Top Brass Tactical

Top Brass Tactical started as a tiny surplus store in 1971 and grew into one of the most respected tactical retailers in America. Now operating two full-size stores in San Antonio and Houston, they've earned a reputation as the gear supplier for military, law enforcement, first responders, and serious outdoor enthusiasts.

The San Antonio location—a 20,000 sq ft megastore on I-10 West—stocks over 300,000 products from 600+ industry brands. This isn't a generic retailer; they've built relationships with manufacturers like 5.11 Tactical, Magpul, Benchmade, SureFire, Streamlight, Salomon, and Oakley.

Tactical Gear & Body Armor - Plate carriers, chest rigs, tactical vests - Body armor plates and carriers - MOLLE pouches and load-bearing systems

Firearms & Parts - Ammunition (pistol, rifle, rimfire, shotgun) - Holsters (duty, IWB/OWB, concealment, ankle, shoulder) - Rifle and pistol parts (barrels, triggers, grips, stocks, charging handles) - Shotgun parts and accessories - Magazines and ammunition reloading supplies - Optics (red dots, scopes, night vision, thermal, magnifiers, rangefinders)

Clothing & Footwear - AR 670-1 compliant military uniforms - Tactical pants, shirts, and BDU gear - Combat and tactical boots (combat, hiking, cold weather, work boots) - Base layers and duty outerwear - Headwear (boonies, beanies, tactical caps)

Bags, Cases & Storage - Hard rifle, pistol, and shotgun cases - Soft weapon cases - Tactical backpacks and EDC packs - Gun safes, racks, and storage solutions - Pelican cases

Specialty Gear - Knives (fixed blade, folding, assisted, autos, hunting/bushcraft) - Lights and weapon lights - First aid kits (IFAK) and medical pouches - Night vision and thermal imaging - Law enforcement duty gear and batons - Personal defense (pepper spray, tasers, tactical pens) - Survival and camping equipment

"If we don't trust a product, we won't sell it. Period. What you purchase from Top Brass could have a hand in saving your life or someone else's life one day…and we take that very seriously."

Beyond retail, Top Brass offers knowledgeable staff including in-house gunsmithing expertise. Customers report getting professional recommendations—like being matched with the right holster for their carry weapon—and receiving tips on building modern sporting rifles.

• •Fast Shipping - Same-day shipping on thousands of products; free ground shipping on orders over $99

• •Returns & Guarantees - 365-day returns, 30-day guarantee, 100% satisfaction promise

• •Scale - Over 1 million customers served. 300,000+ products in stock means less waiting, more getting exactly what you need.

• •Staff Expertise - Product experts on staff who actually know gear and can problem-solve for specific needs (duty belts, concealed carry setups, tactical clothing requirements).

• •Customization - Will provide competitive quotes for large-scale purchases and can help assemble custom loadouts for military, law enforcement, or business teams.

Customers consistently praise the selection, competitive pricing, and knowledgeable staff. One reviewer noted getting expert recommendations from store manager Josh and picking up gunsmithing tips while shopping. Another highlighted their "great selection of duty gear, clothing, knives, gun care products and gun parts" along with real-world tactical gear that actually works for tough jobs.

Top Brass isn't trying to be everything to everyone. They're built for people who know what they need: military personnel, law enforcement, first responders, and tactical professionals. If that's your world, the inventory depth and staff expertise make it worth the trip.