The Force Recon & MARSOC Thread

Conker · February 27th, 2011, 16:12

Plate carrier, definitely not. Chest rig, not impossible for some missions (like special reconnaissance... I know that some guys use HSGI Denali for such missions) but never seen, so can't consider it as a fact.

attack-beaver · February 27th, 2011, 16:22

so the chest rig i could get away with but the carrier no go. well good to now.

Conker · February 27th, 2011, 16:32

As I said, it's "not impossible" but can't really be considered as a representative setup...

Vince · February 27th, 2011, 16:57

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Originally Posted by Conker

Plate carrier, definitely not. Chest rig, not impossible for some missions (like special reconnaissance... I know that some guys use HSGI Denali for such missions) but never seen, so can't consider it as a fact.

I have a pics of FRs in Astan wearing Wasatch (2 different guys). The Denali was mostly a pre-FSBE2 thing along with LBV88 but again mostly for woodland environment.

Most guys tend to stick to the issued kit unlike say SF and NSW

Conker · February 27th, 2011, 17:03

I'm talking about this, which was originally posted by an active 1st MSOB guy. These pictures are as current as you can get.

Note: I'm aware of the LAND/MAR mixup, but this is as it was originally posted

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Rig 1. Low vis vest w/ Level IV plates.

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MBAV PC W/ CB, Primarily used for Gunning in the turret. I have the MSAP kit attached to protect more of my upper body. The PC give me a lower profile so I have more room in the turret.

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Rig 2. RBAV Land, Set up for DA and helo operations. I have the safety lanyard attach to the rig as well as the weapons retention bar for rappelling or fast roping

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Rig 3. RBAV maritime, Set up for straight running and gunning. Holds up to 14 mag 2 Frag grenades and 5 flash bangs

[IMG]Rig 4. Eagle Rhodesian. Normally just sits in the truck when we are in civilian clothes. Very light, compact and highly mobile.[/IMG]

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Rig 5. HSGI denali, used for SR and patrolling.

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Pistol rig/1st line

And that's when I asked if the CAP was actually used, as I've (almost) never seen it in pics deployed (just a few times on training)

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Well the CAP became popular after Corpsman were being targeted in Iraq because of their STOMP 2 Med bag.. This helped the Corpsman blend in with the other Marines.

Most conventional units carry the CAP and like it. I carry the Eagle Med bag with the equipment from a CAP plus some other goodies.

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I just wanted to pass something on to everyone who wears a standard IFAK.

Don't get me wrong you defiantly need to have it on you, but it is very bulky and takes up a lot of room.

It is our SOP to transfer most of the IFAK and some additional items into a "nut ruck"

I would recommend everyone to do the same. It is a lot more comfortable and it frees up some landscape on your kit.

Also you can always have it, even when you drop your kit.

Something else to keep in mind. We carry 4 tourniquets on us. Most people only have one. "you have 4 limbs that can be blown off"

Here you go

Vince · February 27th, 2011, 17:24

Those pics got me wondering... He has a complete SFLCS kit with partial FSBE kit? Prior issue or what?

Conker · March 1st, 2011, 23:34

What I understood is that since SFLCS is available to the whole SOCOM, and MARSOC is now apart of SOCOM, each unit can order SFLCS to the SOCOM supply system... if I understood correctly, lol.

So basically FSBEII is basically remains of the Force Recon era and will be replaced gradually for SFLCS (including the new-ish items like the RBAV & all).

On another note:
YouTube - Marines train at Camp Fuji - Prepare for combat operations

I know it's FAST and not FR, but their gear is much closer to FR than to grunts so I posted it here.

Vince · March 2nd, 2011, 06:35

Yeah saw that vid over MP.

FAST, DRP, FR, EOD are all issued FSBE (though EOD are wearing the SPC now like Recon Bn)

Conker · March 3rd, 2011, 18:50

In case anyone is looking for the A-Frames:
http://www.tacticaldistributors.com/...me-goggles-tan

Regarding chemlights:

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Standard SOP: Green for cleared, Red for IED and Blue for medical.

Yannos · March 9th, 2011, 13:42

2nd big package of FSBE II is at the customs!!!
Maybe I'll get it tomorrow and post a shit load of pics again?

Conker · March 9th, 2011, 13:46

FAGGGOOOOOOT

It's all because of me, but I can't have it. Bitch.

ex · March 9th, 2011, 13:52

top tip: Turn your flashes off when photographing your nylon boys.

Oh and this thread is full of win.

Yannos · March 9th, 2011, 14:08

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Originally Posted by Conker

FAGGGOOOOOOT

It's all because of me, but I can't have it. Bitch.

2nd package because of you? LOL no. Not at all

Conker · March 9th, 2011, 14:42

True, that's because of Johngol. Thanks John^^

JohnGol10 · March 9th, 2011, 17:21

Oh yeah. No problem guys!

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February 27th, 2011, 16:12	#181
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	Plate carrier, definitely not. Chest rig, not impossible for some missions (like special reconnaissance... I know that some guys use HSGI Denali for such missions) but never seen, so can't consider it as a fact. __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

February 27th, 2011, 16:32	#183
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	As I said, it's "not impossible" but can't really be considered as a representative setup... __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

February 27th, 2011, 17:24	#186
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	Those pics got me wondering... He has a complete SFLCS kit with partial FSBE kit? Prior issue or what? __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

February 27th, 2011, 16:22	#182
attack-beaver Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: calgary	so the chest rig i could get away with but the carrier no go. well good to now.

March 1st, 2011, 23:34	#187
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	What I understood is that since SFLCS is available to the whole SOCOM, and MARSOC is now apart of SOCOM, each unit can order SFLCS to the SOCOM supply system... if I understood correctly, lol. So basically FSBEII is basically remains of the Force Recon era and will be replaced gradually for SFLCS (including the new-ish items like the RBAV & all). On another note: YouTube - Marines train at Camp Fuji - Prepare for combat operations I know it's FAST and not FR, but their gear is much closer to FR than to grunts so I posted it here. __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

March 2nd, 2011, 06:35	#188
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	Yeah saw that vid over MP. FAST, DRP, FR, EOD are all issued FSBE (though EOD are wearing the SPC now like Recon Bn) __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

March 9th, 2011, 13:42	#190
Yannos likes touching tralalas Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Je me souviens	2nd big package of FSBE II is at the customs!!! Maybe I'll get it tomorrow and post a shit load of pics again? __________________ EF-02 SEMPER FI

March 9th, 2011, 13:46	#191
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	FAGGGOOOOOOT It's all because of me, but I can't have it. Bitch. __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

March 9th, 2011, 13:52	#192
ex Wanna buy some Nod's? #StolenValour Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ottawa	top tip: Turn your flashes off when photographing your nylon boys. Oh and this thread is full of win. __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

March 9th, 2011, 14:42	#194
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	True, that's because of Johngol. Thanks John^^ __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

March 9th, 2011, 17:21	#195
JohnGol10 Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Rhode Island, US	Oh yeah. No problem guys! __________________ Marine Cadets of Massachusetts

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