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SureFire
Legal namestring
Surefire, LLC
Websiteurl
surefire.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
1979
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
501–1,000
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersFountain Valley, United States
HQ citystring
Fountain Valley
HQ countrystring
United States
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
tactical illumination products, weapon-mounted flashlights, firearm sound suppressors, hearing protection devices, military tactical gear
Industry2 codes
1Specialty & Task/Workstation Lighting (Inspection/task lights, cleanroom/food-grade, portable work lights)
CodeIMAGAIAKPrimaryYes
2Military Power Supplies, RF/Microwave Components & Ruggedized Electronics
CodeIMABAGAJPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing3351
  • Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing332994
  • Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing335132
SIC code2 codes
  • Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment3640
  • Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles)3480
Product category
Tactical Illumination and Suppression Equipment
GTM motion2 records

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model4 records
1Illumination Products
TypeHardware Sales
Description

SureFire generates primary revenue from selling flashlights, weapon lights, headlamps, and helmet lights. Products range from $110 (G2X Pro) to $5,820 (HellFighter 5). Sales are one-time hardware purchases with batteries and accessories as add-on revenue.

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2Suppressors
TypeHardware Sales
Description

Revenue from firearm sound suppressors and associated muzzle devices, accessories, and training devices. Suppressor sales have grown significantly due to regulatory changes eliminating the $200 federal tax.

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3EarPro Hearing Protection
TypeHardware Sales
Description

Filtered and full-block ear protection products including Sonic Defenders Plus, generating recurring revenue from consumables and replacement parts.

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4Parts & Accessories
TypeHardware Sales
Description

Batteries (123A, 18650), switches, mounts, filters, and replacement parts. Batteries represent recurring consumable revenue.

surefire.com
Marketing channels5 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels3 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components6 values
Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Pricing details3 tiers
1Premium Tactical/Professional Products
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

High-end products targeting military, law enforcement, and professional users. Examples: Scout Light Pro series $379-$439, SOCOM suppressors $800+, Ballistic Shield Light $899.

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2Consumer/Commercial Products
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Products for outdoor enthusiasts, competitive shooters, and everyday carry users. Examples: G2X Pro $110, Minimus $295, EP4 Sonic Defenders $21.49-$499.

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3Accessories and Consumables
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Batteries (123A packs $37.99-$1,850, SF18650B $28.50), switches, mounts, filters priced for repeat purchases.

surefire.com
GTM typeB2B and B2C
B2B and B2C
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Core offering1 text field

SureFire designs and manufactures tactical illumination tools (flashlights, weapon lights, headlamps, helmet lights, shield lights, crew-served searchlights), firearm sound suppressors and muzzle devices, and hearing protection products. All products are engineered and assembled in the USA with Mil-Spec aerospace aluminum construction, premium LEDs, and proprietary optics. The portfolio targets military, law enforcement, and civilian shooter, outdoor, and everyday-carry markets with premium-priced, durable hardware.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • Turbo Scout Light Pro reaches 100,000 candela with 700 lumens and 632-meter beam distance
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

SureFire is a manufacturer of tactical illumination products, suppressors, hearing protection, and accessories serving military, law enforcement, and civilian markets. The product portfolio is organized into five main categories: Illumination (flashlights, weapon lights, helmet lights, shield lights), Suppressors (sound suppressors, muzzle devices, training devices), EarPro (filtered and full block hearing protection), Parts & Accessories (batteries, switches, mounts, filters), and Lifestyle (apparel and pens). All products are designed and manufactured in the USA. The core product lines include the G2X tactical flashlights, Scout Light Pro weapon lights (available in standard, Turbo, Dual Fuel, and Infrared variants), Maximus and Minimus headlamps, HellFighter searchlights, HL1 HelmetLights, and Ballistic Shield Lights. Add-on modules and accessories include replacement heads (KE2, KM1, KM2), tailcap switches (XM, XT, UE series), scout light bodies (MH series), and suppressor components (Ryder pistons and spacers).

