Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), one of the world’s leading providers of firearms and quality products for the shooting, hunting, and rugged outdoor enthusiast, today announced that its board of directors has approved the previously announced separation from Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. of its outdoor products and accessories business into an independent, publicly traded company.
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Walther Secures Lorain County Sheriff’s Contract for PPQ 9 mm Pistols
Walther Arms Law Enforcement is pleased to announce the sale of approximately 100 PPQ M2 9mm pistols to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office (OH).
Official Statement From Remington on Chapter 11 Reorganization
Remington Outdoor Company (“Remington” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of firearms and ammunition, announced today that Remington and its subsidiaries have filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Alabama (the “Court”).
Custom Knife Auction to Support NRA-ILA and the Second Amendment
Freedom’s Steel IX – Liberty’s Edge Double-Action Automatic Knife celebrates the Second Front in Defense of the Second Amendment and the liberties we fight to protect.
Hornady Fulfills Additional DoD Contract for 6mm ARC
A specialized group from the U.S. Department of Defense has purchased an additional amount of 6mm ARC ammunition from Hornady for its multipurpose combat rifle program.
Ruger Reports Big Q2 Increases, Declares $5 Special Dividend
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) announced today that for the second quarter of 2020 the Company reported net sales of $130.3 million and diluted earnings of $1.05 per share, compared with net sales of $96.3 million and diluted earnings of 35¢ per share in the second quarter of 2019.
Fiocchi Announces Major Industrial Expansion in Arkansas
Fiocchi, a global leader in defensive, target, and hunting ammunition, is pleased to announce plans for a significant investment in a new, independent manufacturing facility in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Remington Files for Bankruptcy Protection
CNN and the New York Times are reporting that Remington has filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in two years. The news outlets indicate the Chapter 11 paperwork was officially submitted to court in Decatur, AL.
New Form 4473s Mailing
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has informed NSSF that it has begun mailing starter packets of the new Form 4473 to all Federal Firearm License holders.
Speer Ammunition Awarded Contract with the DHS, U.S. CBP
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has selected Vista Outdoor’s Speer Ammunition brand as the awardee for their 9 mm Service Ammunition.