Featured Brand: Damascus Protective Gear

When it comes to frontline defense, a brand’s credibility isn’t built on marketing—it’s built on the streets, in the field, and in the chaos of real-world situations. Damascus Protective Gear has been at the forefront of that reality for over 60 years, delivering reliable protective solutions trusted by police, corrections officers, security professionals, and military units worldwide.

Who is Damascus Protective Gear?

Founded in 1955, Damascus has spent decades focusing on one mission: protect those who protect others. Their reputation was forged through innovation in protective gear that meets the unique needs of law enforcement and crowd-control operations.

Unlike some brands that dabble across categories, Damascus has doubled down on mission-specific protection—producing gear that doesn’t just look tough but has been tested in the most intense environments.

Product Categories

Hand Protection

Damascus started with gloves and continues to lead in tactical hand protection. From cut-resistant duty gloves to hard-knuckle tactical gloves, their designs offer dexterity without sacrificing durability.

Body Protection

This is where Damascus truly shines. Their riot control and crowd management suits are engineered to withstand blunt force, projectiles, and environmental hazards. Each suit is modular, lightweight, and designed for rapid deployment.

Head & Face Protection

From tactical helmets to full-face riot shields and masks, Damascus provides solutions for officers who need clear vision and uncompromising protection. These products integrate seamlessly with their body armor systems, ensuring maximum coverage.

Riot & Crowd Control Gear

Shields, pads, and specialty suits designed to handle the unpredictable dynamics of crowd-control scenarios. Built tough but wearable for extended operations.

Accessories & Duty Gear

From protective padding to transport bags, Damascus rounds out its lineup with mission-ready accessories that make deployment smoother and safer.

Best-Selling Products

FX1 FlexForce™ Riot Control Suit

The flagship of Damascus’s riot gear lineup, the FX1 is widely regarded as one of the most effective riot suits in the world. It offers full-body blunt force protection, flame resistance, and modular adjustability—making it a staple for police and correctional departments.

DCP2000 Imperial™ Upper Body Protector

Lightweight yet robust, this chest and shoulder protector is perfect for officers who need mobility without compromising safety.

Riot Control Helmets (DCP Series)

With polycarbonate face shields, padded liners, and compatibility with communication systems, Damascus riot helmets are designed for all-day comfort under high-stress conditions.

Protective Gloves

From their ATX20 hard-shell riot control gloves to cut-resistant duty gloves, Damascus continues to dominate in hand protection where both dexterity and defense are non-negotiable.

Why Damascus?

Damascus gear is the result of decades of real-world feedback. Officers in riot scenarios don’t have time to worry about whether their gear will hold up. Damascus has earned its reputation by ensuring that when the tension escalates, their equipment delivers.

Final Word

Whether it’s a riot control suit, a helmet, or a pair of cut-resistant gloves, Damascus Protective Gear remains the trusted choice for agencies worldwide. When the mission calls for resilience, mobility, and maximum protection, Damascus steps up—proving why they’ve been a leader in protective solutions for more than half a century.