Product and service17 records
1G2X Pro Dual-Output LED Flashlight
CategoryIllumination - Flashlights
Description

Dual-output LED tactical flashlight delivering 600 lumens on high and 15 lumens on low, with polymer/aluminum construction and tactical tailcap switching. Targeted at civilian, law enforcement, and everyday carry users.

2G2X Law Enforcement Edition Flashlight
CategoryIllumination - Flashlights
Description

Dual-output LED tactical flashlight (600/15 lumens) designed specifically at the request of Canadian law enforcement agencies for tactical lighting needs, with rugged polymer body.

3M340DFT-PRO Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro WeaponLight
CategoryIllumination - Weapon Lights
Description

3-Volt Dual Fuel weapon-mounted light with 95,000 candela and 650 lumens, accepting SF18350 rechargeable or 123A primary batteries. Designed for rifle/carbine mounting in tactical applications.

4M640DFT-PRO Dual Fuel Turbo Scout Light Pro WeaponLight
CategoryIllumination - Weapon Lights
Description

6-Volt Dual Fuel Turbo Scout Light Pro delivering 100,000 candela and 700 lumens with included SF18650 battery (or 600 lumens with two 123A batteries). High-candela, far-reaching beam for extreme long-range target identification.

5Scout Light Pro Infrared WeaponLight
CategoryIllumination - Weapon Lights
Description

6-Volt IR Scout Light Pro producing 350 lumens of white light and 120mW of IR output with hybrid beam pattern for medium- to long-range target identification using night vision devices.

6M640T Turbo Scout Light Pro WeaponLight
CategoryIllumination - Weapon Lights
Description

6-Volt High-Candela Scout Light Pro with 700 lumens and 70,000 candela, featuring Low-Profile Mount compatible with MIL-STD-1913 and M-LOK rails.

7Minimus Variable-Output LED Headlamp
CategoryIllumination - Hands Free / Headlamps
Description

Variable-output headlamp with 13 light settings from 5 to 300 lumens using MaxVision reflector, with adjustable LED housing for hands-free tactical, outdoor, and hands-free task lighting.

8Maximus Rechargeable Variable-Output LED Headlamp
CategoryIllumination - Hands Free / Headlamps
Description

Rechargeable headlamp delivering 1 to 1,000 lumens with MaxVision Beam, one-hand output adjustment, and SOS beacon. Designed for outdoor, professional, and tactical users requiring hands-free illumination.

9G2ZX Combat Light Flashlight
CategoryIllumination - Flashlights
Description

Single-output 600-lumen LED combat flashlight with CombatGrip body designed for use with the Rogers SureFire firearm-retention technique. Targeted at law enforcement and tactical users.

10Ballistic Shield Light (BSL-A)
CategoryIllumination - Shield Lights
Description

Ultra-high-output 1,500-lumen Dual Fuel shield-mounted light designed for military and law enforcement ballistic shield users, with pressure switch and constant-on activation. Covered by US Patent 12,326,240B1.

11HellFighter 5 HID Searchlight and WeaponLight
CategoryIllumination - Crew Served WeaponLights
Description

HID searchlight and crew-served/heavy gun weapon light generating 6,000 lumens and 890,000 candela with maximum beam reach of 1,766 meters. Designed for crew-served weapons and long-range target identification.

12HL1 HelmetLight
CategoryIllumination - Helmet Lights
Description

Multi-use high-performance LED helmet light with primary and secondary LEDs and an infrared IFF beacon, designed for MICH helmets. Used by military and tactical operators for hands-free identification friend-or-foe signaling.

13SureFire Pen IV
CategoryLifestyle
Description

Aerospace aluminum precision pen with Schmidt easyFLOW 9000 cartridge, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish, and tactical design. Lifestyle/EDC product extending SureFire's brand into everyday carry.

14SOCOM4 Suppressor
CategorySuppressors
Description

Fourth-generation SOCOM suppressor optimized for 5.56mm, designed for U.S. Special Operations Command and broader military/LE use. Features Fast-Attach Hub mount and delivers evolved sound suppression performance over prior SOCOM generations.

