09-03-2006, 18:59
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Well, I finally called them when the Low Vis Rack was in stock in Coyote.
Very nice piece of kit.
I bought one of their BIRKs (Blow-Out Kits) on the same order and was not impressed. It seemed to be loaded with low-quality components despite a regular price.
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09-03-2006, 19:02
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Boss,
You know better than to be buying pre-packaged med kits...
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09-03-2006, 19:12
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Originally Posted by NousDefionsDoc
Boss,
You know better than to be buying pre-packaged med kits...
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Yes, I do, but it was on sale and I took a chance.
I got a small GP pouch and a pair of Chinese bandage scissors out of it.
I already have a couple of quality kits anyway. Problem is, every time I start filling one, I run out of space before I finish. If I ever did, it would probably be about the size of a Queen-Sized mattress. 
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09-03-2006, 19:39
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Originally Posted by The Reaper
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I bought one of their BIRKs (Blow-Out Kits) on the same order and was not impressed. It seemed to be loaded with low-quality components despite a regular price.
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Thanks for the heads up about the BIRKs. I was looking at getting one, but wasn't sure about the contents. I checked around PS.com and built up one of my own with a Tactical Tailor accessory bag and a generous "donation" of first aid supplies from the supply closet at work.
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09-05-2006, 15:34
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Okay, perhaps I was a bit unkind in my assessment of the BIRK.
You can make your own decision.
It consists of a Medium GP pouch containing:
1x Bloodstopper bandage (looks like a smaller, cheaper version of the Israeli Bandage)
1x Small roll of Elastic Gauze
1x Small bandage with two safety pins, appears to be a small compressed cravat
1x Ascherman Chest Seal
1x 3” Compression wrap, like an Ace knockoff
1x 5”x9” Combine Abdominal Gauze Pad
2x Antimicrobial Wipes
1x Pair EMT Shears
1x Fast action Trauma Card
1x Small Zip-Loc bag containing 1 pair of latex gloves, 18” of 1” surgical tubing (TQ?), and 1x 16 gauge catherter (for needle decompression?)
I suppose it might do in a pinch, though I would prefer the shears, gloves, and Ascherman, with a real Israeli bandage, an issue cravat, some Betadine, more Kerlix, some Coban, a real one-handed tourniquet, an airway, an emergency blanket, a proper decompression set-up with a needle and a valve, and some tape.
Just my .02, YMMV.
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09-05-2006, 18:10
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[QUOTE=NousDefionsDoc]She doesn't like you - she told me so....
She emailed me with a complete rundown of my order, good to go. Also sent pics of herself but I am not showing them to you
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09-05-2006, 19:11
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[QUOTE=kgoerz]
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Originally Posted by NousDefionsDoc
She doesn't like you - she told me so....
She emailed me with a complete rundown of my order, good to go. Also sent pics of herself but I am not showing them to you
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If you look closely, you'll see I was copied on the email.... 
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He knows only The Cause.
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09-07-2006, 19:39
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DBT is pretty much the standard issue at my new job.
Im still trying to decide if I like the Predator Vest. Having seen a Maritime CIRAS Its hard to be satisfied with the issue gear. Its great armor, but the load carrying ability is not the greatest IMHO.
I agree on the First aid kit, that got ditched and replaced with a SOTech IFAK.
Actually all the pouches except for the admin pouch got dumped.
Using an Eagle 6 mag shingle on the right and a Spector 3 mag on the left with pistol mags and a radio pouch on the front of it I gained 1 AR mag (total of 9) and 2 extra pistol mags(total of 4)
But the GP pouch and IFAK, along with a camelback ended up on the back, which is not so good for trying to sit in a vehicle.
Im looking for something that will allow me to put mags inside the outer cumberbund.
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07-07-2007, 19:18
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I have also had a bit of a problem trying to get all my items in a timely manner. On average it has taken one month to receive the majority of my orders. The first order I placed this year I received someone else’s items (my name on box but their invoice and kit). I contacted them and Anita has been very helpful in resolving all issues. Just curious if anyone knows their operational ability to produce their products. I can’t imagine they are as small as High Speed Gear Inc (which has excellent turn around time and customer service) or as large as BHI. I am just trying to gauge what could take such a long turn around time on some of the back ordered products.
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07-07-2007, 20:19
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I waited 10 months for a Dump Pouch until I finally canceled. They sent it to a different address and also sent the wrong item once, it's a long story. I was polite when I canceled so the head of Govt purchases, Ted Nugent emailed me. I don't know if it's the Rocker Ted Nugent. He said he would send me something for my trouble. I never got that either and I am still waiting on my refund for the Dump Pouch. It's been a year this month since the original order.
Most companies tell you if a item is on Back Order. Either on the web sight or as soon as you order with the option to cancel. DBT doesn't let you know until you call and ask where your stuff is or when only part of your order shows up.
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