Battle Belt Setups with Navy SEAL Mark "Coch" Cochiolo

Published on December 1, 2020
Duration: 10:58

This video details the evolution of battle belt setups as experienced by former Navy SEAL Mark "Coch" Cochiolo. It covers historical rigs from shipboarding and the Iraq invasion, highlighting specific components like Safariland holsters and modified suspenders. The discussion progresses to modern two-belt systems utilizing Velcro and lightweight, Kydex-insert pouches from brands like Esstac and Blue Force Gear, emphasizing improved stability and modularity.

Quick Summary

Modern battle belts utilize a two-belt system (inner and outer) secured by Velcro for enhanced stability and reduced shifting. They feature lightweight pouches, often with Kydex inserts, from brands like Esstac and Blue Force Gear, improving gear retention and accessibility.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Evolution of Battle Belts
  2. 00:15Old Shipboarding Battle Belt Rig
  3. 02:32Iraq Invasion Rig Details
  4. 05:41Late-Career Tactical Belt Setup
  5. 08:14Modern Two-Belt Systems Explained

Frequently Asked Questions

What were some key components of early Navy SEAL battle belt setups?

Early Navy SEAL battle belts, like the shipboarding rig, featured suspenders, a Safariland holster, a dummy cord for the pistol, a Glock knife, a radio pouch, a waterproof gas mask bag, and MP5 magazine pouches.

How did battle belt rigs change for the Iraq invasion?

For the Iraq invasion, rigs included modified Home Depot suspenders, a padded pistol belt, a Sig 226 holster, a 40mm grenade/shotgun catch, a possibles bag for evidence, and flex cuffs, showing adaptation and specific mission needs.

What defines modern battle belt systems?

Modern battle belts typically use a two-belt system (inner and outer) secured by Velcro for enhanced stability. They feature lightweight pouches, often with Kydex inserts, from brands like Esstac and Blue Force Gear.

What is the Safariland ALS system mentioned in the video?

The Safariland ALS (Automatic Locking System) is a holster mechanism that provides secure retention for a pistol but allows for rapid draw. It was featured on a late-career rig for quick holster changes.

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