15XC3 WeaponLight
CategoryIllumination - Weapon Lights
Description

Compact WeaponLight delivering performance, durability, and switching in a form factor that fits numerous holsters already commercially available. Designed for concealed carry and duty holster compatibility.

16EarPro Hearing Protection (Sonic Defenders / EP4)
CategoryEarPro - Hearing Protection
Description

Filtered and full-block hearing protection products including EP4 Sonic Defenders Plus and UAC (Universal Audio Communication) Filter, providing hearing protection while preserving situational awareness and enabling two-way radio communication. Generates recurring revenue from consumables and replacement filters.

17Parts & Accessories (Batteries, Switches, Mounts, Filters)
CategoryParts & Accessories
Description

Batteries (123A, SF18650B), remote switches (XM/XT/UE series), mounts, suppressor accessories (Ryder pistons and spacers), and replacement parts that extend and maintain SureFire illumination and suppressor products. Batteries represent recurring consumable revenue.

Scale indicator5 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Recent move6 records

Each record includes

Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight6 records

Each record includes

Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Streamlight is the closest direct competitor to SureFire in tactical flashlights and weapon-mounted lights, serving overlapping military, law enforcement, and civilian markets at slightly lower price points. Its ProTac, TLR, and Sidewinder series compete head-to-head with SureFire's Scout Light Pro and G2X lines.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Modlite is a premium direct peer in the high-candela weapon-light category, building handheld and rifle-mounted lights favored by special operations and law enforcement buyers. It competes directly with SureFire's Scout Light Pro and Turbo Series on candela output and ruggedized performance.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Cloud Defensive is a direct peer in premium weapon-mounted lights, competing with SureFire Scout Light Pro products on output, durability, and modular switching ecosystems. It targets overlapping military, LE, and civilian rifle markets.

TypeDirect peer
Description

SilencerCo is a direct peer in the suppressor category, competing with SureFire's SOCOM and Ryder lines across civilian, hunting, and tactical shooting markets. Both companies sell directly to consumers through e-commerce and dealer networks and benefit from the same regulatory tailwinds.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Dead Air is a direct peer in firearm suppressors, offering rimfire, handgun, and rifle suppressors that compete with SureFire's Ryder and SOCOM lines. It addresses overlapping civilian, hunting, and tactical-shooting customers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Olight is a direct competitor in the broader flashlight and weapon-light market, competing with SureFire's consumer/EDC flashlights (G2X) and lower-output weapon lights at significantly lower price points and broader retail distribution, including online channels.

7Knight's Armament Company (KAC)
TypeDirect peer
Description

KAC is a direct peer in military-grade weapon accessories, including suppressors, lights, and rails. It competes with SureFire for U.S. military and special operations contracts and shares the Made-in-USA, Mil-Spec premium positioning.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Princeton Tec is a peer in tactical and outdoor lighting — flashlights and headlamps — overlapping with SureFire's Minimus, Maximus, and tactical flashlight lines for military, law enforcement, and outdoor/industrial buyers.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Magpul is a broader incumbent in the firearm-accessory ecosystem (magazines, grips, mounts, optics) that intersects with SureFire's mounting and accessory businesses. While not a direct illumination competitor, it shares the military/LE/civilian customer base and Made-in-USA premium positioning.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

5.11 Tactical is a broader incumbent in the tactical gear and apparel category, overlapping with SureFire's Lifestyle line and law enforcement/end-user channels. It is a broader portfolio player rather than a specialty illumination/sound-suppression competitor.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat5 records

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Type, Details

Key risks6 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights6 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Named customers2 records

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Name, Industry, Type, Use case, Source, UUID

Segment6 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
API detail
Has APIbool
No

Docs URL, Description

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature7 records

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Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles6 records

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Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds1 record

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors3 records

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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SureFire

Tactical Illumination and Suppression Equipmentsurefire.com

SureFire firmographics

Firmographics
Name
SureFire
Legal name
Surefire, LLC
Website
https://surefire.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
1979
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
501–1,000 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

