At 4:33 Something I kinda spaced out on: placards exist the are only mag pouches. I'm either oblivious, or they didn't exist when I put this JPC together. Likely the first. So when I refer to placards I'm referring to micro-rig placards (D3CRM, modulus, spiritus mk4 etc.)

@Bikelife_505

Жыл бұрын

Do you have a link on this knock off pack

@enb3810

Жыл бұрын

@@Bikelife_505 did you ever find it? If it works after 3 years I'm willing to try it if it's $60 or less.

JPC more like SAG Haha get it cause the rear bag just never stays put

Thanks for doing this. So many people are focused on the latest and greatest, we rarely get to see a long term review. I've had my Velocity Systems LEPC for almost five years now and it's still going strong.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

glad you enjoyed it

@betovargas9671

Жыл бұрын

I have the same carrier. Love it

I can tell by the wear on the carrier you did a real review, I can tell you definitely put time in time in with it and I can appreciate that

Been running the same 1.0 for five years, and it is surprisingly still alive and fully functional. For the rear bungies, I used simple double overhand knots and wrapped them in duct tape. They've stayed secure since day one. I hope that helps!

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

ill try that, thanks

@tsi-rocket4144

Жыл бұрын

I taped the knots as soon as it was fit to me. I also ordered extra shock cord for just in case

@MrSwccguy

Жыл бұрын

You can secure them with s clips.

Thanks for this. I appreciate your honesty with not reviewing other carriers, I've had 3 thus far and the breathability is a big thing for me. My favorite has been the Defense Mechanisms carrier with Beez shoulder pads and cummerbund but I've had that all for a year and living in the Great Lakes area I don't have the ability to get out and shoot in it as often as I would like. I really wanted the JPC to be better than it is, as it seems as just a great way to hold plates (which not all PC do). I first got a banshee which works but I hated shouldering a rifle in it, and I've had the AWS which (when it was cheap) but doesn't breathe at all and I actually like a placard system as I often switch between 300aac, 5.56, and 7.62Nato. I love your review of the Haley Pack as I have an old chestrig and dangler I bought on Armslist for $75 and while it has held up well, wouldn't pay much more when I can find others that do the same or better for so much less.

The best kinds of gun YT videos are the b roll footage while we get into the weeds about random things that don’t really matter. Love this stuff

Thanks for another good vid! I used a JPC 1.0 for a couple years for work, and I still think it’s one of the best “utility per dollar” carriers on the market. A couple thoughts about the Tubes: for me and probably a lot of folks, they’re not so much about the quick on and off capability as they are for other factors. Velcro wears out with each use, which can be a significant issue if you’re using your carrier frequently. And speaking as an Alaska resident, I quickly started to shy away from almost any Velcro-secured system after realizing that it becomes nearly useless as soon as you get it clogged up with snow. Been on the Tube train for a bit now mostly for those two reasons. And with newer Tubes bunds like the AXL Equinox, you gain rigidity and don’t lose PALS real estate.

It’s amazing how good the Chinese knock offs work compared to the insanely overpriced name brand gear. Some of these name brand guys sell the straps for their gear separately! Cough, cough, Spiritus 😂

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

I get making a profit. but the margins are getting a little bit nutty.

@jiriroth6170

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts Would you know the brand of that pack? first that come to mind is Emersongear

@jiriroth6170

Жыл бұрын

Update: I looked it up and based on your zipper pulls it seems it's really just complete no-brand for 55$ on aliexpress lol. It's not emersongear (which cost 2x of this no-brand) that one has black heat shring rubber on zipper pulls.

@enb3810

Жыл бұрын

@@jiriroth6170 damn I can't find it.

@hunterstephens2300

Жыл бұрын

Chinese knock offs are good until you beat it up in a duty or military field. Then you realize why things cost more. It’s a lot more stress on stitching etc.

I've been using the jpc 1.0 for work over the last few months, 8+ hour days, lvl4 plates. Compared to my speritus, it's way more comfortable to me. I am slightly concerned about the long-term durability, due to my rifle sling rubbing heavily on the back lazer cut stuff. All things considered though, I'm happy with it.

