Blauling's 8Fields Budget Chest Rig Setup
OptimusPrime
27 Jun 2026
Blauling shows his 8Fields budget chest rig setup, with a focus on its affordability and surprising utility. He acknowledges receiving the gear for free but aims for an objective look at whether a rig costing around sixty dollars can actually perform. The setup includes a variety of laser-cut pouches, such as a large general-purpose pouch and a saw pouch, which surprisingly hold their shape even when empty due to the stiff laminate material.
Blauling shows the functionality of this setup, detailing how the rig handles magazines, communication gear, and medical supplies. Whilst the X-harness is noted for its comfort once worn, he compares the struggle of putting it on to trying to remove a tight, sweaty shirt after a gym session—especially if you're stubborn enough to keep your hat on. The rig's scalability is highlighted as a benefit, allowing users to transition from a slim profile to a more bombed out configuration with ease.
In the end, the gear is presented as a solid choice for airsoft enthusiasts or those looking to test a new kit layout without emptying their savings. Although the stitching on the harness isn't perfect and the multicam isn't official, the overall value is difficult to ignore for recreational use.