The ATF publishes its Annual Firearms Manufacturing and Exportation Report (AFMER), revealing all firearms produced or exported by manufacturers during the previous calendar year. This data is published one year in arrears. The 2023 report was released in early April 2025.

Following the recent release of ATF’s 2023 AFMER Final Report, we have reviewed production data from over 3,700 Manufacturing FFLs to compile a list of the top 30 largest USA firearm manufacturers of 2023, responsible for 8.5 million of the 9.8 million reported firearms manufactured in the USA (87%). This data excludes firearms manufactured outside the USA and imported into the USA.

In 2023, U.S. firearm production declined by 13% to 9.8 million units, down from 11.2 million units in 2022. Production declined for the second consecutive year following the peak of 13.8 million in 2021, driven by COVID and social unrest. 2023 production versus 2022 production by major product segment is represented in the following table:

Key Takeaways

• The firearm industry is returning to normal levels of production following the 2021 peak driven by COVID and social unrest.
• The Top 30 USA manufacturers produce ~87% of firearms annually
• The Top Four manufacturers (Ruger, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson, and Savage) maintained their rankings from the prior year
• Four brands, North American Arms, Browning Arms, Wilson Combat, and Staccato, achieved Top 30 status in 2023
• In the revolver product segment, two brands, Armscor Precision and Henry Repeating Arms, joined the Top 10 revolver manufacturers
• From 2020 through 2023, the Top 5 brands with the highest Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) are Remington (+178%), as it recovers from the 2020 bankruptcy, Shadow Systems (+32%), Wilson Combat (+25%), Savage (+21%) and Colt (+21%)

Note: ATF 2023 AFMER data is self-reported by manufacturers and does not include firearms still in possession of FFLs (i.e., produced but not distributed into commerce or exported) as of December 31, 2023. There are instances when manufacturers do not submit AFMER data. In our data tables, any missing submissions are indicated as n/a.

Top 30 Firearm Manufacturers of 2023

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30 Staccato 2011

Total Firearms: 39,435

For over 25 years, the gun community knew this company as STI, a brand that evolved John Browning’s classic 1911 design into the 2011^® gun platform. Now under the banner of Staccato 2022, it is based in Florence, TX. With its sophisticated ergonomics, increased capacity, and less recoil, their 2011^® pistols are embraced by competition shooters for their speed and accuracy. The STI/Staccato brands are among the most decorated brands in the competitive shooting world.|staccato2011.com

29

Total Firearms: 41,197

Wilson Combat, based in Berryville, AR, and founded by Bill Wilson, has been in the firearms industry since 1974. The company is a leading innovator in high-performance custom 1911 handguns, high-capacity double-stack handguns, tactical long guns, and accessories for over 45 years. | wilsoncombat.com

28

Total Firearms: 48,768

The company’s first innovative product was the “Big Hole Upper,” a flat-top upper receiver for the AR-style rifle. In 2002, its 12”-rail system was being used by the Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU) at Fort Benning. GA and the company won their first military contract in 2005 to supply SOCOM’s RIS II forend rail system. Daniel Defense launched its first rifle, the DDM4, in 2009 and was recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing private companies for three consecutive years (2012, 2013, 2014). In 2017, a new 300,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art manufacturing facility was opened in Black Creek, SC, for the production of rifles, pistols, and suppressors. | danieldefense.com

27

Total Firearms: 49,459

Based in Morgan, UT, and founded in 1878, Browning Arms is known for its “Buck and Doe” trademark. Browning manufactures pistols in the USA and imports shotguns and rifles from international facilities. In addition to firearms, Browning markets a wide variety of shooting and hunting apparel and accessories under its well-known brand. Browning is currently a wholly owned subsidiary ofBelgium-based FN Herstal| browning.com

26

Total Firearms: 53,244

Based in Plano, TX, Shadow Systems was founded in 2017 to manufacture highly customized and configurable 9mm polymer pistols and high-end components for popular polymer pistols. The first stock catalog products were launched in 2018. Shadow is now among the Top 10 largest manufacturers of 9mm polymer pistols with a full range of sub-compact, compact, and full-size pistols for concealed carry, self-defense, competitive shooting, and professional duty use | shadowsystemscorp.com

