How a Navy SEAL sets up his Body Armor | Navy SEAL Techniques | Tactical Rifleman
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- čas přidán 4. 07. 2024
- Here at Tactical Rifleman we want to give experts and amateurs alike different points of views regarding shooting, moving, weapons, and tactics from different members of our elite military units. This week we have Jason Phalin, former Navy SEAL and founder of Arion Risk LLC, here to show you a personal version of the various body armor setups Navy SEALs utilize to perform one of a variety of mission sets. In this video, Jason walks us through his body armor setup utilized in fast assault, direct action missions and low-visibility operations where a bulky setup would hinder performance and reaction times. Navy SEALs conduct highly specialized missions all over the world and have various body armor setups to facilitate the mission. Setup is normally based on the requirements of 80% of the mission and is very operator specific. Land Warfare enduring operations require more space and surface area to enable operators to carry more equipment. Maritime operations setups, for instance, have to accommodate flotation in case of unwanted water entries as well as required safety items if inserting by helicopter over water.
I know everyone has their own opinions on placement and access of certain tactical items, but I am here to tell you, every operator is given the flexibility to organize their own kit. Certain items are an “equipment common to all” which every man must carry as standard load out, but all operators will place the gear necessary to complete their job in the platoon in whatever order they wish. By the time the platoon is ready to deploy, all members of the platoon pretty much know each others kit back and forth.
Every SEAL will have different setups but generally, the setup shown in the video is pretty close to what you would see in a typical SEAL mission. At the end of the day as long as you get the target secure while carrying your part of the loadout and look cool while doing it, that’s MISSION SUCCESS.
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"Anyone who's ever been in a firefight knows you can't get close enough to the ground". How painfully obvious yet, I didn't even consider that. What a terrifying thought to find that out the hard way.
During a bounding live fire exercise during my combat training. I learned this quick. Bounding buddy tripped, N.D. and the round hit right next to my head. I never ran mags on my front like everyone else in my shop. Got deployed, went prone for cover if I had mags on my front chest plate I'd be dead now.
@Donald Ranski Sadly most wont.
@@Jin_Kai Agree. I learned an additional lesson when in the prone position: It's damn uncomfortable (and a bit too sketchy) to be prone and have to reload when you're laying on top of your mags.
@@tommills9631 Also, why do people carry 50 trillion mags? I’m building my pc carrier and thinking “well of course mandatory 3 mag holder placard, right? HOL up” in a real firefite, you really need more than the ones in your pants/belt? You really gonna need or survive through an exchange of 100+? Just seems highly unrealistic, or people who forego side plates but carry 300 rounds, rookies.
Doubles plus pistols is crazy thick. I guess everyone fights from a vehicle nowadays.
what a cool video by a person who is obviously humble and nothing to prove. thank you
Yeah no doubt. It's not hard to find plenty of "experts" on youtube who take themselves very seriously but have zero field experience whatsoever. I would take any advice this guy was generous enough to bestow. Obviously knows what he's talking about.
This to a T.
E Mail yup. Just wants to make money through monetizing.
@@titusdaniel I'd whoop his ass! ;)
Nation777 nobody asked
5:00 LMAO. These guys are going on incredibly serious missions and they're still playing pranks on each other.
Those drop pouches are also AMAZING at turning your guy in front of you into a mobile trash can for your candy wrappers too! Real shit! 😂
They aren’t robots. People build them up to these insane standards and they freak out when they crack a joke or have some sort of personality. Think about it dude
Higher stress makes comic relief more vital, I imagine.
Everyone forgets these guys were originally grunts ahaha, once a grunt, always a grunt
When actually in combat they are serious but when moving around or when there is no enemy nearby they are just human.
"Nothing fancy, just something to distinguish me from whoever needs to get shot" the way you said this so matter of factly cracked me up.
That's what happens when your job is being a real shooter.
When bullets start flying it become VERY important to know who is supposed to be eliminated and who is not.
Never in my military career have I seen someone with a first aid kit that sits under the plate. That’s some big brain time right there
Well to be fair this is a custom plate carrier. Most units use bulky terrible issues ones that do not allow easy plate access once on. Like the army ones these days. You have to open the entire vest to release the pouch. Pain in the ass. Special units have the blessing of using whatever as long as they meet requirements.
