Category Archives: Industry News
Groundbreaking Ceremony for State-of-the-Art 6.8mm Ammunition Facility at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant
Groundbreaking Ceremony for State-of-the-Art 6.8mm Ammunition Facility at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant EAST ALTON, IL (February 12, 2025) — Olin Corporation (NYSE: OLN) announced that its Winchester division, in collaboration with the U.S. Army’s Joint Program Executive Office for … Continue reading
CE Smith Joins Source Outdoor Group as Agency of Record
CE Smith Joins Source Outdoor Group as Agency of Record Greensboro, NC (February 12, 2024) – C.E. Smith Company, an industry leader in precision metal stampings, fabrications, and assemblies for a wide variety of industries, and Source Outdoor Group are … Continue reading
What does the President’s 2A Executive Order Mean?
President Trump Signs Pro-2A Executive Order Washington, D.C. — On Friday, February 7th, 2025, President Trump signed the first pro-Second Amendment Executive Order in our nation’s history, an action the ASA strongly applauds. This order effectively reverses the unconstitutional firearm … Continue reading
Global Defense Strengthens International Reach With François Cortes as New Director of International Sales
Global Defense Strengthens International Reach With François Cortes as New Director of International Sales Meet Him at Enforce Tac: Hall 7 / Booth 7-421 February 11, 2025 – Coral Springs, FL – Global Defense™, a leading U.S.-based importer, exporter, and … Continue reading
GRAPLRZ® Signs with Source Outdoor Group as Agency of Record
GRAPLRZ® Signs with Source Outdoor Group as Agency of Record New Hudson, MI (Feb. 10, 2025) – The term “must-have” often describes hot new outdoor gear, from fishing rods and lures to boating essentials and camping supplies. But truly irrefutable … Continue reading
Sheriff Mark Lamb Joins WATCHTOWER Firearms Board of Advisors
Sheriff Mark Lamb Joins WATCHTOWER™Firearms Board of Advisors SPRING, TX (Feb. 6, 2025) — Sheriff Mark Lamb has taken a significant step in his post-law enforcement career by joining the esteemed WATCHTOWER Firearms Board of Advisors. With decades of experience … Continue reading
Global Defense Relocates to Enhance International Distribution
Global Defense Relocates Corporate Headquarters to Enhance International Distribution January 29, 2025 – Coral Springs, FL – Global Defense™, a leading U.S.-based provider of Turnkey Export Services and Export Consulting for firearms, components, accessories, ammunition, and specialized equipment for commercial, … Continue reading
ASA Mourns Passing of Dr. Phil Dater – Suppressor Pioneer
ASA Mourns Passing of Dr. Phil Dater The suppressor industry lost a pioneer and legend with the recent passing of Dr. Phil “Doc” Dater. Dr. Dater was best known as one of the founders of Gemtech in 1993, but his … Continue reading
SHOT Show Celebrates Industry Strength and Momentum
January 24, 2025 SHOT Show Celebrates Industry Strength and Momentum LAS VEGAS — The 47th annual Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show®), owned and operated by NSSF® — The Firearm Industry Trade Association — concluded today, leaving attendees … Continue reading
HENRY NEWS: Introducing the Special Products Division
Henry Repeating Arms Introduces Visionary Special Products Division RICE LAKE, Wis., January 23, 2025 — Henry Repeating Arms, one of America’s leading firearms manufacturers, is unveiling its new Special Products Division (SPD), a collaborative hub dedicated to pioneering advancements in … Continue reading
Smith & Wesson® Launches Official E-Commerce Store
