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Precise Color Match | Land the exact Tan 499 military-spec shade for a seamless finish on OCP and multicam-style tactical gear.
Smooth Reverse-Pull Function | Enjoy a clean exterior look with the teeth facing inward, ideal for packs, pouches, and load-bearing equipment.
Versatile Repair & Build Use | Fix a worn-out zipper or complete a custom project with a #8 slider sized for medium-to-large bags.
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Give your gear the finishing touch it deserves with a #8 YKK® reverse zipper slider in Tan 499, the official matte tan shade built for OCP and multicam-style tactical equipment. Crafted for repair work, custom builds, and small-batch manufacturing alike, this slider restores smooth function to a worn zipper or completes a brand-new pouch, pack, or piece of load-bearing gear. Whether you're a gear maker outfitting military-style equipment or a hobbyist patching up a favorite bag, dependable open-and-close performance matters, and a properly matched slider delivers exactly that.
Sized as a #8, this slider suits medium-to-large bags, pouches, and packs that call for a heavier-gauge zipper. Built in the reverse-pull style, it mounts on the flat back side of the zipper chain so the teeth face inward, a configuration commonly chosen for a cleaner exterior look on tactical and outdoor gear. The Tan 499 color code is a precise military-spec match, distinct from Coyote Brown 498, and lines up with US Army and Air Force standard apparel and equipment specifications. Pull tab included, the slider is designed to run smoothly along a matching #8 coil zipper chain for consistent, snag-resistant operation.
Reach for this slider when replacing a broken or sticking zipper pull on packs, duffels, tool pouches, or outdoor equipment, or when assembling new gear that calls for a genuine YKK® #8 reverse configuration in true Tan 499. Sewing and gear-repair shops, small manufacturers, and DIY makers will find it a straightforward drop-in match for compatible #8 coil zipper tape. Keep in mind that this hardware is intended for general zipper use only; it is not rated or suitable for climbing, rigging, or other critical load-bearing applications, and you should test stitching and attachment points for your specific use before relying on the finished product.
