About Us

Uniform Gear was started 14 years ago by an active duty Philadelphia police sergeant. At that time, it was simply a part-time way to supplement an income. The line of products carried was limited to what could fit into a small garage and carry in a family van. After a few years it became obvious that this part-time occupation had turned into a full-time job. A 16ft Grumman walk in truck (bread truck) was purchased and retro-fitted into a portable store. This vehicle allowed the business to grow in product and sales. It was taken to roll calls at districts within Philadelphia and enabled products to be directly brought to the officers allowing them get uniforms and equipment while they were working. This continued for several years before it was decided to call it quits after 22 years of being a police officer. Jim Weldon retired from the Department, opened a small store in Northeast Philadelphia and started his next career.

In May of 2000, a 1000 sq. ft. store was opened and with little fanfare and even less capital, Uniform Gear Inc. began. Soon after a new 18ft. Grumman truck was purchased complete with on board generator for exterior lighting and interior air conditioning. The Truck was also outfitted as a portable store and provided even more uniform and equipment supplies for police and fire officers. The Truck has also attended the Washington D.C. Police Week Memorial Services for the past several years.

In October of 2001, the store was increased to 1500 sq ft. with some minor improvements and upgrades. Again in February of 2003, it was increased to 2500 sq ft. adding new dressing rooms and much needed office space. This renovation also included a much needed computer system allowing us to provide an improved level of service to our customers.

We continued to grow and in April of 2004, we leased the building next to our original location. This gave us a 3500 sq. ft. retail area with a 1500 sq. ft, warehouse. We added embroidery equipment and were able to manufacture all of the off duty embroidered clothing you see at our store.

Since 2004, many additional upgrades and improvements have been made. We have a complete tailoring area, several embroidery machines including one specifically for nametapes and personalizing caps and shirts, and we have recently added heat press equipment. Our store currently has a complete line of Philadelphia police and fire uniform clothing and equipment. We now specialize in exclusive off duty clothing items for your entire family and friends. Please check our clothing line on our site.

In August of 2008 we added a 600 sq ft loft for additional storage and purchased our own engraving equipment. We will continue to grow to keep up with our customers needs.

2009 has brought a new addition to our store. We now have a small nursery for our new grandson. His name is George. He is the first grandchild of our family and will be a daily visitor to our store.

Our growth has been due to one thing, our commitment to our customers. Our staff primarily consists of police officers family and relatives. Being members of a law enforcement family we try to give our customers a place where they can feel welcome when they arrive and like family before they leave. One additional advantage we have is our knowledge of police and fire officers needs and requirements. We try to give every customer the service they deserve, products they can depend on, and a price which is competitive. This is our goal and we will continue to strive to meet it, you have our word. Please stop by our store and see if you agree.

Thanks for your patronage

Jim Weldon/President
Jamie Leigh/Vice President
Jessica Weldon/Store Manager
Dorothy/Customer Service Representative
Marie/Customer Service Representative
Kristin/Customer Service Representative
Jessica A./Embroidery Technician
Debbie/On Site Tailor
Connie/On Site Tailor


Uniform Gear, Inc.
uniformgear2000@yahoo.com

Store Hours:
Mon 9-5
Tues 9-5
Wed 9-5
Thurs 9-6
Fri 9-5
Sat 10-2 (Only open on Saturday's between Labor Day and Memorial Day)