Smith & Wesson® Launches Official E-Commerce Store MARYVILLE, TN., (1/20/2025) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new e-commerce platform, the Smith … Continue reading
WATCHTOWER Firearms Launches New Website
WATCHTOWER™ Firearms Launches New Website SPRING, TX (Jan. 16, 2025) — WATCHTOWER Firearms is excited to announce the launch of its newly remodeled website, a project that has been underway for quite some time. Designed with the consumer in mind, … Continue reading
TNVC celebrates 20th Anniversary
TNVC is proud to announce its 20th Anniversary of bringing the latest NV/IVAS technological advancements to the consumer market! – EST. 2005 TNVC’s origins are firmly rooted in a “Veteran Enthusiast” place that begins with owner and founder Victor DiCosola, … Continue reading
Global Defense Enhances International Distribution With New Turnkey Export Services and Export Consulting
Global Defense Enhances International Distribution With New Turnkey Export Services and Export Consulting Visit Booth #41939 at SHOT Show January 16, 2025 – Coral Springs, FL – Global Defense™, a leading U.S.-based importer, exporter, and wholesale distributor of firearms, components, … Continue reading
Banshee Brands Inc. Appoints Michael Narus as Vice President of Marketing
Banshee Brands Inc. Appoints Michael Narus as Vice President of Marketing Industry Veteran Executive brings over 30 years of expertise to expand Retay USA and Breda America Group (Breda AG) marketing efforts in the U.S. Easton, Md. (January 2025) – … Continue reading
Banshee Brands Inc. Expands Sales Force with New Rep Groups
Visit RETAY USA at SHOT Show® 2025 at Caesars Booth 70743 Banshee Brands Inc. Expands Sales Force with New Rep Groups Banshee Brands Inc. strengthens dealer support and regional growth for RETAY USA and Breda America Group (Breda AG) brands … Continue reading
AIMPOINT x GLOCK New Collaboration
January 7, 2025 AIMPOINT® Releases New Red Dot Optic in Collaboration with GLOCK Manassas, VA, January 7, 2025 – Aimpoint, the leading manufacturer and innovator of red dot sighting technology in partnership with GLOCK, a leading global manufacturer of pistols, … Continue reading
PROOF Research Names Richard Hunter as New CEO
PROOF Research® Names Richard Hunter as New CEO Visionary leader to drive aerospace and defense growth with proven military-approved Carbon Fiber Technology. Columbia Falls, Mont. (January 2025) – PROOF Research®, the global leader in composite technology, is proud to announce … Continue reading
RETAY USA Expands Distribution Network with Lipsey’s Partnership
Visit RETAY USA at SHOT Show® 2025 at Booth 70743 RETAY USA Expands Distribution Network with Lipsey’s Partnership Lipsey’s joins RETAY USA as a key distributor, bringing world-class shotguns to an expanded dealer network. Easton, Md. (January 2025) – RETAY … Continue reading
Ramapo College of New Jersey and The Retired Investigators Guild Partner to Solve Cold Case Homicides
Ramapo College of New Jersey and The Retired Investigators Guild Partner to Solve Cold Case Homicides Reno, Nev. (January 2025) –The Ramapo College of New Jersey Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center (RCNJ IGG Center) and the Retired Investigators Guild (RIG) are … Continue reading
Limited Series: Something Special Is Coming…
SOMETHING BOLD. SOMETHING EXCLUSIVE. Our next Limited Series build is almost here, and you won’t want to miss it. Designed by the people who know these rifles best, it’s built to stand out—and built to perform.Stay tuned. This one’s For … Continue reading
WOOX is in the Top 5 at the Gundies 2025!
