Dye IOTV Black

[alwaysonjohn]

Living near Ft. Campbell gives me the opportunity to purchase older military gear at cheap prices. Has anyone tried dyeing the Improved Outer Tactical Vest (IOTV) black? Is it possible to successfully dye nylon? I am just trying to get it pitch black.

If its not possible, does anyone know of a plate carrier that accepts the soft plates and hard plates (Esapi) that are made for the IOTV? and my last question is are there any companies that will dye your gear for you? that way i won't make a mess at the house.

Thanks,

John

Edited October 30, 2012 by alwaysonjohn

[Mr. Brooks]

I'm not sure about dying the gear but here is someone that can make a carrier in black.

http://www.beezcombatsystems.com/Interceptor-OTV-Carriers_c2.htm

[alwaysonjohn]

Thank you! I think i found what i wanted.

http://www.beezcombatsystems.com/BCS-Plate-Carrier-Molle-BCS-PC-M.htm

[Mr. Brooks]

Just FYI I'm pretty sure the one you linked will not take the IOTV soft armor. If you just want to carry hard plates it looks like a good option though.

[alwaysonjohn]

Yeah. I may sell the iotv and just carry hard plates since I have soft armor underneath.

[mmirob]

Just an FYI on dyeing nylon. It will take dye, it will turn black....HOWEVER it will also wear off and most importantly the first time it gets wet it will run off on your shirt undergarments and pants. Try to always get the color nylon made with the dye impregnated into the actuall nylon from the factory.