Crye Precision

Overview

Crye Precision is a manufacturer of tactical apparel, accessories, and equipment, specializing in Berry Amendment compliant items for the US military, law enforcement, and professionals. The company is known for developing the MultiCam camouflage pattern in 2002 and producing high-performance gear such as uniforms, load carriage systems, and body armor. It holds contracts with US and international forces, including a 2020 uniform contract for the British Royal Marines.

History

Crye Precision was founded in 1999 in New York City by Caleb Crye and Gregg Thompson, graduates of Cooper Union, with initial operations in Chelsea Market. The company expanded rapidly after 9/11 and the Berry Amendment's enforcement, prioritizing US-made products for military use. In 2002, it introduced the MultiCam camouflage pattern in collaboration with the US Army Soldier Systems Center. By 2013, it employed 150 people across 56,000 square feet in New York and New Jersey, and in 2020 secured a contract for British Royal Marines uniforms.

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Manufacturing

Products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA at the company's headquarters in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The company emphasizes domestic production to comply with the Berry Amendment, using American components for military contracts. Operations include in-house facilities spanning significant square footage in New York and New Jersey.

Notable Products

• MultiCam Pattern - Seven-color multi-environment camouflage developed for US Army in 2002.
• MCS Belt - Load-rated belt for heavy gear with comfort and mobility features.
• LPV System - Versatile low-profile system for concealment or full mission loadouts.
• AVS Harness - Adaptive vest system for scalable load carriage.
• G3 Combat Shirt - High-performance uniform shirt in MultiCam for tactical operations.
• JPC Plate Carrier - Lightweight plate carrier for body armor integration.

Reputation

Crye Precision is highly regarded by military and law enforcement professionals for durable, innovative gear that performs in demanding conditions, particularly MultiCam and modular systems. Enthusiasts praise its quality and US manufacturing compliance. Criticisms include high prices positioning it as a premium brand, limiting accessibility for civilians.