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Smith & Wesson Reports Sales Growth, With a Tariff-Refund Caveat

Fiscal first-quarter sales rose 32.3%, while the company identified a nonrecurring benefit in gross margin.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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Ruger’s Second-Quarter Report Separates Growth From One-Time Costs

Ruger reported $158.1 million in second-quarter sales and disclosed agreement-related and leadership-transition expenses.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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Ruger Reports Regulatory Conditions Met for Beretta Agreement

A September update ended Ruger’s shareholder rights plan early while keeping the cooperation agreement’s terms unchanged.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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Winchester Sales Rise in Olin’s Second-Quarter Report

Olin’s filing shows higher Winchester revenue and segment earnings, alongside cost pressure from materials and operations.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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Fabian Lobera Takes the CEO Role at CMP

CMP’s fall update confirmed an October 1 leadership transition, with Jerry O’Keefe becoming executive chairman.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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ISSF Expands Doha Championship Coverage in China

CETV will carry 12 Doha finals through digital channels and delayed television coverage, according to the ISSF.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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NSSF’s AI Guide Puts Business Guardrails on the Agenda

An August resource flags accuracy, privacy and reputation as business concerns when introducing AI tools.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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SHOT University’s 2027 Planning Shows a Broad Business-Education Agenda

A July call for sessions highlights management, staff development and digital communication as education priorities.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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American Outdoor Brands’ Sales Comparison Needs Its Timing Footnote

The company reported 25.4% quarterly sales growth, but also explained how earlier order timing affected the comparison.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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SHOT Show’s Fall Update Highlights the Work Behind a Trade Event

The organizer’s September update focuses on exhibitor directory details as planning continues for January’s Las Vegas show.

Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026

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Gunfire Magazine · Oct 13, 2026