SureFire industry classification

Industry
Product category
Tactical Illumination and Suppression Equipment
NAICS
Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994), Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132)
SIC
Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640), Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)
akta.pro primary industry
Specialty & Task/Workstation Lighting (Inspection/task lights, cleanroom/food-grade, portable work lights) (IMAGAIAK)
akta.pro secondary industry
Military Power Supplies, RF/Microwave Components & Ruggedized Electronics (IMABAGAJ)

Keywords

  • Tactical illumination products
  • Weapon-mounted flashlights
  • Firearm sound suppressors
  • Hearing protection devices
  • Military tactical gear

Where SureFire is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Fountain Valley
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

SureFire business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B and B2C
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

  1. Illumination Products: SureFire generates primary revenue from selling flashlights, weapon lights, headlamps, and helmet lights. Products range from $110 (G2X Pro) to $5,820 (HellFighter 5). Sales are one-time hardware purchases with batteries and accessories as add-on revenue.
  2. Suppressors: Revenue from firearm sound suppressors and associated muzzle devices, accessories, and training devices. Suppressor sales have grown significantly due to regulatory changes eliminating the $200 federal tax.
  3. EarPro Hearing Protection: Filtered and full-block ear protection products including Sonic Defenders Plus, generating recurring revenue from consumables and replacement parts.
  4. Parts & Accessories: Batteries (123A, 18650), switches, mounts, filters, and replacement parts. Batteries represent recurring consumable revenue.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goPremium Tactical/Professional Products
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goConsumer/Commercial Products
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goAccessories and Consumables

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

SureFire product offering

Product offering

Core offering

SureFire designs and manufactures tactical illumination tools (flashlights, weapon lights, headlamps, helmet lights, shield lights, crew-served searchlights), firearm sound suppressors and muzzle devices, and hearing protection products. All products are engineered and assembled in the USA with Mil-Spec aerospace aluminum construction, premium LEDs, and proprietary optics. The portfolio targets military, law enforcement, and civilian shooter, outdoor, and everyday-carry markets with premium-priced, durable hardware.

