This is how I have my external vest setup. It's an option for you to see how you can set up yours.
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@casienwhey7 ай бұрын
This was an interesting video. I have watched too many police videos on KZfaq to count and have always been curious about the equipment carried on the vest and how it's used. If I were running things, I would immediately double all police salaries because I'd want to attract and retain the most competent people possible. The value of a good cop, one who thinks well and reacts well, can't be overstated. In case others have not done so, let me also thank you for your service. Law enforcement do not get the respect and appreciation they deserve.
@TheBettencourts6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words. I have passed them on to my man. :-)
@Semper29ify5 жыл бұрын
Finally! A police officer who understands and recognizes the importance of a collapsible baton. The Peacekeeper hands down is leaps and bounds ahead of Asp, Monadnock or other chincy ineffective striking weapons.
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! My agency doesn't supply much in the way of gear, but allows a wide latitude for us to carry what we want. If i am going to carry something, I want it to be the best I can afford. I was the first, but after I bought it, more and more deputies are getting them.
@jshapiro345 жыл бұрын
There was a brand the army used and just striking the dummy bag they bent. Those peackeepers are for baseball and still work they don't spur either on glass like asp did for a while
@TBendez Жыл бұрын
You'd love the B&T Triton or the Bonowi Eka Camlock.
@MrSimon117 Жыл бұрын
@@TBendez I second the bonowi. lead pipe that opens and closes smooth like butter
@DaveGrizzly453511 ай бұрын
@@TheBettencourts gave my peace keeper 26in to my dad he was like oh this is nice has good weight. I have the 21inch the 26 was too heavy for me lol stay safe out there
@easucks17765 жыл бұрын
I have a blue force gear "battle belt" that you can attach both normal duty gear and molle gear to. I pair that with a 5.11 lightweight plate carrier and divide my gear pretty evenly between the two. Weight feels super nicely balanced
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
I have seen them, but never tried one. They are not authorized in my agency. If you can use it and it works for you, awesome! I would like to play with one of those sometime.
@chadashton70295 жыл бұрын
We just got the same carrier. Actually the Bothell 6501. Same as yours just with a few extra little pockets on the carrier. It came in today in fact. I searched carrier setups because I'm in the process of setting mine up right now before I head out to work at 1600. So far it's kinda a PITA...I can tell it will take some getting used to after wearing a traditional vest and gun belt for 15+ years.
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
I trust you have adapted nicely? Very few of us actually preferred the duty belt to the carrier. And those that did, it was aesthetics more than comfort or performance, they just liked the traditional look better. We did have one guy with a bum shoulder who went back to the duty belt.
@michaelegotti64394 жыл бұрын
God bless you deputy, my goal is to be in a sheriffs office/PD (mostly learning to SO) after the military thank you for your service may god protect you in your worst call outs
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
Blessing to you. I hope you make it and make a difference for our community! Are you currently in the military? -The mrs.
@michaelegotti64394 жыл бұрын
The Bettencourt's aka ThumperLane I’m currently not I want to though, my goal is to be in the 75th ranger regiment
@bs-ranch47225 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service!
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@7djsavage21 Жыл бұрын
Good insightful vid. FYI if you’re going for a sleek look esstac now also makes cuff pouches too. Same concept as their mag pouches.
@turbojunki5 жыл бұрын
Nice setup looks much like how I’m setting mine up..
@nyarlatothep6665 жыл бұрын
Isn't the admin (shotgun) pouch in the way when grabbing pistol mags, or do you have extra mags for quick reload mounted on your belt?
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Like I was saying, the three mag pouch is slightly elevated from where I carried my three mag pouch on my belt for 20 plus years. I went to a force on force training to test it and found my hand naturally found the mags with no effort under stress and the admin pouch did not get in the way at all. I was concerned about this as well. I did note that if I use extended mages it could be an issue.
@bretthurst64875 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome!
