Hi Mason...
the thing with the rivets on the ammobelt on the thigh armor is not really a problem.
But sry, the matter with the shoulder straps i don't unterstand...i've used quikly a pic by Rick330( Rick, i hope this is not a problem ) and there is also the white elastic bands-
http://img.photobuck...on/DSCF0573.jpg
and at John Blakk's build, i think it's only the elsatic band (hope this is ok as well, John)!?!-
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5302/5760479321_7601df1678_b.jpg
...and at other mates some shoulder straps also are free float in the back....
or are these elastic bands may be present, but the shoulder straps should be affixed on the back plate with white velcro?!?!....I've understood correctly?!?!?!
Sry for my confusion.....