@enb3810

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I had a spiritus lv119 that was okay, but the shoulder straps rubbed me raw. The jpc straps are so much better imo

Yessssss a 20min BF vid. Something about listening to your voice while I change my kit around. Adding another rifle kiwi to my Orion. 🤙🏻

@brookford1206

Жыл бұрын

Tactical ASMR 😂

If you end up with a heavier load, you might like the HSGI shoulder pads. I threw them on my Grey Ghost PC and they're amazing. I ran a handful of AK mags along with my L4 plates, and it didn't eat my shoulders during some work outs.

Interesting what you think about a pistol. I don’t just think of it as a backup weapon but as a smaller one handed weapon when needed. Ladders, crawl spaces, transporting a injured teammate, etc are all times where I may not be able to use my rifle.

Been running a JPC 2.0 for Duty for 3 years now. Love it, I didn't have a hard time getting an infantryman loadout onto it. The shoulder pads don't bug me that much, but some better pads would be nice.

6:13 Amen brother 🦅 love the knowledge & insight on these vids 🔥

Hey brass facts, super cool to see this. Been following you for some time. Definitely would love to pick your brain. Thanks for being objective above all man.

In first from Subscribestar. Keep the content coming Brock!

Would also love to see your comms set up in greater detail. I mostly just want something I can talk to my team on during LARP sessions or land patrols, so I'm not going to spend a fortune.

I use tubes for the simple fact that I hate Velcro lol. I hate being in the woods trying to be sneaky and you hear that crazy loud SHRRRRRREEET. I run placards becuz it’s less kit to have to pack. I normally have a slick or slickish plate carrier stowed in my sustainment load and I’ll run around with a belt and a chest rig. If contact is probable or if I’m going to do a deliberate attack I’ll un pack the Plate carrier and slap on my chest rig and I’m ready to go. But to each his own man. Great video as always

I've been using my jpc 1.0 since 2011ish I run it very plain, a source bladder on the back and thats it, I use a battle belt with suspenders for first line gear.

You should do a coms breakdown. Personally I have been trying to get mine setup but would really benefit from your experience.

Great video, as always. You’ve mentioned this in a few videos and I would love to hear an elaboration. You say that you don’t need to carry large amounts of ammo, and that if you did have that need you could carry them in a backpack. Solid workaround. However, my view on the issue is this: If I’m solo, or with a small team, I want the ability to rapidly access as much ammunition as possible. I prioritize the amount of magazines my kit can carry because numbers are NOT to my advantage in a gunfight, and thus having an excess of ammunition to sling hopefully tips the scale back in my favor. This is all of course assuming that the situation warrants full kit. What are your thoughts?

Quick comment on the FS tubes. I like them myself, run one of their carriers currently, but something else that is a negative is with the tubes you lose storage space on the cummerbund/front of the plate carrier, you can't have a 4-5 AR mag setup that blends across the plate bag and Cummerbund because those tubes are in the way. That being said, big comfy, super quick, and a great way to vent heat by just undoing one side and getting more space between you and the plates Nice video, subscribed a while ago for lefty appreciation and dog

@joeblow9284

Жыл бұрын

Actually, if you use defense mechanism’s side kick pouches, they’ll attach to your placard and sit in front, or behind (your choice), of your tubes and give you all the space you miss w tubes. They’re a great company. 👍🏻

@Zoraxon

Жыл бұрын

Ooh, thanks for the suggestion, I'll take a peek into that

@joeblow9284

Жыл бұрын

@@Zoraxon Google luck!