25

Total Firearms: 55,026

American Tactical is a firearms manufacturer and importer based in Summerville, SC. In addition to the products made in the U.S., ATI also works closely with gun manufacturers worldwide to import products from Germany, Italy, and Turkey. | americantactical.com

24

Total Firearms: 60,343

As a trusted name in the industry, North American Arms, based in Provo, UT, manufacturesa wide range of compact and powerful firearms for personal defense, concealed carry, and recreational shooting. The company was originally named Rocky Mountain Arms when it was founded in 1972.| northamericanarms.com

23

Total Firearms: 75,956

Owned by Brazilian small arms manufacturer Taurus Armas, Taurus Holdings is a Georgia-based company producing an array of pistols and revolvers. Taurus imports a significant number of firearms from Brazil that are not included in AFMER data. | taurususa.com

22

Total Firearms: 76,308

Made completely in-house and in the U.S., SCCY’s engineering technology enables the Florida-based manufacturer to combine quality and value to guarantee a superior pistol. | sccy.com

21

Total Firearms: 83,807

Built upon the history of Interarmco and Howa, Legacy Sports International is a leading manufacturer, importer, and exporter of firearms from various brands in the U.S. and worldwide. | legacysports.com

20

Total Firearms: 138,595

From sourcing inexpensive parts to building low-cost custom rifles, Radical Firearms has grown its operations and become best known for its economic AR-15 style rifles. | radicalfirearms.com

19

Total Firearms: 93,948

18

Total Firearms: 125,856

Founded in 1816 in Ilion, NY, Remington is America’s oldest continuously operating manufacturing company. The company celebrated its 200^th Bicentennial Anniversary in 2016. Following financial struggles and multiple bankruptcies, the company’s assets were divided and sold to various buyers in 2020. RemArms has opened a new facility in LaGrange, GA, to manufacture hunting rifles and shotguns. The Ilion, NY facility was closed in March of 2024. RemArms is making a strong comeback and is once again among the top firearm manufacturers. | remarms.com

17

Total Firearms: 139,710

The stateside subsidiary of the oldest firearm brand in the world, Beretta USA maintains a catalog of classic, modern, and premium sporting shotguns and defensive pistols. | beretta.com

16

Total Firearms: 140,952
A global leader in military and law enforcement firearms, FN America is the U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal (Belgium) and a manufacturer of defense and tactical pistols, rifles, suppressors, and accessories. | fnamerica.com

15

Total Firearms: 143,726

Founded in 1979, Kimber produces quality sporting and defense pistols, revolvers, and rifles without compromise, including micro 1911 pistols and 6-shot .357 Magnum revolvers. | kimberamerica.com

14

Total Firearms: 185,949

For over 30 years, Florida-based KelTec has pioneered firearm innovation with cutting-edge handgun, rifle, and shotgun designs intended for professionals and firearm enthusiasts alike.KelTec was the modern pioneer of the .380 caliber micro-pistol and their innovative KSG bullpup shotgun. | keltecweapons.com

13

Total Firearms: 193,057

Acquired by the CZ Group in 2021, Colt is a historic defense and civilian firearm brand recognized for its AR-15 rifles, 1911 pistols, Snake series, and SAA revolvers. | colt.com

12

Total Firearms: 199,500

Owned by Taurus Holdings, Heritage Manufacturing has been making modern revolvers that tell a story of the American Wild West and have stood the test of time since 1922. | heritagemfg.com

11

Total Firearms: 228,937

With roots deeply tied to aerospace, it’s no surprise Aero Precision firearm components, suppressors, and rifles are built with superior engineering and technical perfection. Aero Precision manufactures a significant quantity of AR-15 lower receivers. | aeroprecisionusa.com

