Quaker Marine Supply Co.

quaker marine supply co. (qms) is a brand steeped in the grit and pleasures of life on the water. we make quality clothing for paddlers and navigators, dune walkers and wave runners; yachtsmen, anglers, islanders, and beach bums. founded in philadelphia in 1949 by a coast guard veteran named joe kadison, qms has a long history of serving the sea-loving crowd. the company began as an outfitter specializing in marine hardware and clothing. starting in the sixties, qms became known for its long-brimmed caps, notably the swordfish and the oysterman, with its patent-leather bill. designed to withstand the elements, these iconic canvas caps prioritized functionality but created an unmistakable look in the process. the new qms— based in brooklyn, new york—takes a similar tack, with clothing that will both turn heads at a pool party and stand up to years of saltwater adventuring. we offer a distinctive, irreverent take on classic east coast summer style. for those who should be so lucky, qms s