@guitarguy231005 жыл бұрын
You've plenty of LEO experience so you obviously know what works best, but just food for thought, maybe switch your small admin pouch around with the 3 mag pouch. It just appears that in a high stress situation your admin pouch would block your ability to get to your mags. Either way, thanks for your service. Stay safe!
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
I thought about it before I mounted it like this. The three mag pouch is slightly elevated from where I carried my three mag pouch on my belt for 20 plus years. I went to a force on force training to test it and found my hand naturally found the mags with no effort under stress and the admin pouch did not get in the way at all. Good looking out though. I appreciate all input!
@troopermotion41644 жыл бұрын
I wanna become a cop someday and the gear looks awesome plus it feels nice enforcing the law
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
If this is your dream find a mentor close to your area and ride a long and follow his suggestions.... officers are more then willing to pull you under their wing and help you pursue your dream. I'm rooting for ya! -The Mrs.
@troopermotion41644 жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts thanks! But i gotta wait a long while to get my future job.
@chrisriley91273 жыл бұрын
No power trips bud, those who say that easily get caught up in the power they hold
@troopermotion41643 жыл бұрын
@@chrisriley9127 it’s been a while now and I think I’ve lost interest in being an officer, too much stress for the AVG cop and risks, and I also want to reach more in life. You’re right and if I ever do become a cop I’ll make sure I watch myself and don’t get ahead of myself, thanks.
@spikeyhair255 жыл бұрын
On the esstac kywi magazine, did you sew in the additional velcro or how did you get the velcro to stay in place? I'm interested in the esstac kywi pouch, but wish they had the option to have the magazine facing forward like how you have it.
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Officer here... it was actually very easy. There are kydex inserts which are held in by velcro. I removed them and after seeing the configuration, just inserted some additional velcro with stick on backing in the position I wanted them. I was prepared to sew it, but I have been jerking on it and have not had ANY movement, so for now, I am content to leave as is. I love them once I modified them.
@x2kpastor4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kindness! and for watching! -Mrs.
@patronsaintofswitchbladefi29443 жыл бұрын
I'm sure you've changed your setup since making this but you'd be better served with the Esstac Kywi pistol mag pouches on the belt .. gonna be tough getting the mag's past the 511 shotgun pouch & it'll get you stuck right in an OODA loop .. I use the Kywi & HSGI gear also . That was a really good idea to use the Blackhawk speed clips BTW
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Everyone comments on that pouch. He had no trouble accessing the mags.. but, you are totally correct, he did end up switching back to his main duty belt just a few ago. He just prefers it better he says. Thank you for watching! -Mrs.
@cyberjack5 жыл бұрын
Sweet setup
@ShotByZy5 жыл бұрын
ive recently uploaded a video about my dty belt set up! i do unarmed security and im just looking for some feedback and tips on my setup!
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Done, stay safe brother.
@justinwaltower64743 жыл бұрын
Great Vid 👍🏽
@sandracasa43812 жыл бұрын
Tank you guys for doing you job
@TheBettencourts Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your sweet comment. I passed it on to my officer.
@Natedogg89224 жыл бұрын
Do you have any issues with cutting off the excess from the holster? Like with stuff getting up in there or hitting/damaging the light since it’s exposed now. I agree with you, that excess looks stupid and serves no purpose. We use Glock 22s and then of course I have the TLR1-HL. I can stick my finger in there and there is almost 1” of unused space
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
No, actually it improves performance for me on 2 levels. I no longer bump it on things, and we had problems at my last agency with getting gravel caught in the holster and either prohibiting the insertion of the weapon or locking the weapon in so we had to disassemble the holster with a loaded weapon in it. Now debris pretty much just falls through. Plus, it looks high speed / low drag. know the State Police in our state are doing it to all of their holsters.
@chrislinder75584 жыл бұрын
Good to see a left handed officer Proud lefty
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
I love that my man is a left handed shooter.. makes 'using' his holsters a breeze!!!! LOL Thanks for watching!