Product overview

SureFire is a manufacturer of tactical illumination products, suppressors, hearing protection, and accessories serving military, law enforcement, and civilian markets. The product portfolio is organized into five main categories: Illumination (flashlights, weapon lights, helmet lights, shield lights), Suppressors (sound suppressors, muzzle devices, training devices), EarPro (filtered and full block hearing protection), Parts & Accessories (batteries, switches, mounts, filters), and Lifestyle (apparel and pens). All products are designed and manufactured in the USA. The core product lines include the G2X tactical flashlights, Scout Light Pro weapon lights (available in standard, Turbo, Dual Fuel, and Infrared variants), Maximus and Minimus headlamps, HellFighter searchlights, HL1 HelmetLights, and Ballistic Shield Lights. Add-on modules and accessories include replacement heads (KE2, KM1, KM2), tailcap switches (XM, XT, UE series), scout light bodies (MH series), and suppressor components (Ryder pistons and spacers).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • G2X Pro Dual-Output LED Flashlight Dual-output LED tactical flashlight delivering 600 lumens on high and 15 lumens on low, with polymer/aluminum construction and tactical tailcap switching. Targeted at civilian, law enforcement, and everyday carry users.
  • G2X Law Enforcement Edition Flashlight Dual-output LED tactical flashlight (600/15 lumens) designed specifically at the request of Canadian law enforcement agencies for tactical lighting needs, with rugged polymer body.
  • M340DFT-PRO Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro WeaponLight 3-Volt Dual Fuel weapon-mounted light with 95,000 candela and 650 lumens, accepting SF18350 rechargeable or 123A primary batteries. Designed for rifle/carbine mounting in tactical applications.
  • M640DFT-PRO Dual Fuel Turbo Scout Light Pro WeaponLight 6-Volt Dual Fuel Turbo Scout Light Pro delivering 100,000 candela and 700 lumens with included SF18650 battery (or 600 lumens with two 123A batteries). High-candela, far-reaching beam for extreme long-range target identification.
  • Scout Light Pro Infrared WeaponLight 6-Volt IR Scout Light Pro producing 350 lumens of white light and 120mW of IR output with hybrid beam pattern for medium- to long-range target identification using night vision devices.
  • M640T Turbo Scout Light Pro WeaponLight 6-Volt High-Candela Scout Light Pro with 700 lumens and 70,000 candela, featuring Low-Profile Mount compatible with MIL-STD-1913 and M-LOK rails.
  • Minimus Variable-Output LED Headlamp Variable-output headlamp with 13 light settings from 5 to 300 lumens using MaxVision reflector, with adjustable LED housing for hands-free tactical, outdoor, and hands-free task lighting.
  • Maximus Rechargeable Variable-Output LED Headlamp Rechargeable headlamp delivering 1 to 1,000 lumens with MaxVision Beam, one-hand output adjustment, and SOS beacon. Designed for outdoor, professional, and tactical users requiring hands-free illumination.
  • G2ZX Combat Light Flashlight Single-output 600-lumen LED combat flashlight with CombatGrip body designed for use with the Rogers SureFire firearm-retention technique. Targeted at law enforcement and tactical users.
  • Ballistic Shield Light (BSL-A) Ultra-high-output 1,500-lumen Dual Fuel shield-mounted light designed for military and law enforcement ballistic shield users, with pressure switch and constant-on activation. Covered by US Patent 12,326,240B1.
  • HellFighter 5 HID Searchlight and WeaponLight HID searchlight and crew-served/heavy gun weapon light generating 6,000 lumens and 890,000 candela with maximum beam reach of 1,766 meters. Designed for crew-served weapons and long-range target identification.
  • HL1 HelmetLight Multi-use high-performance LED helmet light with primary and secondary LEDs and an infrared IFF beacon, designed for MICH helmets. Used by military and tactical operators for hands-free identification friend-or-foe signaling.
  • SureFire Pen IV Aerospace aluminum precision pen with Schmidt easyFLOW 9000 cartridge, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish, and tactical design. Lifestyle/EDC product extending SureFire's brand into everyday carry.
  • SOCOM4 Suppressor Fourth-generation SOCOM suppressor optimized for 5.56mm, designed for U.S. Special Operations Command and broader military/LE use. Features Fast-Attach Hub mount and delivers evolved sound suppression performance over prior SOCOM generations.
  • XC3 WeaponLight Compact WeaponLight delivering performance, durability, and switching in a form factor that fits numerous holsters already commercially available. Designed for concealed carry and duty holster compatibility.
  • EarPro Hearing Protection (Sonic Defenders / EP4) Filtered and full-block hearing protection products including EP4 Sonic Defenders Plus and UAC (Universal Audio Communication) Filter, providing hearing protection while preserving situational awareness and enabling two-way radio communication. Generates recurring revenue from consumables and replacement filters.
  • Parts & Accessories (Batteries, Switches, Mounts, Filters) Batteries (123A, SF18650B), remote switches (XM/XT/UE series), mounts, suppressor accessories (Ryder pistons and spacers), and replacement parts that extend and maintain SureFire illumination and suppressor products. Batteries represent recurring consumable revenue.

Quantifiable outcome

  • Turbo Scout Light Pro reaches 100,000 candela with 700 lumens and 632-meter beam distance
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use SureFire