WITH YOU, WE CELEBRATE AN IMPORTANT MILESTONE! We’re thrilled to announce that WOOX has made it into the Top 5 for Most Innovative Brand of the Year at the 2025 Gundies Awards! This incredible milestone wouldn’t have been possible without … Continue reading
SSK Firearms – The newest member of the Geissele Family
CONTACT US Telephone: (610) 272-2060 Monday – Friday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM EST WHG Properties, LLC. All rights reserved. 800 North Wales Rd. North Wales, Pennsylvania 19454
Hydra Weaponry Welcome New Plant Manager
Hydra Weaponry Welcome New Plant Manager Dave Dunn joins Hydra Weaponry as Hydra Plant Manager in its new 20,000-square-foot facility, demonstrating growth as Maine’s largest firearms manufacturer and carrying on the legacy of Gwinn Firearms, Bushmaster, and Windham Weaponry. Hermon, … Continue reading
Diamondback Firearms Partners with Sales and Marketing Agency Dunkin-Lewis
Dec 12, 2024 Diamondback Firearms Partners with Sales and Marketing Agency Dunkin-Lewis (Cocoa, FL) – Diamondback Firearms is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Dunkin-Lewis, a renowned Sales and Marketing Agency headquartered in Vestavia Hills, Alabama.This collaboration is set … Continue reading
Straight Shooter Profile: Thea Van Syoc
In today’s Straight Shooter Profile, we’re proud to introduce firearms instructor at 88 Tactical and marketing guru, Thea Van Syoc. With a passion for representation and empowerment, Thea has created specialized handgun training courses tailored for women, helping them build … Continue reading
Firearms Companies Rally to Save Horses
Swingin’ D Horse Rescue Announces 2024 Online Nationwide Raffle to Support Equine Rescue Efforts Firearms industry companies rally to support the American horse. Join us in supporting our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and retrain horses in need. All proceeds go … Continue reading
Winter Seasonal Shutdown
We wanted to let you all know that from December 15th to January 2nd Zev will be conducting our Winter Seasonal Shutdown.This shutdown allows us to maintain machines, take inventory, and spend some much needed time with our families. We … Continue reading
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Jamie Hegarty Named Hobie® Eyewear Brand Ambassador of the Year
Jamie Hegarty Named Hobie® Eyewear Brand Ambassador of the Year Oceanside, CA (Dec. 9, 2024) – Hobie® Eyewear, renowned for its innovation in vision on the water, is proud to announce that Jamie Hegarty has been named Hobie® Eyewear’s Brand … Continue reading
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Release and Conference Call Alert
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Release and Conference Call Alert November 21, 2024 Maryville, Tennessee–(Newsfile Corp. – November 21, 2024) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWBI), a U.S.-based leader in firearm manufacturing and … Continue reading
SIG SAUER and Nibe Defense Announce Joint Venture in India
SIG SAUER and Nibe Defense Announce Joint Venture in India NEWINGTON, N.H., (November 8, 2024) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is excited to announce a joint venture with Nibe Defense and Aerospace Limited to advance small arms and ammunition manufacturing operations … Continue reading
Important collaboration: Enforce Tac and RWS GmbH to establish joint AMMO SYMPOSIUM
Important collaboration: Enforce Tac and RWS GmbH to establish joint AMMO SYMPOSIUM For the first time, Enforce Tac and RWS GmbH will bring leading experts and decision-makers together to discuss the current challenges in the supply of ammunition. In the … Continue reading
Introducing the Strike Gallery
SHOP RIFLE PARTS // SHOP PISTOL PARTS // SHOP APPAREL INTRODUCING: THE STRIKE GALLERY Have you ever looked at a post online and thought to yourself…“dang, that looks sick I wonder what all the parts are to this.”Well fear NO … Continue reading
USSOCOM INITIATES SEARCH FOR A NEW LIGHT MACHINE GUN
United States Special Operations Command (U.S.S.O.COM) will hold an Industry Day to obtain input from industry to further refine the Government requirements documentation, Performance Specification (P-Spec), as well as identify the marketplace for interested vendors for the Lightweight Machine Gun-Assault … Continue reading
Hydra Weaponry Partners with Chuck Buis Consulting
Hydra Weaponry Partners with Chuck Buis Consulting As part of a corporate initiative to expand into international law enforcement and military markets, Hydra Weaponry has contracted with tactical industry-leading expert, Chuck Buis. Hermon, Maine (October 2024) – Hydra Weaponry, Maine’s … Continue reading
DIVA Women Outdoor Worldwide (WOW) Selects Hunter Outdoor Communications as its Agency of Record
DIVA Women Outdoor Worldwide (WOW) SelectsHunter Outdoor Communications as its Agency of Record DALLAS (Oct. 21, 2024) — DIVA-WOW, the worldwide sisterhood that provides a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where women come together to celebrate their love for outdoor … Continue reading
Austin Kiemsteadt Named Newest Member of Team Blaser
Austin Kiemsteadt Named Newest Member of Team Blaser San Antonio, Texas (October 17, 2024) – Blaser is pleased to announce Austin Kiemsteadt as the newest member of Team Blaser. A resident of Missouri City, Texas, Kiemsteadt is a recent graduate … Continue reading
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