What GREY GHOST PRECISION does

GREY GHOST PRECISION, operating commercially as Grey Ghost Gear, is a US-based manufacturer and direct-to-consumer retailer of tactical nylon gear headquartered at 510 Pine Street in Wallace, Idaho. The company produces bags and packs, modular plate carrier systems (notably the SMC/Special Mission Carrier line), load-bearing equipment (battle belts, harnesses, suspenders), and tactical pouches — magazine, medical, radio, and admin — using 500D-1050D Cordura and ballistic nylon construction, laser-cut laminate techniques, YKK zippers, MALICE clip mounting, and MOLLE/PALS attachment standards, with MultiCam pattern licensing and low IR dye treatments for infrared signature management.

The business serves three principal segments: active-duty military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters/outdoor users. It generates revenue exclusively through one-time product sales, with no subscription or recurring component, distributed across DTC e-commerce (greyghostgear.com) and federal procurement via GSA Schedule Contract 47QRE20D000K. SKUs range from roughly $5.50 small-utility pouches to $599.99 premium ruck kits, and many products are offered in both standard and TAA-compliant variants to access federal and allied procurement channels.

The operating structure spans three related entities under common ownership — Tactical Tailor, Grey Ghost Gear, and Grey Ghost Precision — with Grey Ghost divisions positioned for custom and smaller-run work while Tactical Tailor handles larger-scale military contracts. Distribution is extended through sub-brands Mil-Spec Monkey (tactical accessories) and Karrimor SF (UK tactical carry), and the company ships internationally via USPS International from its Idaho headquarters, with the founder/owner Petrie Auret retaining ownership and no external venture capital or institutional investment disclosed.

Name

GREY GHOST PRECISION

Legal name

Grey Ghost Gear

Website

https://greyghostgear.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GREY GHOST PRECISION is a US manufacturer and direct-to-consumer retailer of tactical nylon gear — including plate carriers, modular load systems, bags, and pouches — serving military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters from its Wallace, Idaho headquarters, with federal procurement access via GSA Schedule contract.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tactical Gear Manufacturing

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994), Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing (332992)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949), Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Protective Armor & Impact Protection Retail (Body/Back/Chest) (CRAMANAC)

Keywords

• Tactical gear manufacturing
• Plate carrier systems
• Load bearing equipment
• Modular tactical pouches
• Military nylon products

Headquarters

HQ city

Wallace

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct sales of tactical gear including bags, packs, plate carriers, pouches, load systems, and accessories through e-commerce website and GSA contract. Revenue is one-time per transaction with no recurring component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Grey Ghost Precision (operating through its Grey Ghost Gear brand) designs, manufactures, and sells American-made tactical load-bearing equipment and accessories. The product portfolio spans plate carriers and modular SMC systems, battle belts, harnesses, magazine and medical pouches, backpacks, rucks, and range bags built from 500D-1050D Cordura nylon, laminate nylon, and waxed canvas. Products serve active-duty military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters, with TAA-compliant variants available for government procurement under GSA Schedule 47QRE20D000K.

Product overview

Grey Ghost Gear operates as a tactical gear manufacturer and online retailer offering a comprehensive portfolio of law enforcement, military, and civilian tactical products. The core offerings span bags and packs (backpacks, messenger bags, range bags, ruck sacks), plate carriers and modular SMC (Special Mission Carrier) systems, load bearing equipment (battle belts, suspenders, harnesses), and purpose-built pouches (magazine, medical, radio, admin). The company also distributes third-party brands including Mil-Spec Monkey and Karrimor SF. Key products include the BAR-5200 ALICE pack modernization system, SMC plate carrier ecosystem with interchangeable back panels and assault packs, UGF padded battle belt system, and specialized range bags. Many products are available in both standard and TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant versions. The company holds a GSA Schedule contract (47QRE20D000K) and ships from Wallace, Idaho.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mil-Spec Monkey: Tactical accessory brand including skull masks, apparel, and utility gear
• Karrimor SF

Products and services

• Grey Ghost Gear Brand Primary tactical gear brand offering bags, packs, plate carriers, load systems, pouches, and accessories for military, law enforcement, and civilian use.
• SMC Plate Carrier - Laminate Laser-cut laminate nylon plate carrier with adjustable shoulder straps, ROC buckles for emergency release, and YKK zippers for back panel compatibility. Weighs 1.5 lbs without plates. Priced at $304.99-$324.99.
• SMC 1 to 3 Assault Pack 24-hour to 3-day expandable assault pack that attaches to SMC plate carrier or is worn standalone. Features hard plastic back liner. Priced at $175.00-$185.00.
• SMC 1 to 3 Assault Pack - TAA Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant version of the SMC 1 to 3 Assault Pack with US-made materials. Priced at $80.00-$265.00. Designed for federal government procurement.
• BAR-5200 Kit ALICE Pack-style ruck system modernization kit comprising frame, bag, straps, and belt components. Priced at $519.99-$599.99.
• UGF Battle Belt with Padded Inner Two-piece padded battle belt system designed for tactical load distribution. Priced at $164.99-$166.99. Most popular product in the catalog.
• Griff Pack

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Tactical TailorcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 August 2017Tactical Tailor and Grey Ghost Gear/Grey Ghost Precision operate as related companies under common ownership. Tactical Tailor handles larger-scale military contracts while Grey Ghost divisions focus on custom and smaller-run tactical gear. Both are located near Fort McChord in Washington state.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Crye Precision: High-end plate carrier and uniform manufacturer supplying SOCOM and other special operations forces. Overlaps with Grey Ghost on plate carriers, modular accessories, and MultiCam-pattern products.
• Tactical Tailor: Direct sister company under common ownership with Grey Ghost Precision, manufacturing nylon tactical gear and bags near Fort McChord. Comparable product line, materials (Cordura, laminate), and customer base, with a stronger focus on larger military contracts.
• Velocity Systems: Specialty tactical plate carrier and load-bearing equipment maker focused on low-visibility, modular designs. Direct competitor in plate carriers and pouches targeting military and LE users.
• Blue Force Gear: Niche US tactical gear manufacturer known for plate carriers, belts, and pouches using proprietary laminated fabrics (similar to Grey Ghost's laser-cut laminate). Direct rival in MOLLE-compatible load-bearing gear for military and LE buyers.
• Mystery Ranch: Premium backpack and load-carry manufacturer serving military, hunting, and outdoor markets. Direct overlap with Grey Ghost's backpacks, ruck systems, and load-bearing categories.
• 5.11 Tactical: Largest US tactical apparel and gear brand serving military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters. Closest direct competitor with overlapping plate carrier, bag, and load-bearing equipment categories and a similar GSA-channel-plus-DTC model.
• Eagle Industries: Established maker of military load-bearing equipment, pouches, plate carriers, and packs. Closely comparable product portfolio and target customers (US military and law enforcement).
• London Bridge Trading Company: Manufacturer of military-spec nylon gear, plate carriers, and load-bearing equipment. Direct overlap with Grey Ghost's nylon tactical gear served to US military and law enforcement.

Emerging players

• SKD Tactical (Specialty Defense): Smaller tactical retailer and brand carrying plate carriers, pouches, and accessories relevant to civilian and LE shooters. Comparable scale and DTC-channel posture to Grey Ghost.

Broad incumbents

• Blackhawk Products Group: Large diversified tactical and law enforcement equipment manufacturer offering plate carriers, holsters, bags, and apparel. Competes with Grey Ghost across most product categories but at far greater scale and with broader distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/GreyGhostGear
• Xx.com/gprecision
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/grey-ghost-gear

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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