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I am interested in a user’s opinion of the new beltless bag system by Occidental Leather. Or, perhaps you’ve found another type of perfect tool belt. Let me know.
Thanks,
Rob Ells
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On the question of "another" belt, after many types of leather belts trying to find the "perfect" one, I gave up on leather....went to cordura. It's lighter,(stronger is a coin flip)but does not stretch out or sag over time, and dries out QUICK! (We work out of Seattle) The one set I have for framing is convertable in a way that they can be arranged to suit your particular job or needs and has a nice WIDE back support (I dont even use suspenders), can be hosed off when dirty (never done that, but I suppose it could be done). I also have a set for lighter work such as finish or electrical work that are top shelf as well. Pro-Level is the brand name and are around 90 bucks for the full set of framers (5 bags) and about 30 bucks for the small sets minus belt. Give 'em a try, you'll like 'em.
*I wish someone had mentioned that bags are available in a left hand version. I've had to have a cobbler modify mine. I have the catalog with the beltless system. My thought is they would flop around and possibly throw yourself off balance.
*I'm still looking for a belt that doesn't have rivets that zap me between the finger and fingernail and have come up empty, be it leather or cordura. Anyone have one?
*I have owned a beltless tool bag by Occidental Leather for about a month now. They are a bag system. They do not flop around as bad as one might think. They do move a little, but not that much. The pouches are very large and accomadate many tools and nails. The only problems that I have with mine is that the hammer holder is in the front, and that the bags raise up on one side when on a steep roof and you are leaning to one side. For example. I have been putting vinyl siding on some doormers on an 8:12 roof. They are small doormers so I have to lay on one side to install the J-channel and siding. When I lean to one side, the bag will ride up on the side that I am leaning on which causes the other bag to ride lower. It is not that big of a problem, but it can be aggravating in tight spots.
*Scott McBride (I think) wrote them up in the current FHB in "Tools and Materials".
*Bags from Diamond Back are rugged and last forever, check them out in fhbIhave one and love it
*Any idea where can I find a left-handed drill holster (one that's designed to fit on the left side of a belt)? Every one (I mean EVERY ONE) I've ever seen is made to fit on the right side of a belt...I suppose I could always wear a right-handed one on a shoulder strap under my left arm like an undercover cop, eh?
*Mike, Occidental used to have both right and left handed screw gun holsters. Check them out, haven't looked on the web as they are local to me, but I'm fairly sure they can accomodate your needs(in the holster dept).
*bucket boss does, too.
*Last I checked, Diamondback made them for both sides. And theirs have a velcro neck to make them easily removable.They're not cheap, at around $40 a pop. I'm still putting off buying one till I can't stand it no more. But if its as well made as the rest of my current Diamondback belt it will be well worth it.You can see them at:> http://toolbelts.com/E1B.htmDick Streff
*Ive checked out the beltless system from Occidental at Orco in San Diego. I don't like that it can't be added on to. I've used the "Pro Framer" Occidental bags for 8 years or so and added the 7" rear bag and sheepskin hip pads whithin the past year. I've tried the Cordura bags and they seemed to rip at the seams.
*i bought my first cordura set for sixty bones aout 6mo ago. my partners made fun of me at first, come to find out, last week i noticed one of them had also just got one. i love mine (so do my fingernails!)by the way; seems like i saw an underarm drill holster once----in the bucket boss catalog maybe?
*I found out more about the drill holster. It's called a "gunslinger", it was made for the Duluth Trading Company (Bucketboss), and is currently a discontinued item. I, however, have been petitoning them to bring it back (what do you know it might work) if you want to try or to just look at their products go to:http://generalstore.duluthtrading.com/1-800-505-8888/index.html
*To hell with right or left handed holsters { I, myself, am optionally gifted on the leftish side), Prazzi Big Lugg. Not biased either way.Hook on up. BBPS, I've got a left handed holster from home depot, very rare, call me, you pay shipping.
*I have tried many bags over the last decade or so and have settled on the Oxy-lights trimmer.I still have my leathe framer,but for summer work and when I do crouch work like stairs or baseboard, the lighter bag is sure easier to stand up with at the end of the day. Oh yeah-I agree with Billy-the Prazi lug is great-very flexible.
*I have the beltless system and have noticed a considerable difference in the back pain I was having. I recomend them for this reason alone not to mention plenty of room, and weight distribution is excellant.
*I do not have the Occidental Bags but did cut the buckle off my belt, then went to the saddlery fellow and had him build the same basic outfit. I love it as far as comfort goes. The addition of winter clothes and squatting down to do baseboards and such is no longer a problem. The only problem I do have is that they are so comfy I load the bloody things up all day long and then suddenly realize I'm packing a ton of stuff I dont need but didn't notice. I highly reccommend the beltless plan.
*I suppose I like the thick and wide military or Army web belt the best and have never wanted to switch. I have tried different brands of belted/beltless tool rigs. The Army's web belt is adjustable to just about any size, very, very durable and with suspenders can support or suspend just about any weight of tools. I tend to end up packing more than I need to, a small job here and there requiring a specific tool and pretty soon I'm over my head. I like to and try to stick to just the basics (ie-hammer, knife, tape, pliers, square, pencils, and job specific) with one or two nail bags or a separate tie on nail pouch (available at any hardware/lumber yard). Lately with the heat/humidity I've wanted to add a water bottle, but then I might as well take a break in the shade for a minute, hmmm........
*I've tried the beltless bag system, I didn't care for it much trading a lower back ache for an upper one. Anyone want to buy this rig?
*I've been using a bucket boss vest for a couple of months now. It's not perfect, but it does the job, is pretty comfortable, and, only costs 50 bucks.
*try the snickers range of work wear,i swear by em.no more back ache. fit anything and everything on em.please reply via [email protected]
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I am interested in a user's opinion of the new beltless bag system by Occidental Leather. Or, perhaps you've found another type of perfect tool belt. Let me know.
Thanks,
Rob Ells