Let me make some suggestions...try them, you may find that they help. The small admin pouch at thep of your carrier IS meant for 3x5 cards. Write down radio frequency, call sign , etc...keep them handy. Maps are meant to go in the kangaroo pouch. Laminate them...they last longer. Get yourself a proper mag pouch and molle it to to the front. I recommend old school six mag pouches with elastic holders and velcro flaps. Retention is excellent and i can't understate the value of keeping debris out of your mags. Lastly, it's ok for the first aid kit to go on your back. It's meant to be used on you...not used by you. Let's face it, after you get shot your ability to triage and self administer first aid will be impaired. On the back panel protects the first aid supplies for when you really need them. Hope some of that helps, Phil

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

thanks for the input. Ill consider that

I have the og jpc and have tried a few backpacks,the haley flat pack 2.0 works great with it.

Nothing beats a classic

Maybe there's a video I missed, but would love to hear your take on battle belts. In my system battle belt is first line with absolute essentials: some rifle (20 rd) and pistol mags, multi tool, and ifak. Then, plate carrier for higher threat or more overt warlike situations, with more rifle mags, radio, etc.

5:22 speaking of the admin pouch, u can get admin zipper inserts and it makes it much more usable.

I love this guy's sarcastic straight to the point tone as if he's talking shit to you as you watch his videos 🤣🤣

Just bought the primary arms GLx 2.5-10 because of you, maybe now it’s time to upgrade my LAPG plate carrier 😅😂

for when you were talking about pistols: the JPC doesnt even need additional pistol mag pouches, the tiny ass admin pouch on the front plate is designed to carry 3? glock mags.

I love my JPC 2.0, after watching your video it doesn’t seem super different from the 1.0. That Kydex insert is cool tho

Good to know about the JPC sag. I’ve been a fan of the channel for a while and have been looking into the JPC for a while. This video made the decision between 1.0 and 2.0 much easier. But the price point plus the sag is a bit of a turn off for me. However I came back to this video to see the long term wear once again after a buddy of mine offered to sell his JPC 1.0 (which is the one I decided on before I heard about the sag plus price point issue) plus a battle belt and a few pouches for both that he bought and came in at the wrong size (he’s an L guy and ended up getting sent M gear, I’m a M guy), all for $60. I think I’m gonna jump in since at $60 for all of it, the sag will be less of an issue and a little more justifiable

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

oh yeah send it. It's vastly overstated. at 60 bucks it's a steal. send it.

@BigSargeOTM

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts oh 100% I’m going full send for $60. Dude has been just trying to get rid of extra shit he has for a while and basically gave me a 3D printer. In exchange all he wanted was for me to buy him Bojangles. I’ve got a family that I’m supporting on nothing but my active duty E-5 salary, and with the way the economy has been, extra stuff that I want like NODs, comms, plate carriers, etc. (like the expensive big gear purchases) are pretty hard to justify with how tight the budget already is. But $60 for it plus a battle belt is a steal for sure. He said he’d hold both for me specifically while I thought over the decision too which is pretty awesome

I would love to get an updated more modern PC but money for ammo and guns to fill different roles and gear for different roles comes first. I love my Eagle scaleable PC but the lack of a easier to change securing system for the cummerbun, lack of ventilation, and excess of material on the side of the plate bags make it a bit much but 🤷🏻‍♂️ it works.

Hey man love your content!! Wondering where you prefer to keep your first aid/trauma pack?? on the belt? on the PC?

Great video thank you!

I wish SKD would do a PIG 2.0. The PIG is still my favorite PC I’ve ever used, or tried on.

I have 1 soft vest ,1 full set up that was from Iraq in 2008 I think ..and chest rig ..I definitely would love more great info

Can you do a video on how you set up your uv5r to get the most out of it and also the basics of using it for “team comms” (I’m worried I’ll have some friends before I fully know what I’m doing)

Great video!

