Competition Loadout - ROKC 2024

This video details the author's competition loadout for the 2026 Moons Out Night Vision Competition, held at Echo Valley Training Center in West Virginia. It covers clothing, footwear, night vision equipment, firearms (an AR-15 and a lever gun), ammunition, and various accessories. The author shares insights into the performance of his gear, particularly highlighting challenges faced due to weather and firearm malfunctions, offering practical lessons learned from the event.

This video showcases two popular AK-pattern firearms: the Zastava M70 rifle and the Draco Full Size pistol. Both are chambered in 7.62x39mm and feature distinct characteristics, with the M70 sporting wood furniture and an optic rail, while the Draco is presented as a pistol variant with a folding brace and windowed magazine. The content highlights visual aspects and common configurations for these firearms.

This video showcases Stage 9, "Fire & Ice," from the Finnish Brutality 2025 competition. The description provides multiple links to Kit Badger's website for merchandise, support, and a detailed breakdown of the gear used in the competition loadout. It also includes relevant hashtags like #kitbadger, #varusteleka, and #competition, indicating a focus on tactical gear and competitive shooting events.

This video details a friendly rifle competition between a PSA Dissipator build and a Zastava M70, focusing on 50-yard group shooting. The competition highlights differences in rifle platforms, ammunition types, and sighting systems (iron sights vs. red dot optic). The participants engage in multiple rounds, including a timed drill with reloads, showcasing practical shooting scenarios and friendly rivalry.

Ivan from Kit Badger details his competition loadout for Finnish Brutality 2024, a two-gun competition with physical challenges. He covers his gear from footwear to headwear, emphasizing practical choices for the event's demanding nature. The loadout includes specific brands like Lowa, 5.11 Tactical, Smith Optics, Verica, and Ops-Core, highlighting their performance in muddy and challenging conditions. Ivan also discusses borrowed firearms, a customized AK-47, and a Glock 19, sharing insights on their performance and potential issues encountered during the competition.

This video showcases the Zastava M70 AK-47, highlighting its features and the shooter's enjoyment of its operation. It demonstrates proper AK magazine insertion technique, shooting drills at 15 and 20 yards with a timer, and discusses the firearm's weight and potential modifications. The shooter expresses a newfound appreciation for AK platforms.

This entry synthesizes expert insights from Ivan of Kit Badger, a contractor with six years of experience. It details the financial incentives, lifestyle benefits, and mental health support available in security contracting, while also cautioning against common pitfalls like lifestyle creep and the impact on family life. A strong emphasis is placed on having a clear exit strategy from the outset.

This guide details the customization of a Ruger American .308 rifle, transforming it into a more capable precision tool. The process involves upgrading the stock to a Magpul Hunter, installing a higher-magnification Bushnell optic, and professionally shortening and threading the barrel for suppressor use. Expert insights from the video highlight that even with a 16.5-inch barrel, the rifle can maintain 1-1.5 MOA accuracy with quality match ammunition, making it a versatile option for hunting or utility.

This guide outlines how to get started in security contracting, drawing insights from former Marine Corps infantry and security contractor Ivan of Kit Badger. It emphasizes the importance of understanding contract types, the necessity of military or specialized law enforcement experience, and the rigorous vetting processes involved. Networking is highlighted as the most effective way to secure employment in this field, with a strong recommendation to obtain a TS/SCI clearance for high-paying opportunities.

This guide details a professional pistol painting technique demonstrated by Ivan from Kit Badger. It covers essential preparation, including thorough masking and degreasing, followed by a multi-layer application process using spray paints and stencils for a durable camouflage finish. The technique aims to enhance personalization and provide scratch and corrosion resistance.