@@FanaticDrummer these LBT plate carriers aren't custom, just mission specific, i.e. theyre designed for certain units. You can still buy them from LBT but they'll cost you a lot. And this deisgn is pretty outdated, these were worn by the SEALs back in 2011. A more modern Crye JPC or Velocity plate carrier can be had for cheaper and is more lower profile while still providing tons of real estate
@@deejay1534 There's lots of good quality plate carriers out there nowadays. Crye, Condor, or even AR500 (say what you will about their plates, but the Testudo and Testudo Lite carriers are great). It just depends on your specific mission requirement. Honestly, take your pick.
Excuse me Sir, during your career were you ever shot or injured needing medical attention in the field? Have you ever aided some with your medic af skills or used your medical kit in battle?
@@WardenWolf condor is bottom tier, they are in no way the same level as crye, velocity systems or even ferro concepts. You can do a lot better for not much more money
You can tell this seal has been through some stuff. He's got that serious look about him. God bless all that serve and are serving!! This civilian respects the hell out of you!!
your right, noticed that too..bless
God doesn't exist you muppets.
Love the dry humor, Jason. Team leaders are always "suggesting" you carry extra gear LOL. Please do more videos.
Mr W
I would also like to see more videos from this man, seems to me he has a lot to offer someone who wants to learn...
Agreed 100%
ron36105 if you want to "learn", go talk to a recruiter...
some of us cant go serve even though we want to guys cutum some slack you fuckin bad
asses that got to go fuck some shit up
Cutum? Cut him. The fuck is cutum?
Thats one fine room your in!
Youre
Yir
We need guns. Lots of guns.
Seriously, where is it??? The Matrix??
Kind of like that Matrix movie weapons room
@Josuha Micheal Long lol so true
Wow, I just learned a hell of a lot from this one little video. It goes to show what you can learn from listening and studying your gear. Thanks for this.
Thanks for watching, TR
I love the fact that keeping the drop pouch closed is important because otherwise your buddies might be putting rocks in there, and not that you might get stuck on stuff or rocks fall in without the help of your buddies haha
That time when you run into a firefight and find out you got rocks instead of mags😅
Zaintz1 that’s where you put empty mags.
That's why you should carry a sling like David did Lol
You should get him on more often, he's matter of fact, informative and ads excellent commentary.
Probably one of the best plate carrier walkthrough I've watched. Quick, concise and well made.
Cheers brother.
Thanks for the input, always good to get an operator's perspective. I agree with you on the 3 mag pouch in front, can't get low enough when things get interesting.
Jason Phalin is awesome. I love how hes humble yet has so much knowledge and experience hes willing to share with us. Great work keep it up.
Thanks for watching, TR
More with this dude. He’s squared away
M85FSLUVR Im getting more of a rectangular vibe
Such an awesome video. I always appreciate it when a SFO gives advice on gear and training. It's so easy for these guys to look down on the rest of us, but most of us just wanna be able to protect our homes and families in case of a crisis, and have a fighting chance.
I can wear it like pajamas...well said man
Has me suspecting he has. No judging here bro.
This is the best content you can ask for. Insider information on SEAL gear philosphies and tips and tricks. Amazing TR can get Jason to come in and share his years of knowledge in the teams with the public. Hopefully not sharing too much but sharing practical tips and tricks. So awesome loving it!
Jason's and Karl's plate carrier setup videos on this channel are some of the best on youtube. Between the two and compared to what the viewer has. Though they may appear to be night and day. The basics are all the same, personal preference to meet the needs. Very nice, Thank you
+1 for "control of the crap that is put in my drop pouch"
I liked the detailed explanations of 'why' - not just why you do or don't carry something, but why that exact spot, why that many, etc. All good info.
