Forged from the fires of post World War II Germany, Steiner would emerge and develop overtime into its current form. The founder, Karl Steiner, had a vision that would mark the origin of Steiner in 1947. A modest single man operation fueled by the hunger of passion would grow into a more significant 50 man operation by the mid-1950s. If...
From the very start, The North Face has been about the outdoors in a major way. Despite the ironic setting of a beach town slightly above sea level, they have been serious about their approach and execution since 1966. Beginning as an outdoor retail store, The North Face would advance and adapt over the years into what we know of...
Born from the desire of Karl Elsener to “manufacture a compact knife with an array of practical functions,” the company we know of today as Victorinox was born in 1884 Ibach-Schwyz. The product of this company would be recognized globally as the Swiss Army Knife. Making a multifunction tool is not enough for Victorinox; they set their sights on nothing...
A Canadian company that was forged from the harsh environment and cold temperatures of the Great White North, Baffin would become a worldwide recognized name in the boot industry. Baffin concentrates its efforts at “being technically advanced, high-quality Footwear and Apparel." When you pick up a pair of Baffin boots, this is obviously apparent. Not limiting themselves to just footwear,...
Founded in 1941 by Akira Yokota, the company's name "Nanga" originates from the Himalyan mountain Nanga Parba, which stands above 8,126 meters, rendering it the ninth highest mountain in the world. Notoriously formidable to ascend and with an equally prohibitive death toll, the mountain has come to be nicknamed Killer Mountain. Deriving its inspiration from the endurance and fearlessness necessary...
Cold-hammer forged from the industrial era of the late 1880s, Carhartt would become an American household name. Hamilton Carhartt would design and produce workwear that people needed and loved. Purpose built, long lasting, hard wearing clothing for excellent value is what Carhartt is known for through to current day. Throughout history, Carhartt would play a role in military uniform production...
In 1850 a pioneer spirit by the name of C.C. Filson took his love of the great wild frontier, and combined it with one of American history's most defining chapters to create an activewear brand that would stand the test of both time and endeavor. Starting with the Gold Rush of 1897 and continuing to this day. "If a man...
Vasque footwear has been conquering the trails since 1964, taking hikers across the best and worst of terrain in both style and superior performance. A leading producer of some of the world's top-rated hiking and backpacking boots and trail runner shoes, Vasque now boasts over 50 years of brand loyalty. With each model now conceived and executed for a specific...
From its very roots, this company has been focused on one thing: producing the very best gear for the US combat soldier. For this reason, Otte Gear makes some seriously high-quality kit. Materials to build quality, everything is top notch. This drive for the best can be traced back to the needs of the soldier but now extends far beyond...
Starting as a small operation in 1987, Darrel Ralph Designs wouldn’t make its first sale until 1992. From this point on, Darrel Ralph Designs would become the industry-wide recognized company it is today. The company mission statement for Darrel Ralph Designs is simple. Basically, they produce incredibly high-quality hard use tools which are designed and built to last in the...
