Duty Gear, Insignia & Badges Since 1981

AirTek and Ballistic duty belts and cases, Edge and Flex polymer gear, badge holders, collar brass, rank insignia, flag patches and stock badges.

For fire officers

Bugles for Every Rank, Lieutenant to Chief

Hero's Pride makes fire service collar insignia for each step up the ladder: one bugle for Lieutenant, two parallel or crossed bugles for Captain, three for Assistant Chief, four for Deputy Chief and five for Chief, plus the fire scramble. The metal pairs come in 3/4" and 15/16" heights, in gold plated or nickel plated, and the 15/16" pairs also come in red enamel on gold. Each metal pair has two posts with clutch backs. Prefer cloth? The embroidered 1" circles come in gold on white, navy or red.

Lieutenant, 1 BugleLieutenant, 1 Bugle15/16" pair, gold, nickel or redCaptain, 2 Parallel BuglesCaptain, 2 Parallel Bugles3/4" pair, gold or nickelAssistant Chief, 3 BuglesAssistant Chief, 3 Bugles15/16" pair, gold, nickel or redChief, 5 BuglesChief, 5 Bugles3/4" pair, gold or nickel
Shop Collar & Rank Insignia

Rank names follow Hero's Pride's labels. Bugle layouts vary by department, so check your uniform policy before you order. Police rank bars, chevrons and epaulettes are in the same collar and rank insignia category.

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AirTek, Ballistic, TAC, Edge or Flex?

Hero's Pride builds duty gear in five lines: AirTek (leather look), Ballistic and Ballistic TAC (nylon), and Edge and Flex (polymer). Here are the main belts and one cuff case from each line, side by side.

ProductLine & buildBest forWidth / mountingOptions & sizes
AirTek Sam Browne Deluxe Duty BeltAirTek with 33E HP finish, suede lining, row stitchingA full duty load on a traditional uniform2.25" with double-tongued bucklePlain or basket weave, hook lining optional; nickel or brass; 26"-66"
AirTek Basix Rugged Hook Lined Duty BeltAirTek with 33E HP finish, hook-linedPatrol and security; grips a loop-lined inner belt2.25"Plain or basket weave; S-4XL (24"-66")
Ballistic Deluxe Duty Belt1680-denier ballistic, 6-layer web, four-row stitchingA full nylon duty rig2.25", loop-lined for an inner beltS-4XL (24"-66")
Ballistic Rigid Extreme Duty Belt1680-denier, 6-layer web with interior polymer stiffenerThe most rigid Ballistic belt, for heavy loads2.25", loop-lined for an inner beltS-4XL (24"-66")
Cobra Pro Buckle Ballistic Rigid Deluxe Belt1680-denier, 6-layer web with polymer coreQuick-release Cobra Pro Style buckle2.25"S-4XL (24"-66")
HP Tactical MOLLE Battle BeltNylon, triangular MOLLE pattern, foam-padded insideMounting gear at 0, 45 or 90 degrees2" platform; takes most 2.25" belt-loop gearS-4XL (24"-66"); hook inner belt sold separately
Ballistic Duty Gear Rig Kit (7-in-1)1680-denier nylon belt plus cuff, OC, light, baton and key cases and 4 keepersOutfitting new officers and security staff2" beltWith or without radio holder; S-3XL (24"-58")
AirTek Single Handcuff CaseAirTek, snap closedStandard chain cuffs, leather-look rig2" and 2.25" duty beltsPlain or basket weave; brass, black, nickel or hidden snap
Ballistic Handcuff CaseMolded 1680-denier nylonMatching the case to the cuffs you carryDuty belts up to 2.25"Chain open or closed, ASP100 open, ASP400 closed
Ballistic TAC Handcuff CaseMolded 1680-denier nylon, 2 DutyLok sticks includedMoving between a vest and a beltMOLLE/PALS or belts up to 2.5"Standard chain cuffs (M100 and similar)
Edge Duty Handcuff Case, HingedPolymer with dual internal clipsHinged and coated cuffs such as ASPBelts up to 2.25" and MOLLE PALS2 removable cover sizes
Flex Duty Handcuff Case, OpenPolymer, tubular elastic Level 1 retentionOne open case for chain, hinged and ASP cuffsMOLLE PALS or belts up to 3"Open top for the fastest access

Belt sizes are the waist ranges we list for each belt. Size to where you wear the belt, over your uniform and inner belt. Cuff case fit is Hero's Pride's own listing for each case.

