Kopes Precision

What Kopes Precision does

Kopes Precision is a privately held, family-owned firearms manufacturer headquartered in Magnolia, Texas. The company operates as a federally licensed Type 07 Manufacturer of Firearms with Class II Special Occupational Taxpayer (SOT) status, producing AR-platform rifles and pistols in small batches. Its product line centers on small-frame AR-15-style platforms (e.g., KP SF-300-P 300 Blackout Pistol, KP SF-300-HAMR-R 300 HAM'R Rifle) and large-frame AR-10/LR-308-style platforms (e.g., KP SF-65-R 6.5 Grendel), with dedicated left-hand configurations and custom Cerakote ceramic finishing as differentiators. The company also acts as an authorized dealer for AGM Thermal Optics and Bering Optics, and sells ammunition and accessories.

The business model is direct-to-consumer and channel-driven, with revenue generated from hardware sales of finished weapons, distributed thermal/optical products, custom finishing services, and accessories. Firearms pricing is not published on the company website; buyers are directed to GunBroker marketplace listings, while the website storefront carries lower-ticket accessories. The go-to-market combines an owned e-commerce store, GunBroker marketplace presence, an FFL dealer account program for wholesale, and international sales representation via Reghen International (Bob Hennessey). Customer segments span hunting enthusiasts (primary), security professionals, competition shooters, firearms collectors, and FFL resellers.

The company positions itself around custom one-at-a-time manufacturing, customer-direct engagement (phone, email, Instagram), and a Texas heritage dating to 1849. There is no disclosed institutional investment, no parent company, and no public financial reporting. Operational scale is self-described as small, with no headcount or revenue disclosure in the source material.

Name

Kopes Precision

Legal name

Kopes Precision

Website

https://kopesprecision.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kopes Precision is a family-owned Texas firearms manufacturer producing custom AR-15 and AR-10 style rifles and pistols, with a Type 07 license and Class II SOT. It sells via its website, GunBroker, FFL dealers, and Reghen International, serving hunters, sport shooters, security users, and dealers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Firearms Manufacturing (AR-pattern rifles and pistols)

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994), Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing (332992)

SIC

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

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRAMAKAA

Firearms & Ammunition Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Sporting Goods & Outdoor Retail/Hunting, Shooting & Archery Retail

Keywords

• AR-15 rifles
• AR-10 rifles
• Firearms manufacturing
• Thermal optics dealer
• Cerakote coatings

Headquarters

HQ city

Magnolia

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, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Firearms Sales: Revenue from manufacturing and selling AR-based rifles and pistols including Small Frame (AR-15) and Large Frame (AR-10/LR-308) models in various configurations
2. Thermal Optics Distribution: Revenue from acting as dealer for AGM Thermal Optics and Bering Optics, reselling thermal and optical sighting equipment
3. Ammunition and Accessories: Sales of ammunition and firearm accessories to complement the core firearms product line
4. Custom Cerakote Services: Custom firearm finishing services using Cerakote ceramic coatings in various colors

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Kopes Precision designs and manufactures AR-pattern rifles and pistols, including Small Frame (AR-15 style) and Large Frame (AR-10/LR-308 style) configurations, with dedicated left-hand variants and custom Cerakote finishing. The company is a licensed Type 07 Manufacturer of Firearms (Class II SOT) and also resells AGM Thermal Optics, Bering Optics, ammunition, and accessories.