10

Total Firearms: 308,040

A firearm manufacturer and importer, Springfield Armory produces historically significant and modern handguns and rifles while honoring the American heritage of its namesake. In addition to its U.S. productions, Springfield Armory also imports a significant quantity of pistols from Croatia. These imports are not included in the AFMER data. | springfield-armory.com

9

Total Firearms: 337,658

Family-owned and Kentucky proud, Anderson Manufacturing produces some of the industry’s highest-quality, value-priced AR-style rifles, pistols, parts, and accessories. Anderson also manufactures a significant quantity of AR-15 lower receivers. | andersonmanufacturing.com

8

Total Firearms: 345,119

From Austria to the U.S., GLOCK has been the standard for performance, durability, and reliability by which all other handguns are compared for over 30 years. Glock has been the preferred duty weapon for law enforcement in the U.S. and globally for decades. In addition to the firearms manufactured in the U.S., Glock imports a significant quantity of pistols from Austria. | us.glock.com

7

Total Firearms: 397,922

Mossberg is the perennial leading manufacturer of shotguns, driven by its ubiquitous Model 500 pump-action shotgun and the Model 590 Shockwave shotgun. Though most of its shotguns, rifles, and handguns are produced by its affiliate Maverick Arms, Mossberg firearms have shaped American shooting sports for generations. | mossberg.com

6

Total Firearms: 411,786

Dating back to 1860, Henry Repeating Arms is the leading manufacturer of lever-action rifles and produces classic pump-action and single-shot long guns. In 2023, Henry launched its Golden Boy range of revolvers and now ranks in the Top 10 revolver manufacturers | henryusa.com

5

Total Firearms: 581,742

Located in Columbia, SC, Palmetto State Armory manufactures a broad range of AR-style and AK-style rifles, pistols, rifle accessories, parts, suppressors, and polymer handguns. DC Machine, a subsidiary of Palmetto State Armory, manufactures a large quantity of AR-15 lower receivers. DC Machine’s AFMER numbers are included in the Palmetto numbers for our ranking.|  palmettostatearmory.com

4

Total Firearms: 725,644

Located in Westfield, MA, and with over 125 years of history, Savage Arms balances its celebrated past and today’s modern technology to produce purpose-built, no-nonsense, performance firearms, including rifles, pistols, and shotguns. | savagearms.com

3

Total Firearms: 991,847

Since 1852, Smith & Wesson pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shotguns have empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security the Bill of Rights guaranteed. In October 2023, Smith & Wesson hosted the grand opening of its new Maryville, TN headquarters. Loved by competitive shooters, hunters, plinkers, 2nd Amendment advocates, concealed carry users, and law enforcement, Smith & Wesson has been a leader in the firearms industry for pistols and rifles year after year. | smith-wesson.com

2

Total Firearms: 1,020,755

The weapons of choice for U.S. and global military, law enforcement, and commercial users, SIG SAUER leads the industry in innovation, ingenuity, and manufacturing. | sigsauer.com

1

Total Firearms: 1,305,615

A leading manufacturer of rugged, reliable, American-made sporting firearms, Ruger and the recently acquired Marlin brand offer 800 variations of pistols, revolvers, hunting rifles, AR-style rifles, and lever-action rifles. Ruger is the perennial manufacturing leader in the rifle segment as well as a strong contender in pistols and revolvers. In 2024, Ruger celebrated its 75th anniversary. Ruger maintains the #1 ranking for USA firearms manufacturing in 2023. | ruger.com

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Rankings: 2020 – 2023

The tables below compare firearm production data reported in 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020 ATF AFMER final Reports. In addition, we have included the top manufacturers and rankings for the major product segments, including pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shotguns.

Notes:

• Axon Enterprises’ Taser 10 (less-lethal device) manufacturing data is included in the charts for data integrity, but is excluded from the Top 30 ranking, as this product does not compete with firearms
• Data for the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is color-coded green or red. Green indicates the company’s CAGR is =/> the industry. Red indicates the company is trailing the industry CAGR
• Date for Share is color coded green or red. Green indicates share improvement and red indicates share erosion