Magazine articles tagged with 'cordura'

If you've spent any time shopping for gear, browsing forums, or watching tactical YouTube videos, you've probably heard the terms "tactical gear" and "military gear" used almost interchangeably. While they share similarities and often overlap, there are important differences between the two.

Nylon 1000D vs. 500D: A Material Showdown Nylon is renowned for its durability and is used for plate carriers, bags, pouches and textile products. The "D" in the name signifies denier, a measure of thread thickness. This directly impacts the material's strength, weight, and suitability for different applications.