Who is Propper®? Tactical Gear Guide

   

Propper® is a tactical gear company that provides clothing, backpacks, footwear, body armor, and all the accessories you could ever need from eyewear to gloves, knives, hats, and flashlights. If you haven’t heard of Propper®, it’s probably because they have catered to the federal government and national and local law enforcement organizations. Propper® got its start in 1967 by making hats for the U.S. Navy. Over the years, Propper® has worked exclusively with the government to provide reliable tactical gear that is both affordable and durable. As Propper® continues to expand its business, they are able to sell to all markets, including the civilian and military communities.

What Are the Core Values of Propper®?

I think it’s always important to understand a company, especially nowadays with the access to the information we have as consumers. Some companies advertise being made in the U.S. and all their tags say made in China. Propper® has built a 200,000 square foot manufacturing facility in the heart of Tennessee, where it produces and ships all its products. As far as a companies values go, I always like to see something about authenticity, customer service, Quality Processing, and an unquestionable reputation. Every veteran reading this has most likely worn many different clothing items from Propper®, including boots, base layers, t-shirts, and pants.

AuthenticEverything sold from Propper® is made by them in their Tennessee facility.
DeliberateThe quality in processing is written into their values with a focus on precision.
ResponsiveAnytime I’ve ordered something from Propper® it always arrives on time and in good condition. I’d like to see more customer service in their values, but this is a great start for me.
ProvenPropper® has been the number 1 provider of tactical gear and clothing for the U.S. Military for the last 50 years. This is about an unquestionable reputation as a company can have.

Men’s Summerweight Tactical Pants

$49.99
at Propper®
Prices accurate at time of writing

What Does Propper® Sell?

Men’s ClothingPropper® sells Men’s Pants, shirts, jackets, and military clothing. A couple of the items that I personally own and use every year are the rain gear. Propper® has great rain pants and jackets that are easily packable into any size bag or large pocket. The versatility of the clothing is important because it ensures that you never have an excuse to leave it home when you’re outdoors. They also sell most military branches’ duty coats in all the different camo patterns that are allowed by each branch of the military.
Women’s ClothingPropper® sells women’s pants and shirts for both the outdoors and tactical environments. They have a large collection of women’s tactical pants that my wife uses to hike in. She has the Kinetic pants in charcoal and loves the way they feel and conform as she hikes, climbs, and jumps around on the mountain. She doesn’t carry, but these pants come with a side pocket designed for a spare magazine (she puts her keys in there).  A lot of women’s clothing is catered to uniforms for women in law enforcement and the military. They have a similar collection of Army ACU pants and coats along with polos for civilian LEOs.
Boots & SocksI know at some point in my career, I wore Propper® boots and didn’t have a huge problem with them. I think there are more comfortable boots out there, but Propper® boots are built to be put through anything. From rucking in the Cascade Mountains to beating the pavement in the hot sun of Iraq, these boots will make it through just about anything. You can get a solid pair of tactical waterproof boots for around $119.99.
BagsBackpacks, duffle bags, go-bags, gun cases, and patrol bags are all sold here. When I look for a backpack or duffle bag, the first thing I look for is the material used in the bag. I want to know that the bag is made with precision and care because nothing is worse than a bag with holes in it. Most of the bags are made from 100% nylon for a lightweight, flexible, and long-lasting tactical bag for all of your EDC needs.
ArmorPropper® sells a Level IIIA body armor plate, many different styles of plate carriers, and MOLLE attachments that are easy to install. The plate carriers are the impressive items in this section with different levels of protection and coverage to accommodate every type of body composition or mission requirement. One thing you really have to be careful of when selecting body armor that is not NIJ-Listed. If you’re wanting to learn more about the NIJ and what they do, read a blog from ShotStop® Ballistic Armor.
AccessoriesPropper® sells a really nice EDC belt that is rigid and tough to not be manipulated by the weight of a pistol on one side. When I was a cop, one of my biggest complaints about our gear was the belt. Our belts never could hold up to the weight of our heavy M9 pistol. This belt from Propper was definitely not in our inventory a decade ago. They don’t produce the knives, lights, or gloves they sell in here, but they sell all these products at a pretty fair price.

Women’s Kinetic Tactical Pants

$54.99
at Propper®
Prices accurate at time of writing

Does Propper® Have a Warranty?

Yes, Propper® has a limited 1-year warranty on all manufacturing for material defects that have degraded the product. In short, if a pair of pants or a shirt rips from you bending over or gets caught on a tree branch and punches through the fabric, you’ll get a new product of equal or lesser value. I don’t consider this the best warranty on apparel, but most companies don’t offer anything at 30-days.

What About The Return Policy?

The return policy is 90 days, instead of the traditional 30 days for all products. Make sure the item is in its original packaging with tags, manuals, and instructions included inside. Try to remember if they notice the clothing has been laundered and worn, they will not accept the item. However, if your receiver a shirt and it rips while you’re wearing it, you can turn it in inside 90 days, unless you’re doing something nefarious.

Propper 3-in-1 Hardshell Parka

$179.99
at Propper®
Prices accurate at time of writing

Conclusion

Propper® has been in business with the U.S. government for over 50 years because they offer a great product at an affordable price. I would find it hard to believe that a member of the armed forces or police force has never worn Propper® gear. They have great all-weather gear, such as the 3-in-1 Hardshell Parka and the packable rain gear. With company values that reflect their products, I’m confident in saying Propper® tactical gear and clothing are worth your time and money. Good luck and happy hunting!

Table of Contents

  • What Are the Core Values of Propper®?
  • What Does Propper® Sell?
  • Does Propper® Have a Warranty?
  • What About The Return Policy?

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