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Akkar USA: A Fresh Face in the North American Shooting Industry
Akkar USA: A Fresh Face in the North American Shooting Industry North Kansas City, MO (April 10, 2025) – Akkar USA, a leading shotgun manufacturer in North Kansas City, Missouri, blends heritage craftsmanship with modern engineering to produce firearms for … Continue reading
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GALLS Announces Acquisition of Her BlueWear
GALLS® Announces Acquisition of Her BlueWear Answering The Call To Provide Fit to Shape, Tailored Uniforms To Women In Law Enforcement Lexington, Ken. (April 2025) – GALLS®, the nation’s leading uniform and tactical gear supplier serving America’s public safety and … Continue reading
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NSSF Congratulates New ATF Acting Director Daniel Driscoll
April 9, 2025 NSSF Congratulates New ATF Acting Director Daniel Driscoll WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, congratulates Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Daniel P. Driscoll, whom President Donald Trump … Continue reading
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Firearm Industry Economic Impact Rises 379% Since 2008
April 9, 2025 Firearm Industry Economic Impact Rises 379% Since 2008 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The total economic impact of the firearm and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $91.7 billion in 2024, a … Continue reading
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Countrywide Sports Partners with Hydra Weaponry to Support Sales of the Hydra MARCK-15 Modular Rifle Platform to Retailers
Countrywide Sports Partners with Hydra Weaponry to Support Sales of the Hydra MARCK-15 Modular Rifle Platform to Retailers Countrywide Sports, a North Carolina-based firearms and ammunition distributor, has signed with Hydra Weaponry to carry the only modular AR-15 and AR-10 … Continue reading
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Diamondback Firearms Appoints Dave Larson as New Director of Marketing
April 4, 2025 Diamondback Firearms Appoints Dave Larson as New Director of Marketing Cocoa, FL – Diamondback Firearms, a leading American firearms manufacturer, today announced the appointment of Dave Larson as Director of Marketing, effective immediately. Larson will report directly … Continue reading
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Update from Zastava Arms USA
Important Update from Zastava Arms USA Important Update from Zastava Arms USA Important Update from Zastava Arms USAAs many of you are aware, the recently announced “Liberation Day” trade policy by President Trump has brought significant changes to import duties. … Continue reading
Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM) Announces Ashley Burgess Gall as President
ABOUT SERVICES CLIENTS BLOG CONTACT For Immediate Release Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM) Announces Ashley Burgess Gall as President Ashley Burgess Gall will take over the leadership role at the 22-year-old PR and marketing firm, while founder Laura Burgess will take … Continue reading
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GALLS Acquires American Uniform Sales, Inc. and Howard Uniform Co.
GALLS® Acquires American Uniform Sales, Inc. and Howard Uniform Co. Reinforcing The Commitment to America’s Public Safety Agencies Lexington, Ken. (April 2025) – GALLS®, the nation’s leading uniform and tactical gear supplier serving America’s public safety and military professionals, proudly … Continue reading
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FN AWARDED DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA) CONTRACT TO SUPPLY M240 AND M249 MACHINE GUN BARRELS
FN AWARDED DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA) CONTRACT TO SUPPLY M240 AND M249 MACHINE GUN BARRELS McLean, VA — March 27, 2025) FN America, LLC is pleased to announce that the company has been awarded a firm-fixed-price IDIQ contract, valued up … Continue reading
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Check out the New STORE
The New Store Page at the SIG Webstore Makes Shopping for Your SIG Gear Easier and Faster Enhancements Include: ★ Search for your pistol or rifle and related accessories with one click ★ Shop the latest deals and sale items … Continue reading
GA-ASI’s Megan Kendrick Wins Influence in Engineering Award from San Diego Business Journal
GA-ASI’S MEGAN KENDRICK WINS INFLUENCE IN ENGINEERING AWARD FROM SAN DIEGO BUSINESS JOURNAL SAN DIEGO – 27 March 2025 – Megan Kendrick, a project engineer with Poway, California-based General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), has been recognized with the … Continue reading
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Tagged Avenger, EagleEye, GA-ASI, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Gray Eagle, Lynx, predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, SkyGuardian
