 at 09:15..