His “Why” is not going to help you. His rig fits him and his reach memory; that’s why. He is use to where everything is located; muscle memory. “Why” maybe someplace else for you. Maybe it’s easier for you to have a tourniquet further back and drop pouch closer. You figure out “Why” for yourself, by testing and training. Zero combat experience here, so when SHTF, my set up might prove stupid, but I train with it, so I can reach everything in pitch black. I’m definitely going to add/remove stuff per his suggestions and then train with the new set-up; I need that med kit, so I can ditch my bulky one. One thing we don’t have, is his radio set-up. We definitely won’t be calling in close air support.
Love Jason’s stuff. Dude is super down to earth and doesn’t act like he’s better than anyone. Great educator. I’ve been a coach for over 20 years at the college and Hs level and got into tactical training, shooting etc a few ago when I stopped coaching and missed being around my “comrades” every day. He’s got the same kind of demeanor as the athletes I played with and coached. Love dudes like him 👍🏻
Super interesting episode. Good work here brother! I enjoy your channel.
... And thank you for your service.
You should show us your rig and tell us your job in the team.
Never knew that about the carabiners. Thanks for the info
Not only very informative, but appreciative by so many of us out there eager to learn. Thank you, God Bless.
The genius is in the simplicity, form factor and weight. I’m already rethinking my gear. That’s how you know this was a good video rather than just show and tell. Thanks brother.
That may have been one of the best reviews/run downs I have seen on here. Thank you for taking the time to record this for the rest of us to watch and learn.
Thanks for watching, TR
I have body armor for a shtf situation. I’ve never thought about having to much on the front. Even though I didn’t. It’s heavy enough as is. Lol. God help me. Great video! The men and women of our Military are the best.
Ryan Macaulay 40 pushups a day run 3ml a day with 50 situps u should be good lol
I've seen some of these pathfinders and other guys packing what looks like the entire armory on their PC and there's no way they can go prone or on their side. Different mission different needs I guess. Who am I to judge? besides that was a while back and maybe more of these dudes have figured some things out the hard way.
@@olliegohard9997 40 pushups a day? Lmao maybe if you're 300 lbs
Same here with the current situation that going on I had to get a pc together and first thing I did was buy the hsg double stack mag holster although I have 8 mags now if I ever needed to prone then I’m fucked hah.
Just wanted to say thank you for the career you chose. And I think I speak for all of us civilians when I say, we feel very safe knowing there are men and women like you protecting our country.
Thanks again bro.
Eddie DeLoy there’s no women like him but yeah 😂
I just want to say. Thank you for your service. And, stay safe out there.
I was a PR ... EVERY damn where but the teams it seems. Learning some new things from your vids. Thanks for all that you do!
To a Non-Operator this is fascinating, thanks for the clear concise video
thanks for doin the shit u do man.
I love improvised gear, that weapon retention rig you have is golden.
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great video Karl. I love seeing the different loadouts, and the reasons why/why not behind the kits
Thank you for your service!
I appreciate tactical riflemen for there great videos obviously they are highly skilled and trained just wanting to spead the combat knowledge to those who want respect to this guys for this hands on info
Thanks for watching, TR
Very cool and I'd like to compliment you on how you presented yourself, good info.
Thank you for your service and video.
Jason, that was very well done. Thank you for your service.
I do have one comment. Thank You for your service 🇺🇸. Hell yeah! . From #texas
great idea with the homebrew carbine retainer. The Canadian CANSOFCOM and Pathfinders do the same thing because it's a quick-release even with thick gloves on. Good innovation for cold climates.
Where can I find one? Thx
@@jyokota you make it.
Great video!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE HERO !!
I am a retired USAF SPECOPs IDMT ..... would have loved to have a 30 min lecture on kit set up like this. I'm still here for my kids but the next gen warrior is out there keep it up gentlemen keep it the fuck up.... we are one gen away from oblivion!
bro I love the radio setup. Being a 2841 I can appreciate that a lot. when you said you needed two radios, one for the air and one for ground I was thinking to myself, thats the whole reason they came up with SINCAGRs but its a big ass radio, course I've been out for almost 20 and would have hoped they came up with a smaller ver for use in your situation. Semper Fi!
jedimann74 we use ASIP now which is about 1/3 the profile of the earlier SINCGARS I started off with..... I am retired now, but I imagine that they will go to a rugged tablet eventually.
