Propper
American military clothing manufacturer
Propper is a manufacturer of clothing and gear for tactical, law enforcement, EMS, fire services, coast guard, air force, public safety, and military applications. Since 1967, it has been one of the main uniform suppliers to the United States military. The company has supplied over 160 million garments to the U.S. Department of Defense, making it the leading supplier in terms of volume to the U.S. Armed Forces. The company is based in St. Charles, Missouri, and operates as both a government contractor and a commercial supplier.
History
Propper International was founded in 1967 by William S. Propper and landed its first government contract with the U.S. Navy, manufacturing the iconic white sailor caps known as "Dixie cups." As one of the largest official suppliers to the United States armed forces, Propper International has manufactured over 160 million garments for the U.S. Department of Defense – Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Special Forces. Propper also manufactures apparel for the commercial military, tactical, law enforcement, and public safety markets and sells through both dealer/retailer channels and online through e-commerce. Propper commercial products are distributed through more than 3,000 military and law enforcement and specialty retail stores and websites across the country.
In 2015, the company began offering boots, expanding beyond its traditional uniform manufacturing. Additionally, Propper International operates eight manufacturing facilities in Puerto Rico, including two in Cabo Rojo (Reto 1 and Reto 2), three in Mayagüez (Mayagüez 1, Mayagüez 2, and Equa), and locations in Lajas, Adjuntas, and Las Marías (Hunca Munca).
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