As a military surplus-retailer company, Helikon-Tex was established in Poland in 1983 and kept its direction, maturing as a company and gathering experience for over a decade.

In the late 90', when the growing mismatch between current military gear solutions and the new challenges awaiting a modern-day soldier became obvious, Grzegorz Mieszczak, the owner of the company, decided to develop up-to-date military and paramilitary lines of clothing and gear.

1999 was a milestone in the formation of Helikon-Tex as a producer and a brand itself. Building our own Research&Development department, based on true professionals in their field, we started to design modern and specialized solutions for advanced practitioners and hobbyists in the military, shooting sports and outdoor activities.

Step by step we turned into a world-leading producer of tactical and outdoor equipment, presenting our gear at the biggest exhibitions in the world and receiving great feedback from both business and individual clients.