What Fusion Firearms does

Fusion Firearms is a federally licensed (Type 07 FFL) firearms manufacturer headquartered in Venice, Florida, that designs, machines, and sells 1911 single-stack pistols, 2011 double-stack pistols (XP / XP PRO / XP 3C), and the XF PRO striker-fired handgun platform. The company's catalog spans more than 226 handgun SKUs and 673 individual part SKUs, including barrels, slides, frames, springs, and small components, supporting both complete-piston sales and a parallel DIY builder / custom-shop market. The Freedom Series was designed by Bob Serva, formerly president of Dan Wesson, lending the firm 1911-platform engineering credibility.

The firm operates a multi-tier manufacturing-and-services stack: in-house CNC machining of components, finished-pistol assembly, a Custom Shop offering custom finishes (with Cerakote services) and custom porting, and a Liberty Series of long guns that extends Fusion beyond handguns. Product design IP is concentrated in the proprietary XP PRO 2011 double-stack architecture and the XF PRO striker-fired platform, the latter developed in partnership with Ermox.

Commercial model is direct-to-consumer e-commerce supplemented by a growing FFL dealer network, with mandatory FFL transfers for direct sales; pricing on complete pistols ranges from roughly $499 entry-level configurations to $4,195 premium builds. Customer segments include concealed-carry consumers, competition shooters, training/defensive-use buyers, and DIY builders sourcing individual components for custom builds. No institutional, military, or law-enforcement customer concentration is disclosed.

Name

Fusion Firearms

Legal name

Fusion Firearms

Website

https://fusionfirearms.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Fusion Firearms is a Venice, Florida-based Type 07 FFL manufacturer designing and machining 1911 pistols, 2011 double-stack platforms (XP series), and the XF PRO striker-fired handgun. It serves concealed-carry, competition, and DIY-builder consumers via DTC e-commerce, an FFL dealer network, and a Custom Shop service line.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Firearms Manufacturing

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

SIC

Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Firearms & Ammunition Retail (CRAMAKAA)

Keywords

• 1911 pistol manufacturing
• Custom 1911 pistols
• 2011 double-stack pistols
• Firearms parts and accessories
• Gunsmithing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Venice

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Complete Firearms Sales: Sale of complete pistols including XP series (XP 3C, XP COMP, XP PRO), XF series (XF PRO), and 1911 pistols in various configurations. One-time purchase model with prices ranging from $499 to over $4,000.
2. Parts Sales: Sale of 1911 and pistol parts including slides, barrels, frames, triggers, safeties, springs, and accessories. Over 673 components stocked.
3. Custom Gunsmithing Services: Custom 1911 and 2011 pistol builds through the Custom Shop. Lead times of 12-20 weeks depending on complexity. Budget ranges from under $1,000 to $5,000+.
4. Finishing Services: Metal finishing options including Black Oxide, Hard Chrome, Ion Bond DLC, Yukon Coat, and Black Shield. Prices range from approximately $100 to $370 per component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Fusion Firearms is a federally licensed firearms manufacturer that designs, builds, and sells premium 1911-pattern pistols (Freedom Series, Government, Compact Carry, Micro Carry, 6-inch Longslide), the proprietary XP series double-stack 2011 pistols (XP PRO, XP COMP, XP 3C), the all-metal XF PRO striker-fired pistol, and an extensive catalog of 673+ 1911, XP, XF, and shotgun parts along with build kits, sights, magazines, and holsters. The Custom Shop offers bespoke pistol builds plus finishing, porting, and engraving services, all backed by a lifetime workmanship guarantee.