The Crye stuff is considered the standard to which similar low profile PCs are considered for a reason. It really is still the best. Others offer superficially useful features that make sense to a newbie buyer but don't actually matter (the HRT is probably the biggest offender, along with the Spiritus, FCPC/Slickster, and the now ad nauseum variations of them) and lack comparable durability. The JPC 1.0 uses a thin minimalist shoulder strap that is intended to be consumable. It's still a solid design but it's also nearly 15 years old now. The follow up SPC fixes pretty much every shortcoming the JPC has (can fit 10x12s or thicker than SAPI, placard ready out of the box, etc) and fills the same role while being lighter and able to handle more weight.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

I might need to try a SPC... Or I can light some money on fire and try a HSP PC

@DD-hz3ts

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts Think of the HSP more as a sidegrade AVS rather than an SPC/JPC competitor. Like the AVS you can use the rigid minimalist cummerbund but it's at its best as a system of switching between that and the "patrol" load bearing cummerbund. That being said the HSP uses velcro vs the cordage, so that alone may sway your opinion. If you do take the plunge you'll be very happy with it I think.

@joeblow9284

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts HSP has got to be the most overrated 2A company around. HARD pass for me on all of their products. I’ve used them and they’ve all failed in record breaking time. Never again.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

@@joeblow9284 I dont want to get into my opinions to much, but it's not far off. I just really want to see if 3mo of straight of trailers, and 400 bucks results in a meme or a an actual okay plate carrier

@joeblow9284

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts 😂 Fair enough. 👍🏻

Looking forward to the comms video

Hell yeah, Thanks for representing the soda gang! Whenever I see a news story about lead in drinking water, I could care less. So long as there's not lead in diet mountain dew, I'll be fine!

Eagle industries MMAC shoulder pads work well with the jpc.

Totally agree 100% about the handgun comment.

You have that comms video coming? Not just the setup but a video on how your comm plan works sounds interesting.

Good stuff 👍

The straps are why I’ve held off picking up a JPC. picking up an ATS aegis 3 soon to replace my outdated KDH spc

Luv your dog dude!

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

me too

Qore Performance pads for the win .

That’s exactly why I run an american flag patch on my plate carrier even tho I’m Italian 5:48

Impressive... Very nice, Let's see Paul Allen JPC

The gear the Crye Precision makes (not the clothing/uniforms) is specifically designed for special force units with multiple mission sets and an unlimited government budget.. The gear is not designed for civilian/militia units. There is too much velcro going on with the kit they design and the zippers are completely unnecessary. Laser cut MOLLE and thin mesh materials cannot be field repaired like traditional MOLLE webbing can. Most people are only going to have one mission set that they will specialize in so scalable kit is not a requirement and is likely more unstable for long term usage. Something like the T.Rex Arms AC1 is a great scalable option because it take all sorts of chest rigs and magazine pouches but it doesn't have the ability to easily run side plates which is a huge negative to me personally. Even if you think running hard armor on the side is cumbersome, you still need something to catch frag so you need soft armor at a minimum.

The straps are likely Hypalon. The plasticizers will eventually break down due to UV and age and the flexibility and strength will be diminished.

I didn't think I sweat either till I moved to the south. humidity is a beach. 😂

Yo should do a dedicated helmet overview and philosophy for civ. Use...

Brass Facts Friday!

If you wanted to get the Crye, but adorn it with the best value in pouches, what brands would you lean towards? Any American brands that are frugal?

Good stuff. I still disagree on the mags, especially if you're running the HSP knock off rig vs. a backpack. With a backpack at least you can quickly take off in a fight and swap mags. Thinking through scenarios, it seems most likely that 1. You won't fire a shot and you'll need no mags 2. You fire one or just a handful of shots from one mag or 3. You get in a legit firefight and need like 6-10 mags. Can't imagine many firefights (even if breaking contact) where you'll be happy with 3 accessible mags.

@MrSwccguy

Жыл бұрын

You're a civil, there will be no prolonged firefights

13:49 I have a buddy who does PSD professionally, and he suggests using earbuds under your earpro instead of an aux cable. In your experience, have you had the aux cable break, unplug. or otherwise be flimsy?

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

no yet. it's tied to the helmet, so it's much harder to snag or otherwise tear out. It's suboptimal in the sense that, yeah. There is a failure point vs a comtac style system

Would you be able to do some reviews of some less expensive plate carriers? For instance, the Shellback Tactical Banshee series or something like that? Keep it up, in either case!