@chrislinder75584 жыл бұрын
Sure im trying to obtain a peace officer position currently its harder than i thought
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
@@chrislinder7558 well keep at it. It's a hard job but well worth it. A lot of agencies are hiring...... but it still takes a lot of training. I chose dispatch to start in. And decided not to move forward.... -the wife
@wildman4734 жыл бұрын
Leo to Leo. Your department looks like they’re doing something right with tac vests. My department recently went to outter vest but not tac vest carriers. If they do. I will do something very similar to this setup.
@TheBettencourts3 жыл бұрын
TFW
@zachwilhite53445 жыл бұрын
If it works... it works... but that setup is very busy! thanks for the video brother. stay safe.
@tonyruiz68564 жыл бұрын
What's the brand, and model of your vest.? I really like your set up, i use something similar. I'm just a need to buy a new vest and currently looking for one at the moment.
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
It is a level IIIa Safariland model BA-3A00S-XT03 in the manufacturers exterior carrier. Thank you for watching.
@kendunn39724 жыл бұрын
Trying to get some of your recommendations but cannot find the brand F Tac, is this the correct brand and spelling? Great video!
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
eestac... I could be saying it wrong... just going phonetics. www.eestac.com
@douglasspende66852 жыл бұрын
Great video and duty stuff. But put your radio pouch baton and handcuff pouch and oc spray back on your belt. I have my taser, TQ, first aid kit and 2 AR-15 soft mag holders on my vest.
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Douglas. He loved this set up and it worked for him with where everything was placed. That said... so many years in, and he went back to the old fashioned full on duty belt. He's an old timer set in his ways! :-) Be safe out there for us please!
@colbyz345 жыл бұрын
I have a question does the Officer choose rather to wear a Exterior Vest or a Interior Vest or is it a Department rule?
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
My department allows either. They actually supply both vest carriers. If you choose to wear an external, you must purchase all of your molle gear. Same with all your duty belt gear. You must wear the internal carrier to court or anytime the class A uniform is worn.
@colbyz345 жыл бұрын
The Bettencourt's aka ThumperLane Thank you!
@TheGr81JE5 жыл бұрын
what made you buy more Molle gear holsters, rather than attaching the holders that were on your duty belt prior?
@TheGr81JE5 жыл бұрын
tkzfaq.info/love/MSnzVUoc7eGaSfzNbSXlZQ
@chadashton70295 жыл бұрын
Likely because most belt mounted stuff is not molle compatible.
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
I like to keep my belt fairly clean, just a pistol and taser. After all the years, I am just more comfortable getting everything off my belt. And yes, most of the belt holster items were incompatible with the molle.
@security294 жыл бұрын
27 years that's great
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
And he still keeps coming up with new ideas on how to do things!!!! He just loves what he does! Thank you for watching!
@tonyray4495 жыл бұрын
Have you stress tested your gear? Just wondering about any issues with mag clearance and cuffs
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
I have been operating this set up now for almost a year. Been in plenty of fights and situations that placed stress on it. The only thing I am considering changing is the extra taser holder. Dont care much for the construction of this one.
@tonyray4495 жыл бұрын
The Bettencourt's aka ThumperLane right on. Stay safe out there
@cubsallstar214 жыл бұрын
where did you get your mic for your radio? im assuming you also have the ear piece that connects to It as well! I've been looking for that touch to talk mic everywhere!
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
I got it at my local police supply, 911 Supply. They are a chain and have multiple locations all up and down the west coast at least. They do have a web site www.911supply.com
@cubsallstar214 жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts whats the brand name and what radios do you use?
@cubsallstar214 жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts do you have the exact model? They have hundreds of options and I can't seem to find It
@hectorrodriguez43843 жыл бұрын
What size is the baton, length ?
@Lalremruata-073 жыл бұрын
Video is very nice.. ❤️....