@@oifoefvetfla754 and previously you had the comsec box seperate from the radio. More bulk, weight and bad connections. What a pita!
Good stuff. DOL
Thanks
Great video brother, thanks for your service !!
THANK YOU & God Bless You Jason Phalin for your service and you have my most sincere gratitude.
Really interesting video, i like how well he explained the reasons to why he carry what he does. Good job.
Thank you for your service. I just turned 15 and my dream is to do something in the military. I really liked your video thanks again
Hooyah. Stay safe out there, and thank you for your service. Your arms room is kick-ass!!. Over and out.
Awesome video! Thank you for taking the time to make it sir! love the information!
First video I've ever seen from you guys, and I'm subbed. Great stuff.
Clever setup. It's clear that a lot of trial and error in the field went into this. Rifle retention cord. Brilliant. Any particular reason to go with the seatbelt cutter over tuff cuts?
Thank you for your service to all the navy seals and the men and women in armed forces. Thank you so for being there for so humble God Bless you.
love your videos! So much great little infos!
Tactical Pajamas 🤘🏽
Hey guys great job on your vids.Very educational and makes me think about what i carry and how to carry it better. Every shooter is different and every mission needs different equipment to facilitate success. Thanks for y'alls service and everything done for our great nation.
V/R
Spc. Roger E. Davis
U.S. Army
Thanks for commenting Roger, and thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
Nice kit! Simple is best ! Thank you and your brothers for the service you provide! God Bless!
work ethic like no other these guys ! power on !
God Bless our troops
The ranger blanket for the table cover!😂😂
Thanks for the information. Very interesting set up
Awesome set up chief! 💯 and thank you for your service!
I would like to hear more about your flotation for maritime operations
3nertia they probably have some really "duh/simple" or for their use only kit. But I have this funny image of a bunch of SEALS in adult water wings.
UHMWPE plates.
"Ya'll know what happens when a carabiner goes in salt water" No, I don't. I'm not a SEAL or a SCUBA diver, so, nope. Thanks for the info I learned something.
Corrosion can happen and worst case would be that the carabiner breaks when you put weight on it
KISS is the best acronym and when it comes to not having to wonder will it hold my weight or not in a high stress sit... Best to not temp the fates.
To weigh in as an engineer, yes don't use salt exposed carabineers for heavy weight operations because the carabineer has now been exposed to corrosion and is no longer rated properly. Not following that rule means you don't respect basic safety
Salt water accelerates the natural corrosive nature of aluminum. So, if they expose the carabiners to salt water they will break under the heavy weight of the SEAL and his equipment, should they need to connect to a helicopter for a water rescue.
The SEAL would connect himself to the sling, from the aircraft, to that carabiner. If the carabiner is corroded. It will break. Another SEAL doesn't go home that night.
@@0yaITSme How much salt water climbing have you done? I KNOW there are mountains under the ocean's surface but, climbing them might be more difficult than one would expect!
Thank you for your service! Stay safe!
excellent insight and pointers! thank you for sharing this!
Hooah! (I was Army). Cool vid Master Chief, keep on painting the tree of liberty with volunteers to the almighty.
Putting rocks in the drop pouch haha,
I run an LBT 6094A and I love it! It fits perfectly. I similarly only run 3 mags up front in the kangaroo pouch. The more and more I run it the more I look add or remove stuff. Love all the vids keep them coming!!!
Where can you buy these at
Thanks for sharing the info!
Every Instagram Operator be like “def gotta apply this to all my range drills!” 😂😂
Who the F down votes an actual operator talking about his battle rig? Someone who know more about the subject I suppose... SMH.
You know those air soft guys have been in some real combat....
My thought exactly. I don't care how much I learn, I'm gonna take somebody like this' word over most.
Douchebag internet trolls obviously. I'm sure they set their kit up according to their mission on the Xbox while they're jerking off giving them self a first person shooter
Either rival species of operators who do things differently or something or fellow operators who think he's giving away vital secrets to the enemy
Terrorists, duh
Just a thank you for what you do for our country!!
Thank you for sharing this.
