Jacob Wright

A couple of times I’ve launched chest rigs and webbing in the bath with soda crystals to soak, and then drip dry. Did the trick although I did have to clean the bath after 😂

Added an MWS to the collection. I've swapped some of the L119A1 bits over to it, so the long term plan is find a G&P Storm grip, maybe a spare upper to build a 16" one as well? And of course... magazines! And then another stock and flash hider to go back on the NGRS so I don't have to keep swapping them over 😂

No worries, glad you found it useful!

Used one on my Mk48 once, one of the legs snapped within an hour. Never looked at one again.

Slanted pistol pouches on the belt are a good shout actually.. might have to look into that!

This is my set-up, I have added pouches into both Molle sections, but as I don't tend to use the utility pouches on the outside for anything heavy or large it doesn't get too weighed down. I also find that a well set up chest-rig spreads the weight a bit better.

That's the key really - try out a few different options and see what works for you. Holster, secondary magazines, trauma kit and dump pouch is the extent of what I did have on my belt.

I've found that chest rigs and belts can be a difficult combination. Mostly this is due to any pouches (or magazines) on the belt sitting too high and fouling any pouches that sit at either side of the chest rig. For that reason I don't tend to use a belt any more, other than one to hold my holster which sits in a mid-ride holster so low enough not to be an issue. The best way round it I've found is to wear the chest rig as high as practicable, and mount pouches low on the belt if you can to buy yourself some space. However, some magazines - like AK ones - might be too high for that to make much difference. I've found that pistol magazines don't tend to be too much of an issue. As for the dangler, I wasn't sure at first but I've grown to like it, really handy for holding MK5's, pistol magazines, snacks..... Give it a go and see what you think.

I wear a Garmin Instinct 2, it tends to be covered by the cuff of my gloves or sleeves. No massive concerns with it being damaged, it survived being knocked about hooking up cars in my last job and a few Milsims since.

I mean, I like a Glock but I wouldn’t be paying £200 for one. I guess we’ll see how well they sell!

Hate to flog a dead horse - but they've just released a new website.... New owners incoming? https://wolfarmouries.co.uk

No you're right, I remember this as well. It was an online form of some kind, either that or they've just harvested more data from us 😂

Why can’t they go back to the V1 magazine design! This is how I spent my evening!

If it’s a UKSF style one you’re after, I had to mine custom made.

When I bought my NGRS MP5A5 they were the cheapest retailer too - and delivered within 24 hours at no extra cost. From my experience, it will be a shame to see them go.

Anyone know where I can get a set of Gen 5 magazine O-rings? Both of mine are leaking and my google skills are letting me down…

Sounds like you've fixed it, but yes undo the body pins and there's an Allen bolt in the rear of the receiver. Took me a while to figure out as well, I think it's a common thing across Classic Army/ASG branded platforms as well.

I just had the exact same thought 😂 back when the Magpul gear was all the rage, along with those 'Art of the Tactical x' videos they made!

Bought myself a new holster for when I’m not running a battle belt. Picked up an IMI one for £20 at UK Tactical. Was delivered pretty quick, my Glock 19 Gen 3 fits perfectly with good retention - but the Glock 17 Gen 5 doesn’t. It seems the ambi slide release is catching on the inside of the holster, so I’ll have to dremel it down slightly.

Played my first game of 2025 with a mate at Combat Airsoft Thetford today, we both agreed it was a great day. The owners have done a bit of work in some of the game areas which helped to change things up a bit, and everyone seemed to get involved in the games which was nice. One repeat non-hit taking offender which was a bit annoying but they left early anyway. Really happy with the L119A1 today, did take the Glock 17 along but never had a chance to use it. If the rest of the years airsoft is like today, then it'll be a good year.

Yes, definitely. I've always found the Marshals friendly and fair, and as a group we enjoy the different types of games they run there. Pragmatically - you could probably apply the approach to anywhere: it comes down to personal preference and experience on the day. I went to the RIFT Battery at the beginning of 2024, really well run and good fun - but I'm not the biggest fan of CQB so wouldn't go back. It's funny you should mention AWA, I haven't played there in about 12-13 years and although I'm sure its improved, those few bad experiences from many years ago mean I probably won't go back. So overall I'm not saying that deciding whether to go or not based upon other players reviews of sites is a waste of time, in fact some reviews are really handy (Asomodai review series) - but sometimes its probably worth going and having a look for yourself.

Emergencychimps - I think you’ve put it far better than I could. I’ve only been playing at Tuddenham on and off for the past 3 years, had some really good days and a couple less so - but on the whole myself and the team keep going back as it’s close by and overall not a bad site. To highlight the matter of perspective, I’m pretty sure I was at that September games and only noted one episode of non hit-taking all day - yet you clearly had a completely different experience. Completely understand why the OP may be reluctant to return, I think 3 opportunities would be my limit as well.

Sounds a bit like what happened with Rivus Fleet, or Babcocks. Can’t remember now he kept the Met servicing contract.

That is ridiculously cool 😎

Just spotted this thread at a rather timely moment, as I’m currently pondering a battle belt. I currently run either a Platatac Peackeeper or Arktis chest rig, and sidearm just on my trouser belt. The chest rigs are great but at the last few games I played I could have done with just a battle belt. In the past I’ve used a Blackhawk Molle belt with Esstac Kywi’s and various other pouches, but the Blackhawk belt isn’t the most comfortable and shifts around a lot due to the lack of an ‘inner’ belt like you see on a lot of modern shooters belts, especially once you’ve added a couple of magazines onto it. I’ve stumbled across the Light Ops Belts from Dragon Supplies, and apart for being in MTP they look pretty spot on. The pouches are stitched to the outer belt, but would allow me to carry 3 primary magazines, 3 secondary magazines and a couple of small utility pouches for anything else. Currently got some Christmas money burning a hole in my pocket, so I’ll let you know how I get on!