by SHUMP on Mon Aug 02, 2010 9:47 am
Hmmmm. i figured the contractor look would catch on eventually. normally i try not to change folks minds, or knock a good thing but don't you think it would be cooler to replicate the look of a real mercenary? i would say go to a bookman's find a 70/80's era soldier of fortune (an issue from before they were shut down then re-opened) and check out their kits. Lots of bush gear, chi-coms and radio head sets. all the hallmarks of a classic modern mercenary, but without the rich boy feel. keeping it simple is key. if it were me I'd go with a chicom chest rig, defunct unit insignia with beret, some type of ak or pre-m4 colt carbine (m733 works) light jungle boots, and some type of foreign camo trousers, lizard french pattern or something dutch. mix it up with a modern radio set and a few other odds and ends like extra nylon pouches or whatever and bam! you look like a real mercenary ready to kill for the highest bidder, african bush style or lebanese conflict. lots of european stuff mixed with us and russian is a good way to start. i know it's not specifically contractor, but i hope it gives you an alternate perspective on your next kit.
listen to warren zevon's song- Roland the Thompson Gunner...might help lol
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