Great purchase! This is exactly the chest rig I was looking for, and I finally have it. Combined with the Guardian backpack from Helikon, it creates a wonderful set for my HPA airsoft gear!
Helikon-Tex Guardian Recce Chest Rig Tactical Vest IRR - wz.93 Pantera PL Woodland
Chest Rig tactical vest made of damage-resistant 500D Cordura with a 225 g/m2 grammage. It is equipped with the Versatile Insert mounting system, MOLLE/PALS webbing, durable YKK zippers and sturdy Woojin Plastic buckles.
Thanks to numerous pockets and pouches, this model will suit both professionals and outdoor activity enthusiasts, providing space to carry essential accouterment during field operations. The model features NIR/IRR properties that reduce the contrast of the silhouette against the surroundings in the near-infrared range.
Numerous pockets and pouches allowing the transport of selected accouterment
On the front of the vest there are:
- four magazine pouches in AK/AR standard - closed with flaps with buckles. The flaps can be tucked away to turn the pouches into open ones, guaranteeing quick access to the carried contents.
- admin pouch - fastened with zippers, with the option of wide opening. Equipped with a front zippered divider and a rectangular velcro panel. The interior is lined with soft velcro.
- two universal pockets - closed with a flap with buckle. They can hold fragmentation or smoke grenades, and after using an insert from the Competition series - two pistol magazines.
- a wide pocket fastened with a zipper.
In the area closer to the body, two flat pockets in the middle have been used, suitable for carrying a radio, as well as two side pockets. Each of them is equipped with elastic loops that ensure secure retention of the carried items.
Versatile Insert system and MOLLE/PALS webbing
Both the sides and the shoulder straps of the vest are equipped with webbing compatible with the MOLLE/PALS system, which allows it to be expanded with additional pockets or pouches. The interior of the pocket located on the front is lined with soft velcro, which allows its customization using inserts from the VIS (Versatile Insert System). This system is compatible with a wide range of products, allowing easy transfer of equipment between different pieces of gear.
irr/nir properties
The materials used in the vest, including visible fabrics and components, were selected to reduce the contrast of the silhouette in devices operating in the near-infrared range. Their properties affect how the vest absorbs, reflects and transmits radiation, which helps achieve an image better matched to the characteristics of the natural surroundings.
Adjustable shoulder straps, breathable mesh panel and eyelets on the shoulders
Shoulder straps with adjustment option allow the vest to be fitted to the user's body shape. A mesh panel has been used on the back, responsible for very good air circulation and guaranteeing high comfort during use. Special eyelets have been placed on the shoulders of the vest, enabling secure routing of wiring, an antenna or a hydration system tube.
main features
- durable 500D Cordura with a 225 g/m2 grammage
- MOLLE/PALS webbing
- IRR/NIR properties
- Versatile Insert system
- numerous pouches and pockets
- adjustable shoulder straps
- eyelets on the shoulders
- mesh panel
wz.93 Pantera PL Woodland camouflage
The wz.93 Pantera PL Woodland camouflage pattern is the camouflage currently in service with the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland - the first camouflage designed and introduced into widespread use in the Third Polish Republic. The 1993 pattern offers a combination of mimicry and disruptive properties thanks to the use of irregular patches of different sizes. The colour scheme based on green, brown and black was adapted to the conditions of Polish forests, making “Pantera” a fitting choice for operations in native terrain. Uniforms in this camouflage are also part of the basic equipment of students of Military Uniformed Classes.
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Polish company founded in 1983, specializing in the production of tactical, military, and outdoor clothing. It offers a wide range of products such as clothing, backpacks, bags, and tactical accessories, which have earned recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its range includes standout lines such as: Bushcraft - dedicated to survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - designed for uniformed services, and Range - created for shooters. Helikon-Tex uses modern camouflage patterns such as MultiCam, ATACS, and PenCott, ensuring adaptation to different terrain conditions.
| Quick release vest system | No |
|---|---|
| Ballistic cartridge pockets | No |
| Number of pouches | 4 |
| Clasp | Fastex buckle |
| Type of Vest | Chest Rig |
| Transport handle | Yes |
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
| Number of pockets | 8 |
| Camouflage | wz. 93 "Pantera" / PL Woodland |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Molle/pals compatible | Yes |
| Adjustment | Yes |
| Weight | 830 g |
| EAN | 5902688100445 |
| Manufacturer code | KK-GRC-CI-04 |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | 500D Cordura |
| EAN |
The velcro panel is an area with sewn-on Velcro tape that allows easy attachment of various additional items, such as patches or pockets.
Cordura is a material woven from durable nylon fibers, developed by DuPont. The structure of the material provides lightness and abrasion resistance, as well as weather resistance. Due to its properties, Cordura is widely used in tactical equipment.
Materials with IRR (Infrared Reflective) properties are designed to maximize the absorption and minimize the mission of infrared radiation, which is important for camouflage and avoiding detection by observation devices such as night vision devices.
YKK zippers are high-quality zippers commonly used in clothing and accessories, manufactured by the Japanese YKK Corporation - one of the world's largest zipper manufacturers.
Versatile Insert System (VIS) is a modular attachment system that allows you to personalize and organize your tactical equipment. It consists of inserts, adapters and holders that can be attached to Velcro panels inside a backpack, bag or tactical vest. The system is compatible with a wide range of products, allowing easy transfer of equipment between different pieces of gear. Thanks to the simple attachment method, items can be quickly installed and removed.
MOLLE (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment) is a system for attachment of tactical equipment, used for example in backpacks or tactical vests. It provides the possibility of flexible and modular placement of various accessories and pockets, which allows personalization and optimal adjustment of the item to the specific needs of the user. It is widely used by the military, special services and survival and outdoor enthusiasts.
Woojin buckles are a type of buckles and fasteners made of high-quality materials such as polyamide or polypropylene, which ensures durability and weather resistance. They are widely used in the manufacture of backpacks, bags, clothing and tactical gear, providing sturdy, reliable and easy-to-use fasteners.
PALS (Pouch Attachment Ladder System) is a modular mounting system for pockets and pouches, used in the MOLLE system. It consists of horizontally sewn rows of 1 inch (25.4 mm) wide, fixed spacing webbing (such as on a backpack) and vertical webbing for attachment and threading (on a pocket). This system is usually equipped with snaps, which further secures the pinned items.
Reviews with photos
Number of reviews: 6
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The unloading is very well thought out, functional, and versatile. Helikon products are traditionally characterized by high quality at a reasonable price, and the design is very well crafted. The Cordura looks very durable and resistant to wear, and the mesh on the back is also solid. In one of the pockets, there's a pouch with elastic bands for magazines, allowing you to carry them open. The bands are attached to a strap hidden by Velcro inside the pocket. Thank you to the military stores for the discount and fast shipping. If you order by Thursday, the package can arrive in Ukraine as early as Monday.
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The vest is great; I couldn't convince myself to buy it because of the price, but it turned out to be worth every penny. The number of pockets, the high level of customization with the Guardian system, and the quality of workmanship—all of this makes me highly recommend this product!
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After several hours of use, it's working great so far. I had some trouble with the straps on the back; after adjusting to my needs, there was still a lot of excess, so I had to trim them. Swapping the flaps for elastic bands also took a bit of fiddling before I figured out how to do it right. Anyway, it's very comfortable to use.
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It's too early to judge durability, but the functionality and quality of workmanship make a very good impression. In wz. 93 camouflage it matches the MON uniform well. :-) Another plus is the ability to change the way the pouches are closed.
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