SMC Gear

Founded in 1967 producing an oval carabiner, SMC is now an elite mountaineering and technical rescue product makere.  Their product lines ice axes, hammers, crampons, stakes, pickets, anchors, snow saws, figure 8’s and descenders.  SMC gear is trustworthy in complicated rescues and record setting ascents.  The company is ISO 9001 certified maintaining standards of quality control.  All SMC equipment is 100% made in the USA.  “Quality Gear for Life” is more than just their slogan, it is their way of life.