Re: Eberlestock gear
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DamnYuppie</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am looking to get an Eberlestock bag for my shooting/range bag. I want something that can have all my gear in it, shooting mat, ammo, range book, kestrel, knee/shoulder pads, snacks, eye/hearing protection, place to store my phone/keys/wallet. Putting a rifle in it would be a huge plus as I would like to do some tactical competitions and would like to have my hands free while moving about.
I was looking at getting either the Gunslinger II, the X3 LoDrag, or the H2 Gunrunner. I am leaning towards the Gunslinger as it has a nice section up top to store admin minutia like a kestrel, pens, log books and such. Yet I can't determine why it costs $100 more then the other two. Any ideas or suggestions on which way to go?
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If you're wanting a range pack, then either the GS II or X3 LoDrag will work great. The H2 Gunrunner is more of a hunting pack & while one can certainly use one as a range bag, it is not going to be better in that role than either the X3 LoDrag or Gunslinger 2.
In comparing the X3 & Gunslinger II, you mentioned that you like the organizer within the top lid's pocket of the GS 2. That is one feature that sets it apart from the X3 LoDrag. Cargo capacity is also consideration, as the Gunslinger 2 is approximately 2,900 cubic inches while the X3 is closer to 2,300. Weight is also a factor to consider (but not necessarily the most important, as most guys aren't hauling gear long distances at the range) as the GS 2 is nearly two pounds heavier than the X3. Finally, the design of the Gunslinger 2 is conducive to adding pouches & accessories to the molle webbing on all surfaces of the pack, while the angled construction makes mounting such gear really only possible to the front & top of the X3 LoDrag. The molle webbing located at the sides of the X3 is angled, making the mounting surface somewhat narrow for mag pouches, first aid pouches, etc.
These are just a few differences between the two packs. There are others as well (get in touch if you'd like to further discuss; don't want to take up too much of Frank's bandwidth here) but these are particularly evident when considering your intended applications. Bottom line, the "better" pack is going to come down to needs, applications & the user's budget. Both will do the job of a range pack VERY well. As to why there is a $100.00 difference in price between the two, you can look at that from two different perspectives: the X3 LoDrag is an UNBELIEVABLE value & should be priced higher, as it does nearly everything the Gunslinger 2 can do, or; the Gunslinger II offers a lot of features that makes it a good choice for nearly any shooting/hunting/tactical application, creating a market segment all it's own, which easily justifies the price.
Hope this helps & please ask if you'd like me to further elaborate on the two packs. Best of luck with you decision. I'd be honored to help you out...
Ceylon
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