Product overview

Fusion Firearms is a federally licensed firearms manufacturer (Type 07 FFL) specializing in premium 1911-style pistols, 2011 double-stack platforms, and striker-fired pistols, complemented by an extensive parts, accessories, and gunsmithing services portfolio. The core product lines include the XP series (XP 3C compact-carry, XP COMP competition, and XP PRO flagship double-stack 2011 platform all running Glock magazines), the XF PRO all-metal striker-fired pistol, and the Freedom Series 1911 lineup spanning Government, Compact Carry, Micro Carry, and 6-inch Longslide configurations. The Custom Shop offers bespoke pistol builds with finishing services and full custom work. The company also stocks over 673 individual 1911 parts, XP/XF-specific components, shotgun parts, sights for multiple manufacturers, holsters, and magazines, along with professional gunsmithing services including sight work, action work, frame work, slide work, barrel work, and reliability packages. All products are backed by a lifetime workmanship guarantee and free shipping on orders over $200.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• XP PRO Flaghship double-stack 1911 platform pistol chambered in 9mm that feeds from Glock 17 magazines, ships with two 17-round mags. Features 4-inch Commander tri-topped slide, RMR-ready optics cut with included plate and cowitness sights, bull barrel, and all bar-stock CNC-machined build finished in Tennifer QPQ. Starting at $1,099.
• XP COMP Factory-compensated 9mm competition pistol built on the XP PRO wide-body platform with an integrated 4.6 inch compensator for flatter, faster shooting. Runs double-stack 9mm Glock 17 magazines.
• XP 3C Compact concealed-carry pistol featuring a 3-inch barrel, hammer-fired 9mm 2011 double-stack design with updated grip and slide texturing. Uses Glock 19 magazines with 15-round standard capacity. Slide is cut for RMR and RMSc footprint red dot optics.
• XF PRO All-metal striker-fired 9mm pistol with tactical aluminum frame, interchangeable grip panels, and competition-grade triggers. Precision CNC-machined from bar-stock materials with fluted barrel, Tennifer finish, and optic-ready slide with included RMR and RMS/C plates. Accepts Glock magazines with 15-round capacity.
• Freedom Series 1911 Pistols Comprehensive lineup of 1911 pistols designed by Bob Serva (former Dan Wesson president). Includes models ranging from compact carry (Bantam 3.25 inch) to classic 5 inch Government configuration to 6 inch Longslide. Handcrafted with bar-stock, CNC machined precision with limited lifetime warranty.
• Custom 1911 Pistols Handcrafted custom 1911 pistols built to last generations using finest materials and components. Available in various configurations including Competition, Self-Defense, Hunting, Tactical, and Engraved models. Covered by lifetime warranty.
• Government 1911 Pistols Classic 5-inch Government 1911 configuration available in Government (GI), Gold target, and Reaction models. All-steel CNC machined from billet bar-stock with 70 Series Colt design. Available in 45ACP, 9mm, and 10mm calibers with 8+1 magazine capacity.
• Compact Carry 1911 Pistols Compact 1911 pistols designed for concealed carry including Combat, CCO, NCOM, Riptide, and Riptide-C models. Available in 9mm, 10mm, and 45 ACP calibers with features like bull barrel, fiber optic sights, and dual recoil springs.
• Micro Carry 1911 Pistols Micro compact 1911 pistols for deep concealment including Bantam, Bantam-R, Thorn, Thorn-D, NCOM-D, and NCOM-T models. Typically 3.25-inch barrel length designed for everyday carry.
• 6-inch Longslide 1911 Pistols Longslide configuration featuring 6-inch barrel for enhanced accuracy and sight radius. Part of Freedom Series lineup.
• Limited Edition 1911 Pistols Special edition 1911 models including Bear Edition Combat, Back The Blue Reaction, Firefighter Reaction, and themed designs like Silver Skyfall Reaction.
• Liberty Series Shotguns Complete shotgun lineup under the Liberty Series brand with配套 shotgun parts and sights available.
• 1911 Parts Complete range of 1911 pistol components including slides, barrels, frames, triggers, safeties, hammers, extractors, ejectors, and springs. Over 673 components across all categories, Colt 1911 (70 series) compatible.
• XP Parts Replacement and upgrade parts for XP PRO and XP COMP pistols including frame parts, slide parts, barrels, triggers, safeties, grips, guide rods, springs, magazines, accessories, and compensators.
• XF Parts Replacement components for all-metal striker-fired XF PRO platform including barrels, triggers, slide parts, sights, grips, guide rods, frame parts, and accessories.
• 1911 Build Kits Complete kits for 1911 pistol building including build kits, top-end assemblies, complete lower kits, and trigger kits for both standard and double-stack (2011) configurations.
• Shotgun Parts Complete shotgun parts including receiver parts (bolts, charging handles, ejectors, extractors, firing pins, triggers), barrel parts (barrels, choke tubes, gas pistons, magazine caps, recoil springs), stocks, grips, and accessories.
• Sights Pistol, revolver, and shotgun/rifle sights for multiple manufacturers including Colt, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson, Beretta, Glock, H&K, Kimber, Springfield, Ruger, CZ, Walther, Remington, Taurus, Browning, Bul Armory, Tanfoglio, Rock Island Armory, and Magnum Research. Includes sight cuts (Novak, Bomar, Mil Spec) and optics (red dot/thermal, mounts, shims).
• Holsters Holsters designed for XP PRO and XF PRO pistols.
• Magazines Magazines for 1911 pistols, Glock pistols, and shotguns.
• Custom Shop Builds Custom pistol builds and services including finishing options (Cerakote, bluing, hard chrome, Ion Bond DLC, Yukon Coat, Black Shield), full custom builds, custom porting, and laser engraving. Lead times typically 12-20 weeks.
• Gunsmithing Services Professional gunsmithing services including sight work, action work, frame work, slide work, barrel work, and reliability packages.
• Finishing Options Gun coating and finishing services including Black Oxide, Hard Chrome, Ion Bond DLC, Yukon Coat, and Black Shield Melonite treatments for frames, slides, and accent parts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Lifetime workmanship guarantee on all firearms
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ErmoxcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe XP PRO is described as 'a groundbreaking collaboration between Fusion Firearms and Ermox.' This is a product development partnership where Ermox worked with Fusion on the innovative XP PRO 2011 platform. The partnership is described as setting 'a new benchmark in the industry for innovation and design.' The XF PRO series was also 'developed in collaboration with Ermox' featuring 'precision CNC-machined from bar-stock materials.'