Customer profile

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

SureFire technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

SureFire partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

SureFire competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Streamlight: Streamlight is the closest direct competitor to SureFire in tactical flashlights and weapon-mounted lights, serving overlapping military, law enforcement, and civilian markets at slightly lower price points. Its ProTac, TLR, and Sidewinder series compete head-to-head with SureFire's Scout Light Pro and G2X lines.
  • Modlite Systems: Modlite is a premium direct peer in the high-candela weapon-light category, building handheld and rifle-mounted lights favored by special operations and law enforcement buyers. It competes directly with SureFire's Scout Light Pro and Turbo Series on candela output and ruggedized performance.
  • Cloud Defensive: Cloud Defensive is a direct peer in premium weapon-mounted lights, competing with SureFire Scout Light Pro products on output, durability, and modular switching ecosystems. It targets overlapping military, LE, and civilian rifle markets.
  • SilencerCo: SilencerCo is a direct peer in the suppressor category, competing with SureFire's SOCOM and Ryder lines across civilian, hunting, and tactical shooting markets. Both companies sell directly to consumers through e-commerce and dealer networks and benefit from the same regulatory tailwinds.
  • Dead Air Armament: Dead Air is a direct peer in firearm suppressors, offering rimfire, handgun, and rifle suppressors that compete with SureFire's Ryder and SOCOM lines. It addresses overlapping civilian, hunting, and tactical-shooting customers.
  • Olight: Olight is a direct competitor in the broader flashlight and weapon-light market, competing with SureFire's consumer/EDC flashlights (G2X) and lower-output weapon lights at significantly lower price points and broader retail distribution, including online channels.
  • Knight's Armament Company (KAC): KAC is a direct peer in military-grade weapon accessories, including suppressors, lights, and rails. It competes with SureFire for U.S. military and special operations contracts and shares the Made-in-USA, Mil-Spec premium positioning.
  • Princeton Tec: Princeton Tec is a peer in tactical and outdoor lighting — flashlights and headlamps — overlapping with SureFire's Minimus, Maximus, and tactical flashlight lines for military, law enforcement, and outdoor/industrial buyers.

Broad incumbents

  • Magpul: Magpul is a broader incumbent in the firearm-accessory ecosystem (magazines, grips, mounts, optics) that intersects with SureFire's mounting and accessory businesses. While not a direct illumination competitor, it shares the military/LE/civilian customer base and Made-in-USA premium positioning.
  • 5.11 Tactical: 5.11 Tactical is a broader incumbent in the tactical gear and apparel category, overlapping with SureFire's Lifestyle line and law enforcement/end-user channels. It is a broader portfolio player rather than a specialty illumination/sound-suppression competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

SureFire social profiles

Digital presence

SureFire financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

SureFire leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

SureFire funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors3 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

SureFire M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

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Frequently asked questions about SureFire

What does SureFire do?

SureFire designs and manufactures tactical illumination tools (flashlights, weapon lights, headlamps, helmet lights, shield lights, crew-served searchlights), firearm sound suppressors and muzzle devices, and hearing protection products. All products are engineered and assembled in the USA with Mil-Spec aerospace aluminum construction, premium LEDs, and proprietary optics. The portfolio targets military, law enforcement, and civilian shooter, outdoor, and everyday-carry markets with premium-priced, durable hardware.

Is SureFire a public or private company?

SureFire is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.

When was SureFire founded?

SureFire was founded in 1979. It employs 501 to 1,000 people.

Where is SureFire based?

SureFire is headquartered in Fountain Valley, United States, in the North America region.

How does SureFire make money?

Four revenue lines are on record. Illumination Products are the primary driver. The others are suppressors, earPro Hearing Protection and parts & Accessories.

Who are SureFire's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Streamlight, Modlite Systems, Cloud Defensive, SilencerCo, Dead Air Armament, Olight, Knight's Armament Company (KAC) and Princeton Tec. Broad incumbents are Magpul and 5.11 Tactical.

Does SureFire have an API?

No public API is recorded for SureFire.

What industry is SureFire in?

SureFire's product category is Tactical Illumination and Suppression Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAIAK, Specialty & Task/Workstation Lighting (Inspection/task lights, cleanroom/food-grade, portable work lights), with a secondary code of IMABAGAJ, Military Power Supplies, RF/Microwave Components & Ruggedized Electronics. Its NAICS code is 3351 and its SIC code is 3640.

