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Stickman
9 April 2008, 12:34
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Tactical Tailor is a result of Logan Coffey's service in the US Army. After assignment to the Schofield Barracks in a Scout Platoon, Coffee moved into a Sniper slot, and found certain things lacking. Logan has commented in the 2008 catalog that the items issued in the early 90s were basically Vietnam era equipment. I served in this same time frame, and completely agree. In speaking with Logan during a vest and armor shoot a few years back, he commented that the need for better equipment was so obvious that he began creating it himself while working out of his barrack room.

Things have certainly changed for Logan and Tactical Tailor since their humble beginnings in the barracks, and later outside of Ft Lewis WA. With a large and still expanding factory, new and expanding retail store, as well as an extensive online website, they are serving the needs of the current war fighter across the map. Local Law Enforcement and troops have found that along with almost any nylon item they need, Tactical Tailor still works custom alterations on gear, and is able to provide quick turn around times as well as high quality.

With an increased demand of Tactical Tailor to become a one stop shop for deploying troops, they have teamed up with Magpul to offer an expanding lineup of needed items. Magpul PMAGs are a highly requested item as LE & MIL pass through the retail store making purchases, and it makes sense that mag pouches should have quality magazines as an option to fill them.

I deal with the Magpul Crew on a pretty regular basis, and have my LE hard armor loaded with Magpul PMAGs in Tactical Tailor pouches. I've had a pretty decent amount of email and questions regarding what mag pouches will work with PMAGs, so I figured that it would be worth a writeup on the Tactical Tailor magazine pouch lineup regarding PMAG compatibility.

Stickman
9 April 2008, 12:46
5.56 SINGLE MAG POUCH


Starting with the smallest single mag pouch, I found no issues with fit in width or overall length of the pouch. The retaining bungee cord holds in place without any undue effort, and releases without problem.

http://www.tacticaltailor.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=65


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Stickman
9 April 2008, 12:53
5.56 TRIPLE MAG PANEL


The triple mag panel is an extension of the above single mag panel. As expected, the overall fit in width and length is similar, and the bungee attachment was exactly the same. With all PMAGs in place, the center pouch was slightly tighter than the outer two, but it wasn't anything that I would consider to be an issue. I had previously mentioned this in passing to G.W Ayers, the sales manager, and he commented that soaking nylon pouches in water and allowing them to dry will form them to the desired shape. This is a pretty common trick and is done with other items, and frequently done with holsters as well. GW is a US Army veteran, and between his time spent in Iraq, and his knowledge of nylon gear, he is more than a little capable when it comes to assessing equipment. I consider him to be one of the good guys out there in the weapon community.

http://www.tacticaltailor.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=138



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Stickman
9 April 2008, 14:27
2 Mag 5.56 Pouch


The 2 Magazine 5.56 Pouch is immediately noticeable as being a little different. The two shotgun shell loops on the front identify this as part of a lineup for multiple weapon systems amongst a squad. While your needs might not include employing a shotgun, the loops have never caught up on anything or created any problems that I'm aware of.

While looking at this mag pouch from the front, it appears that the flap barely covers the magazines. However, the side view shows that there is a several inch overlap in its attachment. The bungee cinch cord around the sides make sure there is no rattle when two mags are in the pouch.


http://www.tacticaltailor.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=137


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Stickman
9 April 2008, 14:42
3 MAG 5.56 POUCH



The triple magazine pouch also features a bungee cinch cord around the sides to reduce rattle. This magazine pouch is probably the most popular for those people who choose to stay with a pouch instead of going with "shingle" or "panel" style attachments. The triple mag pouches are large enough to hold other items if needed, which make for a nice balance if you are short on pouches, or need to alter your load on short notice.


http://www.tacticaltailor.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=48


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Stickman
9 April 2008, 15:56
AK/M16 Mag Pouch


The AK/M16 magazine pouch is designed for three 5.56 magazines, or two AK series magazines. This pouch completely encloses the magazines, which may be a welcome advantage depending on what your particular operating environment is. Dirt, mud, sand, snow or working in and around damaged buildings are all ways to start filling up your mag pouch. Proper maintenance on your equipment obviously alleviates the above as a problem, but it doesn't change that what is "routine" cleaning for some, may be a abstract concept for others. If you are looking for closed pouch to hold your magazines, this does a good job.


http://www.tacticaltailor.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=51


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Stickman
9 April 2008, 16:05
These pouches all attach with their included MALICE clips, and are available in OD, Black, Tan, MC, ACU, Ranger Green, MARPAT Woodland and MARPAT Desert.