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Nighthawk Custom: Nighthawk Custom builds handcrafted, premium-priced 1911 pistols and competes directly with Fusion's Custom Shop offerings. Both target collectors and enthusiasts willing to pay premium ASPs for bespoke finishes and craftsmanship.
• Wilson Combat: Wilson Combat manufactures premium 1911 pistols and a deep parts/accessories catalog comparable to Fusion Firearms. Both compete in the custom and semi-custom 1911 segment, with overlapping parts ecosystems serving DIY builders.
• Dan Wesson: Dan Wesson is a 1911 manufacturer where CEO Bob Serva formerly served as president. Direct peer given overlapping 1911 product positioning and shared personnel lineage, making it the closest comparable in craftsmanship and customer base.
• Kimber Manufacturing: Kimber is a major 1911-focused manufacturer with broad 1911 lineup spanning entry-level to custom, comparable to Fusion's Freedom Series and Government 1911 SKUs at similar price points in the broader market.
• Ed Brown Products: Ed Brown is a custom 1911 manufacturer with comparable handcrafted build philosophy, lifetime warranty positioning, and premium price points that overlap directly with Fusion's Custom Shop lineup.
• Staccato: Staccato (formerly STI) is the most direct competitor to Fusion's XP PRO 2011 platform, building premium double-stack 1911-style pistols with similar magazine-compatibility narratives and overlapping target segments in competition, duty, and concealed carry. Both companies serve the same 2011 enthusiast customer with comparable price points.
• Rock Island Armory: Rock Island Armory produces budget-to-mid-tier 1911 pistols at aggressive price points, competing for value-oriented 1911 buyers in the same sub-$1,000 price band where Fusion's Freedom Series entry models sit.

Broad incumbents

• Colt's Manufacturing: Colt is the original 1911 manufacturer and a broad incumbent whose 70 Series design is the basis for Fusion's 1911 platform. Comparable in 1911 lineage but with a significantly larger portfolio across rifles, military contracts, and revolvers.
• Springfield Armory: Springfield Armory offers a 1911 line plus broad semi-automatic pistol portfolio including polymer striker-fired platforms. Overlaps with Fusion in 1911 segment but operates at much larger scale across multiple firearm categories.
• SIG Sauer: SIG Sauer offers a 1911 line as part of a much broader firearms portfolio including the P320 series. Comparable on the 1911 platform but operates as a broad incumbent across pistols, rifles, optics, and suppressors at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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