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It highlights specific brands like SureFire and Streamlight as reliable options and mentions industry standards referenced by organizations such as the International Association of Fire Fighters.Audiophileon15 Best Hearing Protection for Shooting In 2024This article is a comprehensive buying guide listing 15 hearing protection products for shooting, reviewed by an amateur competitive shooter who describes himself as a website owner dedicated to audio products. The author covers earmuffs, earplugs, and wireless earbuds from brands including Surefire, Honeywell, Mack's, Walker's, Howard Leight, 3M, Radians, Prohear, Sordin, Safariland, Otis, and Dr. Meter, providing Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) specifications, pros and cons, and personal testing assessments for each product. The article explains that gunshots produce sounds ranging from 140db (suppressed) to 160db (average 9mm handgun), well above the 85db threshold where hearing damage can occur, and advocates for consistent use of hearing protection to prevent permanent hearing loss or tinnitus.Outdoor WireGuns & Gear Premiers Season 17 Episode 3 on the Outdoor ChannelThe article reports that the television show Guns & Gear premiered its third episode of season 17 on the Outdoor Channel, scheduled for July 16, 2025, featuring firearm reviews and shooting sports segments. The show, hosted by Ryan Gresham, includes coverage of products from companies like Tactaload, Smith & Wesson, Caldwell Shooting, Ruger, and SureFire.Pew Pew TacticalBest AR-15 Flashlights [Real Views]The article reviews five AR-15 flashlights, including the Streamlight ProTac 2, SureFire M640U, Modlite PLHv2, InForce WML, and Ozark Rifle Light. It compares lumens, candela, battery life, weight, and mounting options, with the Streamlight ProTac 2 recommended for most users and the Modlite for extreme candela.BlackcreekfirearmsBest Suppressors for 2024: A Comprehensive GuideBlack Creek Firearms published a comprehensive buyer's guide ranking the top firearm suppressors for 2024, featuring products from Otter Creek Labs, Dead Air, SureFire, and Thunder Beast, among others. The guide highlights product specifications including weight, materials, caliber compatibility, and price points. The article notes a surge in suppressor ownership driven by shorter ATF approval wait times, with some approvals happening in under 24 hours, leading to tight inventory and products selling out within 1-2 weeks.Pew Pew Tactical9 Best Pistol Lights [Hands-On Review]A hands-on review of pistol lights evaluates models like the Streamlight TLR-1, SureFire X300U, and Olight PL-Mini 2, comparing brightness, runtime, and durability. The review recommends the Streamlight TLR-1 as the editor's pick and the SureFire X300U as the best overall, with specific specs and use cases for each.PR NewswireLight Years Ahead? Optical Communications Channel ARON Turns Heads At Gathering of World's Leading Scientists and EngineersSureFire, a California-based illumination technology company, presented its optical communications technology ARON at the IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference in Las Vegas on January 15, 2018, one week after its debut at CES. The technology, which uses infrared light waves to create an independent communications channel without internet or cellular networks, won the conference's "Best Demo Award" and is claimed to be 300 times more energy-efficient than Wi-Fi while operating on batteries or solar power. SureFire's ARON, which can transmit any form of digital information including high-definition video, represents what reporters describe as a potential post-Wi-Fi solution for secure, private communications.PR NewswireCanal de comunicação óptica revolucionário deverá assumir o controle da realidade aumentada móvelSureFire, a lighting technology company based in Fountain Valley, California, presented its new ARON (Augmented-Reality Optical Narrowcasting) optical communication technology at CES 2018 in Las Vegas. ARON is a wireless communication channel that uses infrared light waves to transmit data without relying on internet or cellular networks, and the company claims it is 300 times more energy-efficient than Wi-Fi while offering enhanced mobile augmented reality capabilities. The technology, developed over three years by SureFire, represents what the company describes as the first demonstration of free-space optical communications available for consumers, governments, and businesses.PR NewswireUn canal de communication optique révolutionnaire en passe de prendre en charge la réalité augmentée mobileSureFire, a lighting technology company, announced ARON at CES 2018, a breakthrough optical communication channel designed to enhance mobile augmented reality capabilities. This technology aims to extend smartphone connectivity beyond cellular networks and alter user interaction with the surrounding environment.