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

I'll be honest, I hate reviewing plate carriers. It likely won't be a focus of the channel

@RomanicusSparticus

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts well that’s lame. Not really, I get it. I don’t *like* to wear a plate carrier. Just need to be prepared for whatever eventuality.

Rah America. Rah American Flag. Well said on the flag patch

The front pouch is why I chose the 1.0 over the 2.0 too. I had to wait for 4 months for mine though during covid because crye let me buy something they didn't have at that time.

@wolfgang_h3t

Жыл бұрын

I went through similar on a jpc 2.0, they were surprisingly quick to cancel the order when I saw it'd take around 6 months though.

@beachdrugpanda

Жыл бұрын

@@wolfgang_h3t did you wait for it or cancel the order

@wolfgang_h3t

Жыл бұрын

@@beachdrugpanda I cancelled, coulda worded that better ig lol

@beachdrugpanda

Жыл бұрын

@@wolfgang_h3t yeah if I had to wait 6 months instead of 3 I would have done the same

666 views when I saw this, I knew you were the devil, now there is proof. No other explanation. Thanks for continuing giving us awesome info!!

The old ways are the best ways.

happen to remember what brand that amazon knockoff pack is? Even if they don't make that pack anymore, a brand making cheap IR compliant stuff in general is worth checking out.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

no idea. sorry I think they're entirely defunked.

@Divenity

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts Ah, that sucks...

@jiriroth6170

Жыл бұрын

I looked it up and based on those zipper pulls it seems it's really just complete no-brand for 55$ on aliexpress. It's not emersongear (which cost 2x of this no-brand) that one has black heat shring rubber on zipper pulls. I found it named as "Flatpack D3 Tactical Backpack Hydration" something something.

When I wire my Walkers to the Btech PTT I can hear transmissions but I lose the PTT. Is this normal or am I missing something?

Do you and hop coordinate video releases or is it coincidence you guys always drop new vids close to each other

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

coincidence

Thanks for the video. Any chance you have a link for that knock off bag?

@Edub816

Жыл бұрын

Did you ever figure it out? I’m here for the same reason.

@jacobk1160

Жыл бұрын

@@Edub816 I never got a response on here and I asked him on instagram and he said he didn’t remember. I ordered both a krydex & a detech off Amazon. I could be the detech, but I don’t have nods and can’t confirm for sure.

What's the optic you are running ?

Are shoulders strap ripping off ( the part that straps attached to pc s body)with hard usage?

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

no, just stretching.

Did you ever say what plates your running?

Awesome info. Do you have a link to that Amazon bag?

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

nope, they removed the listing at some point. Company probably died.

@DonutDefense

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts what is the brand of the admin pouch on the cummerbund?

What plates are you using?

admin poch cheast seal????

Thanks for the feet peek

If you didn't already own this would it be the one you would buy?

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

I need to try some oother stuff before I can answer that.

I would take your opinion over TLD as he does some burpess in a carrier and that’s it. You’re spending years in one…. Granted it’s only one,that is gonna say a lot more than 10 minutes in 50 different ones. Sure when you first put it on there might be some hot spots but those could wear in and if you don’t spend time in it do you really know what you’re talking about? Idk just a thought but i think it would be hard to do a good review/comparison as there are so many and it would take years. I guess that’s my problem with a lot of reviews… does 1000 rounds say if a gun is good? Ehh maybe. Does taking a flash light out of a box and shining it at a tree line tell you if it’s good in the long term? Ehh maybe? Lol i like the more “over view” style show what comes with the product how it works and a little of your experience.🤷‍♂️

RAD!

Doggo=like

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

that's my secret sauce. This is a dog channel.

I began watching because of the tactical lesbian, I subbed for the doggo.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

haha, what weird sentence that I can completely understand

God bless America...🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

3:45 add them to the wiki boys

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

haha, took me a second

love shelved my American flags for Virginian flags

Can you provide the link to the knockoff flat pack?