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@jcnme20203 жыл бұрын
Stay safe my Friend
@RooskiRooski0 Жыл бұрын
Esstac make awesome products
@josephgonzales48022 жыл бұрын
I carry my three cell magazine pouch like you do except l do not put anything on top as to not hender me from quickly do a emergency reload. 😁
@nyboy12172 жыл бұрын
This is exactly why I put NOTHING above my magazines for this very instance. Remove that pouch. It’ll save your life!!
@michigunsanta86805 жыл бұрын
Man policing came a long ways since Barney Fife!?! 😳🤔
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Right!!!? 🤣🤣🤣
@abc47814 жыл бұрын
Lol right barney used to carry 1 bullet in his shirt pocket.
@boriqua22002 жыл бұрын
I've yet to find a mag pouch slim line like that
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
He made that one... He took one that had them facing flat.. and turned the bottom insert.. and they fit sideways... It was genius how he altered it.. He messaged the company but they wouldn't go for marketing it that way. -Mrs.
@JaelThe8th3 ай бұрын
Cleaning this must be hell, mine doesn’t have AS much on it and I still find it annoying to take everything off and put it back on after a cleaning.
@mr.kai55283 жыл бұрын
Hi, I have a question, and your probably not going to see this but, is there and option to use an External setup rather then a internal setup? For example, do you get to decide if you want in external or internal setup?
@TheBettencourts3 жыл бұрын
Oh great question.... because it also one I asked.. It's up to departments on uniform. Most are changing to external because it relieves the pressure on the hips. Overall, in His department they can choose what works best for them individually within a set of guidelines. The Mrs.
@mr.kai55283 жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts Thanks I appreciate the help.
@merza47234 жыл бұрын
You might want to try to put the handcuffs or anything else on the back side of your vest
@calebupton40234 жыл бұрын
Not a good idea ... if you get thrown into your back it can cause injuries.
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
Everyone is different. If you heard in the beginning he states this is what works for him. Keep trying till you get what works for you.
@ryusekai4 жыл бұрын
That pouch doesn't get in the way of mags?
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
Nope....
@Batman_119893 жыл бұрын
Hey boss what kinda vest is that my department only gives us the tact vest you have to Velcro and in Velcro to out on and I hate it. If you can please let me know
@chrisriley91273 жыл бұрын
He had mentioned it in the early stage of the video
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris. -Mrs.
@drewhamilton81394 жыл бұрын
What’s the vest model with safari land?
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
It is a level IIIa Safariland model BA-3A00S-XT03 in the manufacturers exterior carrier. Thank you for watching.
@Aaron-cs7nw4 жыл бұрын
Do you not carry the extra taser cartridge on the bottom of the taser
@TheBettencourts3 ай бұрын
No. It would stick out to far for his comfort and easily knocked off by the seat belt in the vest at this time. -mrs.
@johnlynch1896 Жыл бұрын
What handcuffs do you use?
@TheBettencourts Жыл бұрын
He says Pearless.
@tracymoss40524 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy your zip up outer carrier
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
I believe his work provided that! All the items on the outter carrier vest were purchased from all over the internet!!!! Like our UPS man's name is Jason and he knows us very well!!!!! TFW!
@tracymoss40524 жыл бұрын
What type vest carrier do you wear
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
Its a Safariland. Was ordered with the panels.
@miguelrodriguez-pl5ru3 жыл бұрын
Do all police departments get to wear a vest like yours
@TheBettencourts3 жыл бұрын
Each department has their own set of dress standards. The vests were actually created and mostly adopted to alleviate back strain and damage from the heavy duty belts. Which medically causes severe back pain in many long term officers. I look at it as there traveling office. Pens note pads phones... gear.. TFW -Mrs.
@deanspadavecchia7393 жыл бұрын
What safariland vest is this?
@TheBettencourts3 ай бұрын
He doesn't remember sorry. He no longer wears this vest.