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Rafael Reports Record FY2024 Results with 27% Growth in Sales
Rafael Reports Record FY2024 Results with 27% Growth in Sales Sales reached $4.8 billion in 2024 — a 27% increase year-over-year — with approximately half of sales to international customers. Rafael reported $8.23 billion in new orders and a net … Continue reading
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EOTECH Opens Engineering Tech Center in Orofino, ID
EOTECH® Opens Engineering Tech Center in Orofino, ID March 10, 2025 Plymouth, MI (March 2025) – EOTECH, the leader in electro-optics technology, has experienced exceptional growth over the last decade. In recent years, EOTECH diversified into magnified scopes, micro red … Continue reading
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U.S. Patriot and Galls Announce Grand Opening of New Marietta Store Location
U.S. Patriot and Galls Announce Grand Opening of New Marietta Store Location A new destination for Military and First Responder gear, now featuring a full-service sew center for all custom uniform needs. Lexington, KY (February 2025) – U.S. Patriot, a … Continue reading
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Henry Commits 100% of Its Operations to Wisconsin
Henry Repeating Arms Commits 100% of Its Operations to the State of Wisconsin RICE LAKE, Wis., March 18, 2025 — Henry Repeating Arms, one of America’s leading firearm manufacturers, is announcing a firm commitment to establishing 100% of its manufacturing … Continue reading
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CASE DISMISSED: POLICE OFFICER ADMITS HIS SIG SAUER P320 PISTOL CANNOT DISCHARGE WITHOUT A TRIGGER PULL
CASE DISMISSED: POLICE OFFICER ADMITS HIS SIG SAUER P320 PISTOL CANNOT DISCHARGE WITHOUT A TRIGGER PULL NEWINGTON, N.H., (March 13, 2025) – SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the United States District Court for the District of Puerto Rico has … Continue reading
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HUXWRX Increases Support of ASA for 2025!
HUXWRX Safety Company Contributes $40,000 to Support ASA Millcreek, UT — The American Suppressor Association (ASA) is proud to announce that HUXWRX Safety Company has contributed $40,000 to support its fight to protect and expand suppressor rights across the country. … Continue reading
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Kenneth Kieser’s New Book, “My Life Outdoors: 50 Years Hunting and Fishing Across America,” is Full of Excitement and Adventure
Kenneth Kieser’s New Book, “My Life Outdoors: 50 Years Hunting and Fishing Across America,” is Full of Excitement and Adventure KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Feb. 27, 2025)- For over five decades, Kenneth Kieser has immersed himself in the wild beauty of … Continue reading
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Streamlight Names Michael F. Dineen to President
STREAMLIGHT® NAMES MICHAEL F. DINEEN TO PRESIDENT Dineen Promoted to Head Global Flashlight Company EAGLEVILLE, PA, February 26, 2025 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance lighting, announced that it has promoted Michael F. Dineen to President. Formerly Chief … Continue reading
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Shell Shock Technologies Announces Ammo Sponsorship for Gun Talk Range Ready Jacob Grey Firearms / Trijicon 1911 Experience
Shell Shock Technologies Announces Ammo Sponsorship for Gun Talk Range Ready Jacob Grey Firearms / Trijicon 1911 Experience Shell Shock Technologies will provide its premium ammunition for the two-day event, scheduled for March 27 – 28, 2025. Eubank, KY (February … Continue reading
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The Future of Big-Bore Firearms: Trends We Want to See
The Future of Big-Bore Firearms: Trends We Want to See Written by Ashley Burgess Gall, Laura Burgess Marketing, on behalf of Big Horn Armory At Big Horn Armory, we’re always thinking about the future of big-bore firearms—where the industry is … Continue reading
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WATCHTOWER Firearms to Provide Lafayette, La. PD with Type15M Rifles
WATCHTOWER™ Firearms to Provide Lafayette, La. PD with Type15M Rifles SPRING, TX (Feb. 25, 2025) — WATCHTOWER Firearms is making headlines with a significant new partnership that underscores its commitment to law enforcement agencies across the nation. The Lafayette Louisiana … Continue reading
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CE Smith- Proud Heritage of American Manufacturing
CE Smith- Proud Heritage of American Manufacturing Greensboro, NC (February 25, 2024) – C.E. Smith Company is an American-made company, inside and out. Founded in 1967 in Greensboro, North Carolina, C.E. Smith Company began as a manufacturing firm producing … Continue reading
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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