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

doesn't exist anymore I think

@Thorax321

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts no worries, thanks!

Dunno man, placards done right are the way. You can set up one PC with all your gear, comms, etc, and then slap on the appropriate placard for the "mission", or just the weapon you're running. Beats hell out of having three or four PCs, or taking the time to weave MOLLE when LARPing with 5.56, or 9mm, or .308, etc. Stand-alone Chest rig functionality on some placards is just icing on the cake. EDIT: Didn't see your comment. I'm with you there, I run my placards as mag only, no double-stack of crap on the front.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

yeah I guess I should have phrased that differently: I don't configure my mag pouches for different missions. That is handled by the bag. I also don't really buy into hotswapping placards. I think it's neat in theory, but it almost never plays out.

@Croak1

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts Works for me, that's all that matters. I do use my AR-10 a lot, so just being able to clip in that mag placard or the 5.56 is handy. I have a subgun/PCC one that I hardly ever use since I hardly ever use the PCC I put together. If I'm bagging up, it's going to be with a real rifle, and if I'm ever in a fantasy scenario where I'm trying to be covert it'll probably be with a Flux Raider, not a clunky PCC.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

@@Croak1 for sure. Do what works for you. Just explain why I don't run one. I prefer running dedicated setups.

@hjorturerlend

Жыл бұрын

@@Croak1 Certain mag pouches (TACOs, G-Codes and copies for example) can take pretty much all rifle mags. Individually kinda pricey, but beats the hazzle and cost of having separate placards for your AR-15, AK and AR-10... In my opinion.

@Croak1

Жыл бұрын

@@hjorturerlend Which is why I have a single Taco on my weak-side cummberbund, but for the front I like something slicker. For my belt, I use One-Wrap on Esstac pouches and just quick swap that way when changing loadouts. Tacos are a bit of a PITA to resize for retention too, faster to swap placards, and DM or Agilite placards are cheaper than 3x or 4x Tacos. And no freaking weaving required!

🇺🇸

only 3 mags?

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

Up front, correct. If needed I'll carry extra in a side pouch or in the bag

I really don't think putting pistol mag pouches on a chest rig is really necessary. You can run a battle belt with a holster, mag pouch plus med kit. Even extra rifle pouches. This allows for better kit choices to where if you aren't running a pistol, no problem. No battle belt needed. If you want to go with lighter armor or even a heavier armor option you keep the battle belt you have with the same med kit, pistol, and other items and change out plate carriers as needed.

@enb3810

Жыл бұрын

Eh, battle belts+backpack is really hard

Pistol stuff goes on the belt. Rifle stuff goes on the plate carrier.

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

well, that works for me because I don't run a pistol with a rifle.

yoooooyoyiyyyyyyyeeeeessss

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

yessssssssssssssssssssss

what a time to live in. dude is kinda explaining/excusing why he is rocking HIS country's flag on HIS gear. damn!

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

yeah, I get a lot of negative comments regarding stuff like that. "the flag of the feds" or something to that effect.

@skullofserpent5727

Жыл бұрын

@@BrassFacts rock on brother. they hate us cuz they ain't us!

🤙🏻👊🏻💪🏻🇺🇲

Placeholder comment so I can watch later lol

Dude. If it’s cutting into your neck after only 2 hours, that’s no bueno. Take it from someone who’s gone out for a 8 hour mission that’s turned into 2 days….more than once, prepare before hand for comfort

d2a

👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

What’s up with your boys at militia works? I ordered from them almost two weeks ago and haven’t gotten a shipping date. Emailed them multiple times and have not gotten a response. They’re really dropping the ball. Seems like a damn scam to me

dedicated systems sounds like a shitty nylon patch company

@BrassFacts

Жыл бұрын

hah! I laughed

Buddy of mine used to own a jpc2. one of the support shoulder straps broke. Thick tough gear is still better than borderline slick. Don't like thick webbing?... train more, git gud.