Split Rivets on McMaster Carr

[LaserBrain99]

I would just get these, but the seller is taking a break for a while. I love the dimensioned drawing, and these seem to match perfectly.

 

Check out McMaster part number 97461A674

 

http://www.mcmaster.com/#=u2wdv4

 

It seems to meet all the requirements for the split rivets. About $6 + s&h for a box of 25.

 

I'm aiming for a Centurion build and I'm just a little unsure where these are used.

Two for the thigh boxes

Three + one on the abdomen plate

Three on the kidney

 

Nine total, correct?

[gazmosis[501st]]

Actually, the fasteners that hold the thigh pack on are two piece speed rivets. They also have a slightly smaller diameter to the head.

[LaserBrain99]

Thanks, Steve. A two-piece speed rivet may be more accurate, but these would meet Centurion requirements (actually EIB) for the thigh ammo belt.   Do I understand correctly?

 

 

 

• Thigh ammo belt is attached to thigh with a solid head rivet or fastener in the upper corner and fastened to the lower thigh ridge.
  • The solid head rivet attachment is painted white.
  • Standard pop rivets are not allowed

[Locitus[Admin]]

Yes, we allow split rivets for the knee pack. But the correct one to use is the cap rivet.

[fuumantroop[TK]]

http://www.buckleguy.com/rv779-double-cap-rivet-cap-7mm-post-7-9mm-nickel-matte-solid-brass-100-per-bag/

 

Found this for the speed rivets. Yes you get a whole 100 of them, but its only $11 before shipping. Id be interested in splitting these if your interested

[gazmosis[501st]]

I already have two drawers full of them

[fuumantroop[TK]]

Nice! Wish i could just find them locally