@GrArms2 жыл бұрын
He can't quickly get to his extra mags right? Or am I lost there?
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Oh no.. he can get to them fast. Trust me. -Mrs.
@tacticalsecurityandgearrev67425 жыл бұрын
What handcuffs do you use
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
I use Peerless Hinged handcuffs, in black. I like them because they were the first hinged ones I bought in the early 90's that folded flat and never had a problem with them, except 1. I carry a pair of smaller chain cuffs for small arrestees in a pocket.
@tacticalsecurityandgearrev67423 жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts fair enough mate I do like the peerless hinged set of cuffs and I will have to buy myself a pair would u recommend these cuffs
@jorgenmcgowan9004 жыл бұрын
What’s the leatherman tool on the belt called
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
It's an actual leatherman all in one limited edition tool, he's had for decades, that he lost and couldn't replace and then we literally went on a massive hunt for it and found it.... Hahahaha... Oh that thing.... LOL TFW!
@merza47234 жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts are you his wife?
@boriqua22002 жыл бұрын
Have you mass produced that mag pouch yet ??
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha.. Not yet.. He really should though! -Mrs.
@joshwales13635 жыл бұрын
That vest is so busy Jeesh
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
And he uses everything on their.... mind boggling if you ask me!!!!! TFW!
@loganshaver5955 Жыл бұрын
I want to be a Police Officer and I would pick the Vest Carrier when I become a cop and the things that I would put on the Vest are Handcuffs Pepper Spray,Magazines,Flashlight Asp and tourniquet on the Vest and I would put the Firearm,Taser and Radio on the Belt
@TheBettencourts Жыл бұрын
I love your enthusiasm! I wish you good luck through the process! One thing I have seen in the past... is my officer changes up his vest just.. It is ever evolving as you go through your career.
@loganshaver5955 Жыл бұрын
What Handcuffs do you Carry?
@TheBettencourts Жыл бұрын
@@loganshaver5955 peerless hinged
@TheBettencourts Жыл бұрын
@@loganshaver5955 model 801
@loganshaver5955 Жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts Alot of Departments across the country are Switching to Vest Carriers for Better Weight Distribution
@krissterlling20124 жыл бұрын
Have you considered using a soft molle taser holster from either HSGI or SquidTac? Less bulky and less weight. Check it out on Amazon www.amazon.com/dp/B083Q3TZMP . The Squidtac model is level 2 retention. Cool video!
@jaimemunoz59205 жыл бұрын
So I am curious do you carry OC? Also how come you carry an AR mag? I am seeing more and more police officers carry those. I guess why carry the mag if the gun is in the car?
@jaimemunoz59205 жыл бұрын
@Orion My question still stands why carry a magazine if the gun is in the car? I can understand carrying pistol mags cause you have a pistol. But the AR is in the car and therefore you would need to go to the car to get it anyway so why not just have the AR mags with the AR?
@joshuahedum95635 жыл бұрын
jaime munoz it’s handy for times when you grab the rifle quick and take off towards the problem. Having a spare mag handy is a good idea. If you deploy the rifle often I think it makes sense. Then you don’t have to worry about throwing an extra mag in your pocket (where it may not fit) or slinging another bag over your shoulder in addition to a slung rifle.
@LemurDaddy5 жыл бұрын
@@jaimemunoz5920 I take it you know nothing about firearms or tactics.
@jaimemunoz59205 жыл бұрын
@@LemurDaddy Can you explain to me?
@LemurDaddy5 жыл бұрын
@@jaimemunoz5920 I could, but that would take way too much time and I'm not so sure that you would understand. Let's just simplify this and go with it's better to have and not need, than to need and not have.
@TheBloker94 жыл бұрын
Whats ur rank sir? Thanks for ur service
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
TheBloker9... He says his rank is Servant. My goodness I love my man. Melts my heart after all these years he is out there still protecting our citizens and determined to make a difference. Thank you for watching! - The Mrs. (because my man literally was running out the door!)
