Caleb's Personal Gear for Gunfighter Gauntlet

Published on June 12, 2024
Duration: 20:06

Caleb from Brownells details his personal gear setup for the Gunfighter Gauntlet competition's Armored Core Division. He covers his preferred rifle and handgun, emphasizing the need for traditional rifle calibers. The video focuses on practical gear choices for durability and functionality, including specific brands and models for pants, shirts, boots, belt systems, holsters, magazine pouches, and plate carriers. He also touches on essential accessories like sunglasses and hearing protection, offering insights into why certain items were chosen for performance and comfort.

Quick Summary

Caleb from Brownells details his personal gear for the Gunfighter Gauntlet's Armored Core Division, emphasizing durability and functionality. Key items include Fjällräven pants, Velocity Systems shirts, Viktos boots, a Ferro Concepts belt, Safari Land ALS holster, SKD magazine pouches, and a Spiritus Systems LV119 plate carrier.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Gunfighter Gauntlet Gear
  2. 00:54Rifle Setup Highlights
  3. 01:48Tactical Pants: Fjällräven Värmland Trousers
  4. 04:21Tactical Shirt: Velocity Systems Rugby Shirt
  5. 05:34Sunglasses: Magpul Pivot
  6. 06:06Combat Boots: Viktos Johnny Combat
  7. 07:20Belt Setup: Ferro Concepts Bison Belt
  8. 08:40Gloves: PIG Gloves
  9. 09:13Holster: Safari Land ALS
  10. 10:03Magazine Pouches: SKD Tactical
  11. 10:43Plate Carrier: Spiritus Systems LV119
  12. 13:00Shot Timer Attachment
  13. 13:11Pouch Attachment System: One Wrap Velcro
  14. 14:00Handgun: Sig Sauer P226 Legion
  15. 18:22Hearing Protection: Walker Silencer 600s
  16. 19:34Upcoming Mock Course

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the basic requirements for the Armored Core Division of the Gunfighter Gauntlet?

The Armored Core Division requires participants to use full kit, excluding a helmet. Essential gear includes a plate carrier and a method to hold magazines, along with a rifle and handgun. A belt is also recommended for carrying additional equipment.

What type of rifle caliber is required for the Gunfighter Gauntlet?

The Gunfighter Gauntlet mandates the use of traditional rifle calibers. A 5.56x45mm caliber rifle is explicitly mentioned as a suitable option for the competition.

Which tactical pants does Caleb recommend for durability and comfort?

Caleb recommends the Fjällräven Värmland Trousers. He highlights their reinforced knees, durable G-1000 material, and ventilation zippers as key features for range use and outdoor activities.

What is Caleb's preferred plate carrier and why?

Caleb uses the Spiritus Systems LV119 plate carrier, noting its modularity and lightweight design. He prefers it in Multicam Black for aesthetic consistency and has added expander wings for quicker donning and doffing via tubes.

What are Caleb's recommendations for reliable magazine pouches?

Caleb highly recommends SKD Tactical (SKD) magazine pouches, stating he would 'never use anything else' due to their reliability and effectiveness. He has purchased them in multiple colors to match his gear.

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