After at least 6 months, this slays my previous pack and I have many to thank here for their posts, suggestions, and products - I have trooped in it a few times and am very happy with the feel and definately the positive public feedback.
The top box has magnets and hinges. I think I am going to remove the hinges and go with all magnets as I have yet to make use of it. The bottom box has magnets and of course taped. The boxes are attached to the frames with sheet metal screws. All the bits and pieces are screwed to the boxes. I cannot for the life of me get the paint to stick to parts of the bee stinger pitcher portion. I spun it around so it can't be seen for now. I attached the webbing to the frame using the old BS HW and holes.
The weathering is ongoing - did enough for the moment to get it a bit dirty
Boxes - SB
Vac Parts - MH & MDK
Radio - TK-459
Boyscout Frame
Wet Wipes Containers
Sump Pump Hose
Tupperware - Hamburger Stackers, pitcher, lid, & Craft box
Many other bits, pieces, and peeps