Kel-Lac News

The original inspiration for cargo pants came from a British idea in the 1930s. British soldiers’ battle dress was fitted with one large pocket on each pant leg for ammunition and additional provision … read more

There are many inside meanings to the things the military says, does, and even the uniforms that people wear. With all this inside jargon and the need to understand how the symbols and patches correla … read more

Once you learn the jargon used inside military circles, you can begin to understand the culture of military installations. Most of this language and culture originates from a singular source—the milit … read more

Any time you’re lacing military combat boots, you need to make sure that the material you’re using is within regulations. You also need to make sure that the way you are lacing or tying your boots is … read more

Soldiers deployed overseas in tropical or humid environments often wear boonie hats as a standardized part of their uniform. There are several reasons for this, but the main reason is to help regulate … read more

It’s hard to let go of those old regulation uniforms you worked so hard to keep in pristine condition. But now that the years have gone by, they serve no purpose but to rest on a hanger.Now you have a … read more