the loadout challenge bracket 1 (budget)

[AirsoftTed]

In that case I'll be able to include some more accessories and things when my loadout is finished...

Will be back when funds allow

 

[Airsoft-Ed]

Well my Osprey with pouches was £150.

Desert Lowa boots were £10 - grade 2.

PCS MTP kit was £40 for UBACS and combats.

Mk VII helmet with cover was £80.

Blackhawk knee pads were £20.

Dump pouch was £20.

Pistol mag pouches were £15.

Holster was £30ish, so considering it's mostly proper military grade stuff I think I got some mega bargins in there.

£365 for the stuff I wear. Though I've probably missed something really obvious...

But then there's my pistol which was £160 with 3 mags, though I don't tend to carry it these days.

My radio with headset and PTT which was about £55.

My rifle, which including batteries, chargers and especially magazines is easily pushing the £1500 mark at the moment, probably closer to £1650 after my most recent purchases and even with nothing added to it would've still been over £300.

That's all without even considering the additional costs of having it all posted to me.

I think I'd be physically incapable of putting a load-out together that I'd actually personally use for under £400.

It's a surprisingly difficult challenge.

The cheapest load-out I've ever had was when I got my first AEG, MP5 was £220, 8 mags were £50, basic hiking trousers and long sleeve top came to about £50, boots were £60 and my Viper rig was £35, so that's a load-out for £380. Jesus even that barely qualifies! My boots were reduced from £110 as well!

I didn't even count my eye pro or knee pads!

I swear this is impossible... Especially if you want to include any proper mag carrying rigs, plate carriers etc etc.

 

[adam bussey]

you can not enter with out photos please post photos because its mainly about looks as well as functionality

and dont forget that at the end of summer there will be a vote for each category.

 

[Sam_G]

Where did you get a PLB for £25? Must be second hand I assume

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Yes mate. Second hand but as new. that came with 2 WAS closed double mag pouches.

 

[Zak Da Mack]

Flecktarn Boonie - £9

Flecktarn Trousers - £20

Flecktarn Jacket - £5

Mask - £10

German Para Boots - £25

Leg Ties - £2.50

Shemagh - £10

Water Bottle - £11

Olive Drop Leg Holster - £11

Custom Mag Holder - £5

Viper Belt - £10

UHC W700 (w/ scope and bipod) - £135

HFC 1911 - £30

Total = £283.50 (WOW. That racked up quickly)

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[Unrustle_Thine_Jimmies]

Okay,going to re-do mine now,factoring in everything.

Main Weapon- VSR 10 Gspec----------------------------------------------------------------320€

Upgrades to VSR-Laylax Neo Piston,Spring guide,sear set,PDI barrel spacers----100€

Scope-Strike 3-9x40E Scope-------------------------------------------------------------------50€

Bipod-ACM Harris Bipod-------------------------------------------------------------------------12€
Secondary- KJW m9-----------------------------------------------------------------------------90€
BDU-Russian M21 'Les' BDU--------------------------------------------------------------------20€
Rig-Belt+Pouches+Shoulder holster/harness------------------------------------------------15€

Protection-Low Profile steel mesh glasses,Balaclava,elbow+knee pads--------------38€
Accessories- Camo mesh,VSR 10 magazines,KJW M9 Magazines,water canteen--50€
Boots- Russian summer patrol boot----------------------------------------------------------30€
Total=725€/612£

Wow...Just...Wow...

 

[adam bussey]

PICTURES this is a contest on how the kit looks not how much it costs

 

[Airsoft-Ed]

I think we're all under the impression that the competition was only for kit that came to less than £400.

All the people who have posted their kit list with no pictures have kit which totalled over £400.

 

[Nickona]

Was the aim to have a contest for people who didnt have very expensive Gucci kit? If so you probably should have mentioned that...

 

[adam bussey]

ok back to how it started also it was a challenge for those of you with expensive kit to try and find cheaper alternatives

 

[Airsoft-Ed]

Oh right, I think I misunderstood then.

Personally I don't feel a need to look for cheaper alternatives... Why would I when I already have everything that I bought at the prices that I did? I tried to find it for the cheapest I could in the first place, looking again and finding it for less would just be depressing lol.

I think it ought to be a competition for people who have built up a practical loadout for under £400, to list what they got, where from and post pictures and then out of those entries we ought to pick a winner.

It'd be a nice insight for new players to look for a full range of entry level kit to get them completely up off the ground and on their airsofterly feet for their first steps into the frays of buying guns, kit, accessories and tacticool gadgets that are just for show, as well as practical accessories and safety gear.

The winning loadout and 2 runners up could be added to the beginners guide with everything about the loadout's fully detailed. I think that'd be a great contribution to the forums, as well as airsofters in general.

 

[adam bussey]

Oh right, I think I misunderstood then.

Personally I don't feel a need to look for cheaper alternatives... Why would I when I already have everything that I bought at the prices that I did? I tried to find it for the cheapest I could in the first place, looking again and finding it for less would just be depressing lol.

I think it ought to be a competition for people who have built up a practical loadout for under £400, to list what they got, where from and post pictures and then out of those entries we ought to pick a winner.

It'd be a nice insight for new players to look for a full range of entry level kit to get them completely up off the ground and on their airsofterly feet for their first steps into the frays of buying guns, kit, accessories and tacticool gadgets that are just for show, as well as practical accessories and safety gear.

The winning loadout and 2 runners up could be added to the beginners guide with everything about the loadout's fully detailed. I think that'd be a great contribution to the forums, as well as airsofters in general.

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exactly

 

[Sam_G]

Can I suggest a loadout competition that does not factor a min or max cost.

Kit list with prices you paid and a single over all picture?

 

[adam bussey]

it's meant to be a loadout on a budget contest.

 

[Nickona]

Yea I get what you mean Adam

Its a nice idea!

 

[Sam_G]

OK you just need to clarify what is to be included...................and then maybe restart the topic.

My idea of a loadout should/could include:

Load carrying kit (belt rig/PC etc)

clothing (trousers, top, jacket, scarf, gloves etc)

boots

head wear (ball cap, helmet etc)

Eye protection

Accessories? (radios/headsets etc.)

weapons? (primary, sidearm)

Mags? (primary,sidearm)

Weapon accessories? (optics, grip, torch)

List things under heading to make it clear. Would also suggest ONE picture of the overall kit.

Whilst i like the "on a budget" idea i thnk that many people dont have a budget kit and budget is sometimes budget for a reason and new players need to know the cost of a range of kit not just the cheapo stuff.

Just my suggestion.

 

[Nickona]

If you're trying to do budget kit I wouldn't include weapons in the cost, loadout tends to refer just to kit anyway

 

[Sam_G]

I agree in the most part but some loadouts/impressions are built around the weapon.

 

[M_P]

The problem is that if its built to a budget the chances are (as juni0r said) its a new player. Older /more experienced players aren't likely to cut down or get new stuff for this.

I +1 that a general competition would be better not taking into account cost, thus making it fair for everyone.

 

[Airsoft-Ed]

What if we had two separate threads? One for experienced and one for new players on a budget?

'Cos I think it's the newer players that are going to need a helping hand in knowing what sort of stuff to buy and where to get it from.