Product overview

Kopes Precision is a family-owned firearms manufacturer specializing in high-quality AR-based rifles and pistols. Their product portfolio includes Small Frame (AR-15 style) rifles and pistols, Large Frame (AR-10/LR-308 style) rifles and pistols, and dedicated left-hand models. Named products include the KP SF-300-P (300 Blackout Pistol), KP SF-300-HAMR-R (300 HAM'R Rifle), and KP SF-65-R (6.5 Grendel Rifle). As a dealer for AGM Thermal Optics and Bering Optics, they also offer thermal and optical sighting systems. The company provides custom Cerakote color finishing and sells ammunition and accessories. Products are available for hunting, security, competition, and general sporting purposes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• KP SF-300-P 300 Blackout Pistol 300 Blackout AR-pattern pistol available in Right Hand and Left Hand configurations for individual firearms buyers. Pricing and specs are listed on GunBroker.com.
• KP SF-300-HAMR-R 300 HAM'R Rifle 300 HAM'R AR-pattern rifle available in Right Hand and Left Hand configurations for individual firearms buyers. Pricing and specs are listed on GunBroker.com.
• KP SF-65-R 6.5 Grendel Rifle 6.5 Grendel AR-pattern firearm available in Rifle or Pistol configurations for individual firearms buyers. Pricing and specs are listed on GunBroker.com.
• Small Frame (AR-15 style) Rifles and Pistols AR-15 style rifles and pistols for various applications including hunting, security, competition, and personal use, including dedicated left-hand models and custom configurations.
• Large Frame (AR-10/LR-308) Rifles and Pistols AR-10 or LR-308 style rifles and pistols for increased power and range, with dedicated left-hand and custom configurations available.
• AGM Thermal Optics (resold) Thermal optics products resold by Kopes Precision as an authorized dealer for AGM Thermal Optics, offered alongside the company's firearms product line.
• Bering Optics (resold) Optical products resold by Kopes Precision as an authorized dealer for Bering Optics, offered alongside the company's firearms product line.
• Ammunition and Accessories Ammunition and firearm accessories sold to complement the core firearms product line, including a sample $20 accessory item on the company store.
• Custom Model / Bespoke Firearm Builds Bespoke AR-pattern firearm builds requested directly from Kopes Precision, accommodating configurations beyond the standard catalog lineup.
• FFL Dealer Account Program Wholesale/resale account program for Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders who want to resell Kopes Precision products, set up via email inquiry.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AGM Thermal OpticsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKopes Precision is an authorized dealer for AGM Thermal Optics, reselling their thermal imaging products alongside their own firearms product line.
• Bering OpticsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKopes Precision is an authorized dealer for Bering Optics, offering their optical products to customers as part of the product offering.
• Reghen InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBob Hennessey at Reghen International serves as the international sales contact for Kopes Precision, facilitating sales outside the United States. Contact: +1(319)404-1126, [email protected]

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Palmetto State Armory: Palmetto State Armory is a direct competitor producing AR-15 and AR-10 rifles at value price points with strong D2C e-commerce and gun-broker-style marketplace presence, closely matching Kopes Precision's go-to-market approach.
• Aero Precision: Aero Precision manufactures complete AR-15 and AR-10 rifles along with components, directly competing in the same firearms manufacturing category and customer segments (hunting, sport, defense).
• Bravo Company Manufacturing: BCM manufactures AR-pattern rifles and components for military, law enforcement, and civilian markets. Directly comparable in product category, customer segments, and firearms manufacturing footprint.
• Daniel Defense: Daniel Defense is a direct competitor manufacturing AR-15 and AR-10 style rifles and pistols for hunting, competition, and defense markets. Highly comparable product line, customer base, and D2C/FFL distribution model.
• LWRC International: LWRC manufactures AR-pattern rifles focused on premium builds and customization for civilian and law enforcement markets. Comparable as a manufacturer with custom configuration capabilities in the AR category.

Broad incumbents

• Smith & Wesson: Smith & Wesson produces the M&P 15 line of AR-pattern rifles among a broad firearms portfolio. A large incumbent competitor with overlapping product category and direct-to-consumer plus dealer distribution.
• Springfield Armory: Springfield Armory is a larger firearms manufacturer offering the Saint line of AR-pattern rifles alongside a broad handgun and rifle portfolio. Overlaps with Kopes on AR sales but operates at greater scale and product breadth.
• Ruger: Ruger is a major diversified firearms manufacturer with an AR-556 AR-15 line competing in the same hunting, sport, and defense use cases. Publicly traded incumbent operating at far greater scale than Kopes Precision.
• FN America: FN America manufactures FN 15 and FN 10 AR-pattern rifles as part of a broader firearms portfolio. Overlaps with Kopes on AR sales to civilian and professional markets at significantly larger scale.

Emerging players

• Noveske Rifleworks: Noveske is a niche custom AR-15/AR-10 manufacturer known for specialty builds and custom finishes. Comparable as a smaller-scale manufacturer emphasizing customization, similar positioning to Kopes Precision.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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