Breacher Gear
Breacher Gear — Get Through the Door
Mechanical, hydraulic, thermal, explosive, ballistic. If there's a method, we carry the tools, the kits, and the protection for it — supplying breachers since 2012. SDVOSB. GSA Schedule GS-07F-148GA. ISO 9001:2015 custom kitting in Franklin, TN.
New to breaching or standing up a program? Start with the Breaching Equipment Guide — every method explained, with the gear for each.
Breacher Gear: Frequently Asked Questions
What is breacher gear?
The protective equipment and supporting items worn or carried by personnel gaining controlled access during tactical or emergency operations — helmets, eye and face protection, gloves, armor carriers, and load-bearing systems built to work alongside mechanical, hydraulic, thermal, and explosive entry tools. It protects against impact, fragmentation, and environmental hazards while keeping the operator mobile.
How is breacher gear different from general tactical gear?
Tactical gear supports a broad range of roles. Breacher gear is purpose-built for entry: protection against close-range hazards, abrasion, and impact, with reinforced construction and integration across helmet, armor, gloves, and tools — so nothing interferes at the door. Poorly integrated gear restricts movement and dexterity exactly when you can't afford it.
What breaching methods does EOD Gear support?
Mechanical, hydraulic, thermal, explosive, and ballistic entry — tools, kits, and equipment for each method, plus the protection and load carriage to run them. The Breaching Equipment Guide walks through when each method fits.
Who uses breacher gear?
SWAT teams, law enforcement tactical units, military personnel, and trained response teams responsible for controlled entry — with selection and use guided by training standards and agency policy. Agencies frequently standardize kits across the team for training consistency.
Can agencies purchase breaching equipment on GSA?
Yes. EOD Gear is a GSA Schedule contract holder — GS-07F-148GA. Agencies can purchase via GSA, P-Card, or purchase order. Call (938) 336-3639 or use the contact form for procurement support.
Can EOD Gear build a custom breacher kit for my team?
Yes. Kits are configured in-house in Franklin, TN under ISO 9001:2015 quality controls — matched to your entry methods, vehicle load plans, and SOPs. Contact us to spec it.