Paraclete Plate Carrier

Johnny Rotten · March 30th, 2006, 16:52

I have been searching for a fully modular armour carrier for some time now, and have narrowed it down to two choices: the eagle plate carrier with cumberbund, and the paraclete plate carrier with cumberbund. I am trying to go for the US Special Forces type theme, and these two rigs seemed to fit the bill. Both look very well made and have lots of real estate, I am wanting to attatch side pouches too so the cumberbund would come in handy. Unfortunately though I cannot find my first choice, the eagle rig in olive drab anywhere, and forecasted delivery estimates vary greatly. I am now considering buying the paraclete rig, but have questions about the front zipper. Has anybody out there got this paraclete rig, and if so how do you like it.

http://www.optactical.com/pahaplcawicu.html

http://www.optactical.com/eainplcawicu.html

Eddie · March 30th, 2006, 20:14

They both have strong points but the Eagle PCWCB wins.

Farmboy · March 30th, 2006, 20:46

Let me know if you want the Eagle, I'm about to put an order in. Would have to get back to you with an eta though.

The other option is the TAG releasable, I have two in stock however both are about to head overseas I believe.

Armyissue · March 31st, 2006, 10:17

I have this Paraclete in stock. the write up
I also have about 30 molle pouches to attach to it. Its a large brand new if your interested pm me.

Johnny Rotten · March 31st, 2006, 11:49

Ah ha, so the eagle model seems to be the winner, and I will go with one of those. Looks like I may be waiting for some time due to out of stock on olive drab. The paraclete RMV looks like a sweet rig though, I bet it's pretty comfy too. Over my budget though.

pugs144 · March 31st, 2006, 15:47

Give Dave's Surplus in Vancouver a call ASAP 604-524-5867. Last time I checked they had a number of OD's in stock.

Johnny Rotten · March 31st, 2006, 15:54

Right on, and thanks for the tip. Will give Dave's a call, and cross my fingers.

Johnny Rotten · March 31st, 2006, 16:36

They have the carrier in ranger green. I think that this may contrast alot with the olive drab tactical tailor and HSGI pouches that I have. I haven't seen ranger green before, and looking at pictures on the web isn't the same as seeing it firsthand. If anyone out there mixes ranger green and OD together, I would like to hear about how it looks, and if you have pictures even better. If it's too much of a contrast, than I will have to wait until whenever Eagle ships out more OD models.

Eddie · March 31st, 2006, 16:50

I believe Ranger Green replaces OD. You can think of RG as OD with a Gray/Purple tint to it.

pugs144 · March 31st, 2006, 17:01

I wouln't worry about mixing and matching OD to Smoke Green or whatnot. Once you've got all your pouches mounted they'll cover up the plate carrier anyway.

Johnny Rotten · March 31st, 2006, 17:11

Hmmm, that's a good point. By the time I load up the plate carrier, most of it will be hidden. Now you've really got me thinking about going for it.

Johnny Rotten · March 31st, 2006, 18:15

I took the plunge, just ordered one in ranger gren from daves, along with a few pistol mag and utility pouches. Can't wait to set it all up. Will post pics eventually.

Trader rating · March 31st, 2006, 18:42

After a few hours of rolling through the dirt, the color difference won't matter anyway.

Zeonprime · April 1st, 2006, 07:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadMorbius

After a few hours of rolling through the dirt, the color difference won't matter anyway.

How many ASers do you see truely rolling in the dirt Morb ?

Eddie · April 1st, 2006, 17:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zeonprime

How many ASers do you see truely rolling in the dirt Morb ?

What, you've never rolled and the dirt? How about a light swim in a steam or a tumble down a hill? :-D

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March 30th, 2006, 16:52	#1
Johnny Rotten Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario	Paraclete Plate Carrier I have been searching for a fully modular armour carrier for some time now, and have narrowed it down to two choices: the eagle plate carrier with cumberbund, and the paraclete plate carrier with cumberbund. I am trying to go for the US Special Forces type theme, and these two rigs seemed to fit the bill. Both look very well made and have lots of real estate, I am wanting to attatch side pouches too so the cumberbund would come in handy. Unfortunately though I cannot find my first choice, the eagle rig in olive drab anywhere, and forecasted delivery estimates vary greatly. I am now considering buying the paraclete rig, but have questions about the front zipper. Has anybody out there got this paraclete rig, and if so how do you like it. http://www.optactical.com/pahaplcawicu.html http://www.optactical.com/eainplcawicu.html

March 30th, 2006, 20:46	#3
Farmboy Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Trenton Area	Let me know if you want the Eagle, I'm about to put an order in. Would have to get back to you with an eta though. The other option is the TAG releasable, I have two in stock however both are about to head overseas I believe. __________________ Official Merchant of War. Exclusive Canadian Distributor for Blue Force Gear, Knights Armament, Rainier Arms, High Ground, Battle Comp, Multitasker and more! http://oneshottactical.com/ One Shot Tactical Inc.

March 31st, 2006, 10:17	#4
Armyissue Administrator of Pants Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Port Credit	I have this Paraclete in stock. the write up I also have about 30 molle pouches to attach to it. Its a large brand new if your interested pm me. __________________ *** * * * * * * * F i n d - a n - A g e - V e r i f i e r * * * * * * ***

March 30th, 2006, 20:14	#2
Eddie Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Surrey, BC	They both have strong points but the Eagle PCWCB wins.

March 31st, 2006, 11:49	#5
Johnny Rotten Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario	Ah ha, so the eagle model seems to be the winner, and I will go with one of those. Looks like I may be waiting for some time due to out of stock on olive drab. The paraclete RMV looks like a sweet rig though, I bet it's pretty comfy too. Over my budget though.

March 31st, 2006, 15:47	#6
pugs144 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: At the entrance to the Big Top	Give Dave's Surplus in Vancouver a call ASAP 604-524-5867. Last time I checked they had a number of OD's in stock.

March 31st, 2006, 15:54	#7
Johnny Rotten Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario	Right on, and thanks for the tip. Will give Dave's a call, and cross my fingers.

March 31st, 2006, 16:36	#8
Johnny Rotten Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario	They have the carrier in ranger green. I think that this may contrast alot with the olive drab tactical tailor and HSGI pouches that I have. I haven't seen ranger green before, and looking at pictures on the web isn't the same as seeing it firsthand. If anyone out there mixes ranger green and OD together, I would like to hear about how it looks, and if you have pictures even better. If it's too much of a contrast, than I will have to wait until whenever Eagle ships out more OD models.

March 31st, 2006, 16:50	#9
Eddie Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Surrey, BC	I believe Ranger Green replaces OD. You can think of RG as OD with a Gray/Purple tint to it.

March 31st, 2006, 17:01	#10
pugs144 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: At the entrance to the Big Top	I wouln't worry about mixing and matching OD to Smoke Green or whatnot. Once you've got all your pouches mounted they'll cover up the plate carrier anyway.

March 31st, 2006, 17:11	#11
Johnny Rotten Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario	Hmmm, that's a good point. By the time I load up the plate carrier, most of it will be hidden. Now you've really got me thinking about going for it.

March 31st, 2006, 18:15	#12
Johnny Rotten Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario	I took the plunge, just ordered one in ranger gren from daves, along with a few pistol mag and utility pouches. Can't wait to set it all up. Will post pics eventually.

March 31st, 2006, 18:42	#13
MadMorbius Guest Trader rating	After a few hours of rolling through the dirt, the color difference won't matter anyway.

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