DukeOfNachos Posted January 17, 2023 Author Share Posted January 17, 2023 Snap, and or magnet maybe, I’m just spit balling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted January 17, 2023 Share Posted January 17, 2023 I wouldn't use a snap as you risk tearing the pouch fabric opening and closing it. You could use a pliable magnet like the thin ones you get in the mail for your fridge. Those should fit flat enough to maintain the look of the pouch and keep it closed. Most of the rare earth magnets are too thick and will cause the flap to stick out. Any reason you aren't liking the Velcro closure? That's typically the best way to keep your pouch closed securely. I keep my phone and my mp3 player and a stack of trading cards in my pouches so I like the Velcro closure. It's robust and I've had my pouches for a long time and no issues with it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted January 17, 2023 Author Share Posted January 17, 2023 @Retrofireok that makes sense. I just didn’t want to stick that pouch back in the machine for Velcro. I’ll just hand sew it on this one and do it correctly on pouch 2 ;). 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted January 17, 2023 Author Share Posted January 17, 2023 Ok so after talking to one of my sewing aficionados, I’m just putting that pouch as a learning measure ;). Now that I know how it’s sewed I’m just going to cut another pouch and affix the Velcro. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted January 21, 2023 Author Share Posted January 21, 2023 We’ll well, progress since Tuesday. Sewed up some pouches, ordered some pouches, and sewed my dogbones. My pouches aren’t nearly as great as Pilot Bay pouches but they’ll get me basic clearance ;). So sewed on my loop to the bund and attached my temp pouches. -> Ghetto pouch So as soon as the glue gets in tomorrow I can assemble my boots and get ready for some approval pics! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Looking forward to seeing those pics. You’ve done a great job on your build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 FYI, the photo of your pouch isn't showing up, Kevin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted January 21, 2023 Author Share Posted January 21, 2023 1 hour ago, Chopper said: FYI, the photo of your pouch isn't showing up, Kevin. Should be there now, Imgur showed duplicates on the app and when i deleted the duplicate it apparently deleted both...ugh technology. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Yeah I can see it now, thanks. Looks good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted January 22, 2023 Author Share Posted January 22, 2023 Cements here! Whoo so this stuff dries super fast…HH-66. -> Left foot. Pair, minus holsterPair w/ holster, ISO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted January 22, 2023 Share Posted January 22, 2023 Those are looking fine Kevin! Keep up the great work and you'll be submitting before you know it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted January 22, 2023 Author Share Posted January 22, 2023 GML Pics submitted, gotta get it in before nominations I believe that on the way outside my one bicep may have shuffled down a tad, hopefully GML wont ding me on it. once this is all in I'll have to add the velcro to lock everything into place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted January 23, 2023 Share Posted January 23, 2023 Best of luck Kevin! You've done a great job! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted February 1, 2023 Author Share Posted February 1, 2023 And as of 8:15am (PST) approved 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 Congratulations Kevin! You’ve put together an excellent build that will be a great reference for future scouts! Well done and well deserved. Welcome to the Pathfinders, Scout Trooper! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 Congrats Pathfinder! You did an outstanding job on this and should be proud! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnkelPaschulke Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 Nice one and welcome to the ranks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted February 2, 2023 Author Share Posted February 2, 2023 Thanks team! Glad to finally be in the ranks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaHoff Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 Nice work ! Welcome to the pathfinders, mate! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCaliBuckeye Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 On 11/17/2022 at 1:27 PM, DukeOfNachos said: So I’m currently stuck unless I want to go work on softgoods while I’m trying to compartmentalize all the armor. TD just got finished , using the nice sink hack from @nateopotato. Belt Clip placement on the TD, I counted 7 ribs from each end and then drilled between those ribs with a 1/8” bit, then used a 1/8”-3/8” rivet to make sure I had enough meat on the tube interior to grab the washer. So for armor wise it’s either finish the belt (I was going to wait for more webbing to get here to figure the drop boxes ), or tackle the helmet, and I’m kinda worried about the helmet… all four parts of it , also while I’m on the helmet, is there a template floating around for the lens? -> 1-1/2” sink throat piece getting installed -> Completed TD (Front) -> Completed TD (Rear) The CRL shows the zip tie with the smooth side facing in. There's no detail too small and I just want to ensure that I'm not overlooking any detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted February 26, 2023 Author Share Posted February 26, 2023 @SoCaliBuckeyeit passed , using all parts from the SC kit for the detonator (including the zip tie ) so I think it’s good to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCaliBuckeye Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Just now, DukeOfNachos said: @SoCaliBuckeyeit passed , using all parts from the SC kit for the detonator (including the zip tie ) so I think it’s good to go. Much appreciation! I hate to get hung up on what amounts to a small and possibly overlooked detail, but it's better to ask. Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted February 26, 2023 Author Share Posted February 26, 2023 Hah no worries . Always happy to dispense info on the build if needed just hit me up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCaliBuckeye Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 55 minutes ago, DukeOfNachos said: Hah no worries . Always happy to dispense info on the build if needed just hit me up! Are rivets the only thing allowed to attach the belt clips to the tube? I saw where someone used flathead screws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeOfNachos Posted February 26, 2023 Author Share Posted February 26, 2023 It’s not a seen part, whatever floats your boat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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