@thisiconisactuallygoofysfa9960 Жыл бұрын
That’s a lot of stuff
@TheBettencourts Жыл бұрын
Yes it is.. I agree! - Mrs.
@thisiconisactuallygoofysfa9960 Жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts Mrs?
@TheBettencourts Жыл бұрын
@@thisiconisactuallygoofysfa9960 I am replying instead of my husband who usually replies to this video's comments.
@thisiconisactuallygoofysfa9960 Жыл бұрын
@@TheBettencourts ohhh ok. Tell him I said hi and to stay safe out there brot- I mean. Si- I don’t even know anymore
@spencercochran76773 жыл бұрын
Lefty?
@TheBettencourts2 жыл бұрын
Close... Righty that shoots lefty! He's a certain kind of special. Which is perfect for me.. Because I am a lefty.. and I sneak steal all the cool holsters he orders himself. Hehehe -Mrs.
@andrewrogers67445 жыл бұрын
Where's your tourniquet?!!
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Good catch, many people put their tourniquet on their vest. I actually was given an ankle holster medical kit prior to getting a vest, and got used to it there. No sense in changing it if I am already trained to look for it there in stress and find that placement comfortable.
@Kd-vl7xi4 жыл бұрын
Tourniquets are best not carried on our vest. We wear vest because there’s a good chance that’s where we’ll be shot.. so why put a life saving option where we’ll most likely be shot and it could be damaged. Belt and or pocket carry for sure
@alialsultani3043 жыл бұрын
YOU HAVE AN EXTENDED TASER BATTERY WHY DON'T YOU PLUG THE EXTRA CARTRIDGE IN IT ??????
@TheBettencourts3 жыл бұрын
He doesn't have that tazer anymore. Problem solved. Thanks for watching!
@Kd-vl7xi4 жыл бұрын
LE TO LE... what happens when you need a mag change brother. There’s no clear extraction
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
It looks that way, but the curvature of the set up actually tilts the mags forward / and out from under the pouch. I ran it this way for a couple of years without issues. I recently have reconfigured, not because of this, but because my assignment has changed and I wanted to drop some of the weight.
@jesustorres29594 жыл бұрын
Everyone talking about that dump pooch he says it in the beginning every one is different an this is his preference so stf
@em34ev3r5 жыл бұрын
You definitely don't work for a CA agency. I like how most other states/counties allow their regular beat officers to wear the outer vest. Its way too menacing out over here.
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
Use to work several CA agencies. The ones I worked are now doing external carriers as well. Everything in law enforcement is on a pendulum. It will swing one way for a while and then swing back. Stay safe and keep taking the fight to the street so that the thought of you will keep the people with bad intentions awake in their beds at night.
@martinramos80365 жыл бұрын
Ahh....
@Operation_Pew_Pew3 жыл бұрын
Tell me a cop with out saying your a cop.... says the wrong thing then said correction...😅😅
@TheBettencourts3 жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂🤣😂 his dispatcher wife does the same thing..... hey honey.... oh disregard! 😂🤣😂🙃
@coreyshumaker65295 жыл бұрын
To busy looking
@TheBettencourts5 жыл бұрын
Everyone is able to set theirs up how they like in my current agency. We have another agency in our area who dictates setup. Whoa baby are there a lot of complaints! But whatever works for you is the right answer.
@polecatfan16274 жыл бұрын
If it works, it works
@gordonadams4793Ай бұрын
Kinda cheesy gear for for a law enforcement officer. Must be a Sheriff in a very small community
@javidhernandez61234 жыл бұрын
Hi
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
Hello.
@javidhernandez61234 жыл бұрын
Hi
@javidhernandez61234 жыл бұрын
I need some good Best I'm a kid
@TheBettencourts4 жыл бұрын
We really aren't the channel for you. You might want to find someone that produces videos for kids.