Hero's Pride FAQ

  • What is the difference between Hero's Pride AirTek and Ballistic duty gear?

    AirTek is Hero's Pride's leather-look line. The outside looks like real leather but has a proprietary scratch-resistant finish, and the high-wear areas and straps have a genuine leather interior. It comes in plain or basket weave with brass, black, nickel or hidden snaps.

    Ballistic is the nylon line, made from abrasion-resistant 1680-denier nylon with multi-layer webbing and molded cases for a secure, quiet fit. Many officers pick AirTek for a dress or traditional uniform and Ballistic for active patrol.

    AirTek Sam Browne Duty BeltBallistic Deluxe Duty BeltCompare the lines

  • What are Hero's Pride Edge, Flex and Ballistic TAC?

    They are the lines built to move between a duty belt and a MOLLE vest or plate carrier. Edge and Flex cases are injection-molded polymer. Flex cases use tubular elastic Level 1 retention that adjusts to what you carry, and most Flex cases stack so another Flex case can mount on the front.

    Ballistic TAC is molded 1680-denier nylon with DutyLok sticks for MOLLE or a duty belt. Edge cases with a belt slot go on MOLLE with the Belt-to-MOLLE adapter.

    Flex Duty Handcuff CaseBallistic TAC Handcuff CaseBelt-to-MOLLE Adapter

  • How do I size a Hero's Pride duty belt?

    Hero's Pride says to size the duty belt to your waist where you actually wear it, over your uniform and inner belt, not by your pants size. It should be snug without digging in. Check the size range on each belt before you order, because the ranges differ from belt to belt.

    Most Ballistic belts run Small (24"-26") through 4XL (58"-66"). The AirTek Sam Browne and Garrison belts come in even inch sizes from 26" to 58", plus 62" and 66".

    Hero's Pride duty beltsBallistic Deluxe Inner Duty Belt

  • What width duty belt do I need?

    Most duty belts are 2" or 2.25" wide so they can carry a full load. Belts of 1.5" and 1.75" are common as inner belts or for lighter setups, like the AirTek Garrison belt. Match the belt width to the loops on your cases and holders.

    2" and 2.25" duty beltsGarrison and EDC beltsAirTek Garrison Duty Belt

  • Do I need belt keepers with a Hero's Pride duty belt?

    Keepers are short straps that tie the duty belt to the trouser or inner belt so it can't slide or rotate. Most officers use four to six. Hero's Pride makes AirTek and Ballistic keepers in several widths, including 2" extra-wide four-snap keepers.

    Keepers, buckles and clipsAirTek Standard Keepers, 7/8"Ballistic Standard Keepers, 7/8"

  • What is the Hero's Pride warranty?

    Hero's Pride warrants its AirTek, Ballistic, Flex and Edge cases and holders, its Ballistic and tactical nylon belts, its leather belts, and its badge holders and wallets against defects in material and craftsmanship for 2 years. Damage from modification, negligence, misuse, tampering or use outside the product's intended function isn't covered.

    Hero's Pride sells only through authorized resellers, and The Public Safety Store is one, so the warranty applies to everything you buy from us. Have a problem? Contact us and we'll help with the claim.

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  • Does Hero's Pride make fire department insignia?

    Yes. Hero's Pride makes fire collar insignia from Lieutenant (one bugle) to Chief (five bugles), plus the fire scramble, in metal pairs and embroidered 1" circles. You'll also find firefighter and volunteer firefighter stock badges, Maltese cross pieces and mourning bands.

    Collar and rank insigniaStock badgesMourning bands

  • Where can I buy Hero's Pride?

    Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized Hero's Pride dealer and a firefighter-owned store: For the Brave Behind the Badge. We carry Hero's Pride duty belts, cases, badge holders, insignia, flag patches and stock badges.

    Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.

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