The Marauder Network: AWS Strike Rig

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The Marauder Network and Blue Jean Operator try the AWS Strike Rig in this episode... "Today I’ll be going over the AWS Strike Rig, a chest rig developed by Delta Force operators in the late 1980s, and used by their operators from Operation Gothic Serpent all the way into the GWOT.

Hope you enjoy!"

Blue Jean Operator: The Speedball Bandolier

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Speedball/Speedsoft players can find out more about the Speedball Bandolier in this video by the Blue Jean Operator... "Today I'll be going over the Speedball , a bandolier I helped develop in partnership with 3F Supply and Venture Surplus.

I've always been fascinated by the LBE worn by MACV SOG during Vietnam, with the ways they chose to carry extra ammo on patrol being especially interesting to me.

Blue Jean Operator With The TAGinn ML36 Grenade Launcher

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The TAGinn ML36 Grenade Launcher is always recommended for use in Milsim events and here is Blue Jean Operator bringing one... "Today I'll be showing off my custom standalone TAGinn ML-36 grenade launcher , aka, The Plasma Pistol .

I've been using this launcher at several MilSim West events, and today I'll be showing you the launcher setup, the gear I run with it, and just my general experience using this temperamental, yet devastating blaster in the field.

Best Thermal Device Setup For Those On A Budget

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Blue Jean Operator takes a look at a thermal device for those who are on a budget... "Today we'll be taking a look at the DNT Hydra 384, which is a more budget thermal coming in at around $1500

I've been testing out quite a few different thermal optics this past year including several different high-end thermals from AGM, as well as the unconventional DRS-TH (Thermal/Red Dot Hybrid) from Holosun.

Onward Research "Tatanka" AK Rail

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Blue Jean Operator talks about the Onward Research "Tatanka" AK Rail... "Today we'll be taking a look at my new AK-103 setup, utilizing a prototype of Onward Research's new "Tatanka" AK rail. Onward Research making an AK rail caught me completely by surprise, as well as their willingness to try one out on a build.

Join me today as I talk about this AK, the rail, as well as all the other gear bits I use to run an AK.

Enjoy!"

Blue Jean Operator: Bullpuped BRN-180

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Blue Jean Operator features a bullpuped BRN-180 using the Scy AR-15/bullpup conversion kit from Reap Weaponries. He demonstrates the kit's efficacy using a bufferless BRN-180 upper receiver during an ATV-based shooting drill, emphasizing the bullpup's compactness and maneuverability. While the trigger pull on a standard AR-15 trigger is decent for a bullpup (7-8 lbs), some ergonomics like the magazine release require practice or extended parts.

Blue Jean Operator: Kommando Store K2 Gorka (KLMK Version)

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Blue Jean Operator checks out this US$300 mountain suit if it's worth the money... "I've been using the K2 Mountain Suit for quite a while now (mostly the Ranger Green version), and it has grown on me as being one of my favorite garments to wear out in the field. Especially when its chilly out.

They recently released their Russian KLMK pattern version, so I thought it was finally time for a full video on the suit.

Blue Jean Operator's Complete Rifle Painting Guide

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Another guide in painting your rifle like a pro, this time by the Blue Jean Operator... "I've been painting guns for over 15 years now, starting off as a kid painting Airsoft guns in my dad's backyard, then through my time at Ranger Battalion painting my Block II and SAW, and now painting the variety of weapons I've picked up since starting this channel.

Novus Precision PDS-1 "Military Package"

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The Blue Jean Operator goes over the Novus Precision PDS-1, which is based in a Russian design... "Today we'll be taking a look at the new Novus Precision PDS-1 "military package", which includes the newer military style reticle division symbol , and 3X Prismatic Magnifier .

This package is meant to be a clone of what is supposed to be issued to Russian troops with their AK-12s.

The real optics are the 1p87 (the red dot), and the Jupiter 3x magnifier.

Blue Jean Operator's Winter Raid Kit Breakdown

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Not playing airsoft in winter for not being able to have the proper kit? Watch this video by Blue Jean Operator showing this winter raid kit so you can have an idea on what to put together... "Being out at a military FTX (Field Training Exercise) in cold weather can suck if you are not prepared. This is also true when out at a MilSim event that actually makes you stay out in the field like we do at MilSim West.

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