Founded in 2012 by a husband-and-wife team, Redux & Co. makes compact, rugged watches and everyday-carry gear inspired by WWII pilot instruments. The small family business developed its COURG timepiece with input from more than 2,300 supporters, then expanded the line with titanium mission watches and purpose-built straps. Its Prototype Division keeps that hands-on spirit alive with limited experimental gear and one-off workshop pieces.
Duvall LeatherFounded in 2005 by master craftsman Nick Duvall, Duvall Leather handcrafts American-made leather goods in Pennsylvania, from everyday carry pieces to handbags and custom work. The Kingston-area company grew from Duvall’s basement workshop and an early specialty in historically accurate military reproductions into a contemporary leather-goods maker, while retaining its emphasis on traditional construction and small-batch production. Its private-label operation also provides in-house leather manufacturing from a 4,000-square-foot production facility.KINGSTON, PA
jimmytronicsFounded by two 22-year-old friends, Danny and Riley, jimmytronics designs and manufactures compact everyday-carry tools for people who spend time outdoors or simply want useful gear close at hand. Its small lineup includes the keychain-sized Sardine Nano Knife and Atlas Pry Bar, both designed in New York, while the company develops products through ongoing feedback from its customer community. Jimmytronics also services and repairs its knives through a lifetime-warranty program at its Brooklyn office.BROOKLYN, NY
RothcoFamily-owned and operated since 1953, Rothco is a military-surplus business turned manufacturer with roots in Milton Somberg’s original company. Today, its more than 150 employees develop durable gear for professionals, dealers, and outdoor users, while the brand remains closely associated with its long-running BDU pants.RONKONKOMA, NY
Black Swamp Leather Company LLCFrom a Northwest Ohio garage side hustle, Mike Epling has built Black Swamp Leather Company LLC into a one-person shop making handmade holsters, belts, and everyday leather gear. His former work repairing tooling and machining in a plastic injection shop informs the shop’s emphasis on precision and durability, while every piece is made in-house rather than mass-produced. The company also supports military personnel, law enforcement officers, and firefighters through its work and community-minded mission.MONTPELIER, OH