With a price tag of $20, the triple mag pouch works well for PMAGs, and should lock into any of your gear without giving you trouble. The price is right, the quality is high, and there isn't much reason to not have some form of gear setup if you take your training and equipment seriously.

For people looking to get a little more custom, Tactical Tailor should be able get you setup regardless of your particular needs. All of the magazine pouches mentioned above were more than capable of holding the Magpul PMAGs, so for those people who are converting their magazine stash over to PMAGs, or just adding to their existing stockpile, these pouches should give you what you are looking for.




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Stickman
9 April 2008, 16:11
Contact Info:



TACTICAL TAILOR (http://www.tacticaltailor.com/)

INTERNET SALES OFFICE ADDRESS:
Tactical Tailor
2916 107th Street South
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 984-7854
(253) 984-6696 - fax

RETAIL STORE ADDRESS:
Tactical Tailor
12715 Pacific Highway South
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 584-5500
(253) 584-5501 - fax

RETAIL STORE HOURS:
Monday - Friday: 10:00AM - 6:00PM PST
Saturday: 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sunday: Closed



MAGPUL (http://magpul.com/)

MAILING ADDRESS:
Magpul Industries Corp
PO Box 17697
Longmont, Colorado 80308-0697
U.S.A.

SHIPPING ADDRESS:
Magpul Industries Corp
400 Young Court - Unit 1
Erie, Colorado 80516-8440
U.S.A.

PHONE: 1.877.4MAGPUL 303.828.3460

FAX: 303.828.3469

TigerStripe
10 April 2008, 19:04
Time for me to look dumb. So the TT pouches will hold Pmags with no alterations?



TS

Stickman
10 April 2008, 19:10
So the TT pouches will hold Pmags with no alterations?



TS


I guess I could have just written that and save myself a few hours...... yes. [:D]

TigerStripe
17 April 2008, 18:11
At least I didn't fill your inbox up like usual... [:D]



TS


ETA: I've seen the TT pouches with the shotshell holders and they are very well built!

five13
19 April 2008, 04:33
The PMAGS with ranger plates also fit in the covered two mag pouch..

TigerStripe
22 April 2008, 22:31
The PMAGS with ranger plates also fit in the covered two mag pouch..

Thanks, that's good to know!



TS

CDDM416
22 May 2008, 13:18
what about the 20 rnd,do they get lossed in the pouch ??

Stickman
26 May 2008, 09:45
what about the 20 rnd,do they get lossed in the pouch ??



I wouldn't use 30 round mag pouches for 20 rounders unless you used something to block the bottom. A piece of wood, plastic, or anything else that would fill the bottom and not allow mags to drop inside would work, but it still wouldn't be my first choice.

I know that someone was having 20 round pouches custom made for the 20 round PMAGs, but I don't know where they are on that project, so I'll stay quiet for now.

TigerStripe
26 May 2008, 23:07
I know that someone was having 20 round pouches custom made for the 20 round PMAGs, but I don't know where they are on that project, so I'll stay quiet for now.

Please advise when more info is available. I'm interested in something like that.


TS

sundowner41
28 August 2008, 18:37
I'm interested as well in PMAG 20 rounders and Tactical Taylor pouches if something like that would be made.

Todd Kramer
31 August 2008, 13:22
Tactical Tailor did do a special run of shorter and "roomier" 3-Mag Shingles designed specifically for the 20-round PMAGs. Right now the only color available is OD and Multicam is going to follow.

These are only available through Rainier Gear and the best way to get any additional information is probably through Weapon Evolution. I will be happy to help as much as possible.

Here are a couple of pictures:

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2007-10/1281122/ODShortShingle.jpg

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2007-10/1281122/ODMini2.jpg

Stickman
31 August 2008, 17:22
Please advise when more info is available. I'm interested in something like that.


TS



Todd Kramer would be the man with the info, I didn't want to jump in an post anything if it was a project that he had on hold. It looks like that wasn't an issue. [:D]

sundowner41
31 August 2008, 17:29
I wasn't able to locate these pouches on either the Tactical Taylor or the Ranier Site. I'll place a some phone calls once this hurricane passes by.

Stickman
31 August 2008, 19:46
I don't think they are listed on either site, you probably need to get ahold of Todd at Rainier Gear.

sundowner41
31 August 2008, 19:48
Thanks Stickman. I'm sending him an email now.