{"id":106556,"date":"2019-02-12T17:51:20","date_gmt":"2019-02-12T17:51:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/uncategorized\/2019\/02\/12\/advanced-slickster-from-re-factor-tactical-and-ferro-concepts\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T11:29:11","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T11:29:11","slug":"advanced-slickster-from-re-factor-tactical-and-ferro-concepts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/off-duty\/gearscout\/2019\/02\/12\/advanced-slickster-from-re-factor-tactical-and-ferro-concepts\/","title":{"rendered":"Next-gen Plate Carrier: the \u201cAdvanced Slickster\u201d from RE Factor Tactical"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This plate carrier is the new release from SOF-owned and -operated RE Factor Tactical. Designed in conjunction with Ferro Concepts, t was, they advised, created to fit a&#8221;&#8230;large number of missions sets to include high vis kinetic operations to low vis work.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s called the Advanced Slickster <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refactortactical.com\/products\/plate-carrier\" target=_blank>Plate Carrier<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"673\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-01.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-01.jpg.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-01.jpg.jpg?resize=300,101 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-01.jpg.jpg?resize=768,258 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-01.jpg.jpg?resize=1024,345 1024w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-01.jpg.jpg?resize=1536,517 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it wasn\u2019t <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarytimes.com\/off-duty\/gearscout\/2018\/08\/21\/how-spiders-are-helping-design-tomorrows-combat-body-armor\/\" target=\"_blank\">made by spiders<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarytimes.com\/off-duty\/gearscout\/2018\/09\/05\/this-is-russias-next-generation-combat-armor-suit-and-its-straight-out-of-robocop\/\" target=\"_blank\">isn\u2019t reminiscent of RoboCop<\/a>, this clever designed plate carrier possesses several interesting features. Here are some key points:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ferro Concept&#8217;s tested Slickster base<\/li><li>PTT Loops on front of vest<\/li><li>Integrated Kangaroo pocket for magazines\/essential equipment<\/li><li>Elastic comms wires&nbsp;<\/li><li>2 x integrated radio pouches capable of fitting up to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarytimes.com\/news\/your-army\/2018\/02\/22\/army-fast-tracks-new-equipment-for-military-advisers-deploying-to-afghanistan\/\" target=_blank>PRC-152 Radio<\/a><\/li><li>4 x 6&#8243; Zipped admin pocket capable of holding a passport or similar sized item<\/li><li>Elastic cummerbund with 4 x magazine carriers<\/li><li>Added elastic retainers to cummerbund carrier for magazine (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarytimes.com\/news\/your-army\/2018\/12\/10\/more-than-a-rifle-how-a-new-68mm-round-advanced-optics-will-make-soldiers-marines-a-lot-deadlier\/\" target=_blank>including 6.8<\/a>) retention<\/li><li>MOLLE Laser cut back panel<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-12.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-12.JPG.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-12.JPG.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-12.JPG.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-12.JPG.jpg?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-12.JPG.jpg?resize=1024,1024 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-14.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-14.JPG.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-14.JPG.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-14.JPG.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-14.JPG.jpg?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-14.JPG.jpg?resize=1024,1024 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-13.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-13.JPG.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-13.JPG.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-13.JPG.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-13.JPG.jpg?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-13.JPG.jpg?resize=1024,1024 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the release:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Unique Plate Carrier Setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We opted to create a unique carrier setup after years of frustration of wearing plate carriers that were good, but not quite good enough. This plate carrier went through extensive testing overseas with individuals actively participating in the war on terror. We continued to develop the plate carrier based on the actual current needs of combat. Our goal was to set out and create the best plate carrier on the market with features that could: maintain current comms systems, carry multiple magazines, attach equipment to the back, hold standard PTT systems, hold important documents and maps, fit in both a high vis environment and a low vis environment and most importantly be worn comfortably for long periods in a multitude of environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10a.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10a.JPG.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10a.JPG.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10a.JPG.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10a.JPG.jpg?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10a.JPG.jpg?resize=1024,1024 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Low Profile Plate Carrier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If needed, the Advanced Slickster Plate Carrier can be stripped of it\u2019s equipment to maintain roughly the same print as the traditional Slickster. Our goal was not just to create the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.breachbangclear.com\/best-plate-carrier\/\" target=_blank>best plate carrier<\/a> available, but to create a low profile\/slick plate carrier that could adapt to fit any individual mission need without sacrificing functionality. While this isn\u2019t the most low profile system on the market it is the most low profile carrier that can still be adapted for use in high vis kinetic environments if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3768\" height=\"3768\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg 3768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg?resize=1024,1024 1024w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg?resize=1536,1536 1536w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10c.JPG.jpg?resize=2048,2048 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3768px) 100vw, 3768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10b.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10b.JPG.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10b.JPG.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10b.JPG.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10b.JPG.jpg?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-10b.JPG.jpg?resize=1024,1024 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tactical Plate Carrier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Advanced Slickster can also be adapted for use as a high vis, fully tactical plate carrier. We went through great lengths to create a system that could fully accommodate multiple comms systems. Each edge of the vest comes with a number of elastic loops to help you route your radio\/antenna wires. In addition, we included two large radio pockets for individuals using dual comms set ups. When not used, the second radio pocket can fit other mission essential items such as smoke, magazines, flares etc. We included an adjustable elastic loop on the top of the radio pockets to ensure your items stay securely in place. We also included a special cut flap on the front of the carrier that can accommodate a number of different PTTs on the market. We also included 4 vertical MOLLE slits next to each side of the admin pocket for further PTT placement options if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, we optimized the cummerbund to be able to securely carry a wide variety of rifle magazines, smoke or other mission essential equipment. In the cummerbund we added four pockets with adjustable elastic retainers that will help keep your magazines in place during periods of intense activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3818\" height=\"2755\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-20.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-20.JPG.jpg 3818w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-20.JPG.jpg?resize=300,216 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-20.JPG.jpg?resize=768,554 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-20.JPG.jpg?resize=1024,739 1024w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-20.JPG.jpg?resize=1536,1108 1536w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-20.JPG.jpg?resize=2048,1478 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3818px) 100vw, 3818px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.housemorningwood.com\/tactical-low-profile\/\" target=_blank>low vis<\/a>\/high vis, overt- or covert-capable armor is currently available in MultiCam, Coyote, and Black <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refactortactical.com\/collections\/tactical-accessories\/products\/plate-carrier?variant=13612998525003\" target=_blank>on the RE Factor website<\/a>, with Ranger Green and Wolf Grey an option on <a href=\"https:\/\/ferroconcepts.com\/products\/the-slickster\" target=_blank>the Ferro Concepts site<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find RE Factor Tactical on Instagram, @<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find them on Facebook,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read the RE Factor Tactical Blog. Find articles explaining everything from <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.refactortactical.com\/blog\/minute-of-angle\/https:\/\/blog.refactortactical.com\/blog\/minute-of-angle\/\" target=_blank>Minute of Angle<\/a> to the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.refactortactical.com\/?s=best+VA+Loan+Lender\" target=_blank>best VA home lenders<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-18.JPG.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-18.JPG.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-18.JPG.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/RE-Factor-Tactical-Slickster-Plate-Carrie-18.JPG.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, 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