Tiger Tailor


Tiger Tailor: the French tactical equipment brand for law enforcement and military

Born from field expertise forged since 2006, Tiger Tailor stands as one of the few French brands capable of designing, prototyping and producing individual tactical equipment truly adapted to the operational constraints of law enforcement and military personnel.

Tactical equipment · French brand · Law enforcement & military

What is Tiger Tailor?

Tiger Tailor is a French design office and manufacturer specializing in individual tactical equipment. The brand primarily serves armed forces, law enforcement, specialized units and professionals in need of robust, modular equipment designed for field use.

Based in Wettolsheim, in Alsace, near Colmar, Tiger Tailor draws on expertise developed since 2006 in the design and production of individual equipment for military clients and law enforcement, with a strong specialization in rapid development based on specifications.

Key takeaways: Tiger Tailor is not an outdoor or airsoft brand. Its core business is exclusively professional tactical equipment, designed with end users and validated in the field.
2006
Year of start of design & production activity
Alsace
Main workshop in Wettolsheim, near Colmar
7+
Main product families in the catalog
FR
French brand, in-house R&D and prototyping

An R&D approach that makes the difference

What sets Tiger Tailor apart from most tactical equipment distributors is its in-house development capability. The brand has structured a complete design cycle ranging from operational monitoring through rapid prototyping to production launch.

Field monitoring and conflict analysis

Tiger Tailor continuously monitors technologies and equipment used in recent conflicts to guide its research directions. This reading of field developments allows the brand to anticipate needs rather than simply following market trends.

Users at the heart of the process

The brand holds weekly meetings with end users and has a pool of specialized testers. Lessons learned (RETEX) are integrated directly into product improvement cycles, ensuring a constant match between the equipment offered and field realities.

Rapid prototyping: CAD, laser cutting, 3D printing

Thanks to its CAD tools, laser cutting and 3D printing, Tiger Tailor is able to produce prototypes quickly, test them, and then adjust them before any potential series production. This production agility is a significant advantage for agencies with specific needs or tight deadlines.

Custom development: Tiger Tailor accepts custom developments based on specifications, can modify existing products or offer privatized production runs for units or agencies. Part of the catalog can even be anonymized upon request.

The main Tiger Tailor product families

The catalog is organized around several product universes covering all individual tactical equipment needs:

Vests & Covers
PolGen Range
Tactical covers for PN/GN inserts, maritime versions, female versions, compatible with multiple ballistic systems. The reference choice for French law enforcement.
Carrying
Tactical platforms
Plate carriers, chest rigs, modular panels: Platiger SMB Gen.3, Platecat Gen.4 NATO/SAPI, Chest Rig Falconex, Chest Rig VDK Gen.2…
Organization
MOLLE pouches
Over 49 references: utility pouches, medical pouches, handcuffs, MOLLE… A complete range to organize operational equipment.
Duty belt
Tactical belts
Libelt 50 Gen.2 belt in coyote, multicam, black, ranger green, sand. Under-belts and immediate carry accessories.
Protection
Ballistics
PGD-ARCH Gen.3 helmets, NIJ III+ plates, NIJ3A ballistic visors. Certified soft protections manufactured in Alsace.
Mobility
Backpacks & straps
Range of bags and strap systems for missions requiring long-duration carry or increased mobility.

Who uses Tiger Tailor?

Tiger Tailor targets a demanding professional audience. The brand states that its equipment is used by some of the most specialized French and foreign units:

GIGN RAID BRI-PP Marine Commandos 13th RDP CPA10 Foreign Legion National Police Gendarmerie Nationale Municipal Police

The brand is also present in Belgium and Switzerland, working with Police and Gendarmerie units. This international presence validates the robustness and operational relevance of Tiger Tailor solutions beyond French forces alone.


Why choose Tiger Tailor?

In a market where generalist brands, importers and a few specialized manufacturers coexist, Tiger Tailor holds a unique position.

Compatibility designed for French realities

The PolGen range is compatible with the ballistic inserts actually used by French forces: GK Pro, Safariland, Sioen, Verseidag, Paul Boyé. This is not a generic catalog translated into French — it is a range designed for the real configurations of police officers and gendarmes in service.

Textile, camouflage and ballistic expertise

Tiger Tailor also develops thermal and infrared camouflage solutions, creates custom camouflage patterns and designs special fabrics. A rare expertise that positions the brand for very specific military needs.

Responsive production, from small runs to volume

The Alsatian workshop handles prototypes, samples and small runs. For larger volumes, Tiger Tailor relies on European and Asian production sites, offering flexibility suited to any type of institutional order.

Tiger Tailor in summary

A serious French brand, rooted in the real operational needs of law enforcement and military personnel. Its ability to design, prototype and produce in-house, combined with regular field feedback and proven compatibility with French equipment, makes it a reference player for any professional seeking reliable, modular tactical equipment adapted to their mission.

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