A plate carrier cummerbund is a Cordura nylon sash that helps with fit and tool storage.
The term cummerbund may bring to mind the idea of black-tie attire. But dating as far back as the Persian empire, people wrapped fabric sashes around the waist to carry tools and other items. They called them kamarbands, and they became common dress among military men.
Why Wear a Cummerbund?
Do you need a cummerbund? No, but there are a variety of reasons you may want one.
- Comfort: A fully adjustable cummerbund allows you to loosen or tighten as needed to get the proper fit.
- Storage: The plate carrier cummerbund continues to serve the purpose of kamarbands in ancient history, allowing you quick and convenient access to your tools.
- Stability: The cummerbund gives a more secure fit, keeping your carrier from shifting during movement.
Some people prefer the cummerbund over the side buckles on their carrier. You are free to run them in conjunction or choose for yourself. If you attach a cummerbund to your carrier and decide you want to remove the buckles, you can always do that.
What Cummerbund Kit Does the Armored Republic Offer?
We've designed our Cummerbund Kit to add storage and side armor capabilities. This is a great option for anyone who wants to add additional pouches, side plates, or side plate pouches to their plate carrier.
Cummerbund Kit Features
- Prevents shoulder and back injury by keeping your plates concentric to your body when moving around in armor
- Minimalistic and lightweight, yet plenty of real estate to attach additional pouches and gear
- Capable of being used with our side plate pouches for pairing with side plate protection
- Laser-cut with perimeter stitching for excellent breathability
- Made up of a front cummerbund admin flap
- Adjustable from XS to 2XL+, or 26.5” to 50+”
Though intended to work with the Veritas model, this kit is adaptable to work with other carriers as well. All you need is a pass-through design in the back of your carrier, kangaroo pocket, or cummerbund flap on the front plate pocket.
Conclusion
Put simply, the cummerbund is a Cordura nylon waistband that gives your carrier a better fit and provides you with additional ways to carry your essential tools. The kit works in conjunction with most carriers, provided they have the required features mentioned above.
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