Jungle Kit owners hate him for this one simple trick
If there’s one thing the British are good at, it’s using outdated equipment (and forms of government). So, after close to 32 years of using pre-shrunk canvas webbing that was essentially the same webbing they used for two World Wars, they finally decided to upgrade. The 1958 webbing was almost as old as the Queen for crying out loud. They replaced it with a surprisingly modern belt system that still holds up today.
The Personal Load Carrying Equipment or PLCE was leaps and bounds ahead of the older 1958 webbing. Featuring double layer IRR treated, 1000D Cordura along with more modern buckle, velcro and press stud fasteners. This is a surprisingly modern iteration of belt kit. Especially considering it was originally designed in the late 1980’s.
The four double mag pouches can hold up 3 STANAGS per pouch with an overall carrying capacity of 12 magazines (since the British can’t own guns they must subscribe to the accuracy by volume meta). The two generously sized GP pouches can hold enough rations (or sweet treats) to sustain you for up to 48 hours. Plus the PLCE webbing is designed to work in combination with a pack as well if you plan on a longer recce™.
Surprisingly modern, and priced right. The surplus god’s have smiled upon us and we wish to pass their blessings on to you.
Features
Condition
Webbing Sets are in excellent condition with no tears, rips, or missing hardware.
Wish it came with one more canteen pouch but still completely usable and in great condition. Too bad the waist pads are difficult to acquire without overpaying for shipping.
- Exactly as described. In great working condition.
- The British attachment system is easy to use making setup quick and painless.
- It's great for carrying ammo along with a large pack.
- A far more economical option in comparison to more modern web type or chest rig setups available today
It fits perfectly I wear it every time I go hiking geared up
Yoke: mega comfy
Magazine pouches: present
Canteen pouch= perfect for not putting canteens in.
Bayonet scabbard:
Overall its a good kit, bulky but better thought out than the alice, but lacks some of the modularity of the latter. For 40 bucks, can't go wrong.
Came in good shape with some of that great surplus smell and a couple of packets of instant veggie stock lol.