SEAL team killin machine...respect.
em Burgess Most military guys don't advertise that they're a 'killing machine'. It's tacky as all hell
I think the ones that advertise are not in the services..
yeah i agree..I think that most, If not all military personals dont brag about being in the service becuase of what they have seen..
I’m joining the British army soon I’m getting my basic training start dates next week some time😊✌️
Best of luck on a great career. TR
Tactical Rifleman Thanks :)
Very clean wrap!!!! Nice video
Excellent informative video. Thanks for your tips and your service brother.
The important thing is that you have your "tacticool" patch.
Wow, I have always wondered what exactly you do with your M4 and or other firearm when climbing etc. Weapon retention, thats an interesting little plate carrier Molly attachment!
Would love to know the name/brand of that retention...
Same here. That would be nifty for storing a rifle on the side of a backpack.
Edit: just found it, or something like it. Vel Tye Magnetic Weapon Retention System
Thanks dude! Great info cool overview of the meat and potatoes of what goes and what stays, what’s important to have where and why it’ll come in handy. Thanks for takin the time to do this vid man. ✌🏼
Thanks for watching, TR
That weapon retention system was new to me, I love that diy version.
“I keep that thang on me”
Thank You for the freedom you and your comrades have given my family and myself, and for the tour of your gear. Y’all have a great night....
BIG RON.....
Thanks
Likewise bro
ron36105 ron...thank you for the class you have shown in this post. Also my thanks to the presenter as well. God bless you all
Outstanding video!
Excellent tip on the bungie weapon retention. Thanks.
Sent from airsoftology
Me: likes video because I think it’s informative and I’m interested in joking the military. Also me: notices the dislikes. “Who the phvck is that guy” in my best Conor McGregor voice*
I watched this video for three times, and everytime I noticed new good stuff for my gear. Thank you. ;)
Awesome stuff, I just came across your channel today...I was an OS in the early 90's, went on WESTPAC with Seal Team 5 , great group of guys that I had the honor of working with...Thanks for the videos...
Anyone know the details on the dump pouch? I've not seen one like that before.
Dropping empty mags
Nah pretty good Idea though. We use to make them out of old packs but this one being able to zip up is cool! I'd say with limited knowledge about how to sew you could make your own easy
Yes, I know what it's for. I was after the manufacturer. Closest I've found is the Pantac Stealth dump pouch.
I'd probably sew my hands together ha
Haha we always made our own custom stuff and would raid the U/S store for any good bits we could rip off or reuse. 6 pack of beer was the key and you would never see a more happy man diving into shitty rags, ripped packs and pouches ect ect
"The only body armour needed by a seal is his own skin... Sir!"
Great insight and service!
Great advice, I very much appreciate your message and professionalism. Well done, God bless & thanks for your service?
Is that medical pack available on the civilian market? I'd like to know more about it.
fjamato it's basically a kit molded to fit the circumference of a plate carrier, you can diy your own and use a vacuum sealed bag and thin peice of cardboard. I'm not sf dude I'm just a dumbass civilian medical assistant and phlebotomist. Why not rock your diy shit it's the same shit, it's obvious we are not gonna have the high-speed shit medics use. Any rural physician will tell you improvise old school techniques if u don't have the latest and greatest
I'd like to know this as well ...
Look up Phokus
SONS Deployment Trauma Kit II (DTK II) by PHOKUS
You can buy it from Phokus Research Group. www.phokusresearch.com/ Not a huge fan of it personally as noone will know where your ifak is. Your IFAK should be clearly labeled and in plain view. Unless its an SOP in your team/unit, and everyone knows exactly where it is, I wouldnt recommend it.
Dude is sensitive about people messing with his pouch lol
I’ve seen Jason’s pouch. I know why he’s sensitive about it. It’s a sacred place.
We used to always put shit in each other's dump pouches. Rocks, pot leaves, snack wrappers, empty water bottles. Good times.
thank you for your service brother. it's greatly appreciated! you guys are the best of the best and humble about it. much respect!
🇺🇸💪🏻
Glad this was a recommendation on my videos... deff learned something new with retention for the rifle and the body armor!
Thanks for watching, TR