What Kahr Firearms Group does

Kahr Firearms Group is a privately held firearms holding company headquartered at 105 Kahr Ave in Greeley, Pennsylvania, structured around three wholly-owned brand portfolios: Kahr Arms (compact concealed-carry and duty pistols chambered in 9MM, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, and .380 ACP, including the X9, CM9, CW9, PM9, TP9, and P-series lines), Auto-Ordnance (historical reproductions including M1 Carbines, Thompson 1927 Tommy Guns, and the Thompson 1911A1 Custom / 1911TC pistol, plus AR-15 parts), and Magnum Research (the Desert Eagle semi-automatic pistol and the BFR 'Big Finest Revolver' line, available in 12 magnum calibers and two frame sizes with all-stainless construction and cut rifled barrels). The group sells accessories, parts, sights, holsters, and branded apparel under each sub-brand. Manufacturing is U.S.-based, with operations referenced in Worcester, MA for Auto-Ordnance.

The company's revenue mechanics are split across four streams: firearms sales routed through an authorized dealer network (with dealer registration and a dealer locator tool on the website); direct-to-consumer sales of parts, accessories, magazines, sights, holsters, and apparel through a BigCommerce-powered e-commerce storefront; ammunition resale through distribution agreements with PMC, Sellier & Bellot, Fiocchi, and TulAmmo; and a custom shop banner linked to Magnum Research Customs. Pricing is unit-based, ranging from sub-$1 components and $1.49–$50 apparel up to $1,455+ BFR revolvers and premium Desert Eagle models. The go-to-market is therefore a hybrid model — direct DTC for aftermarket consumables and branded merchandise, channel partner/reseller for regulated firearm SKUs — targeting individual firearms consumers in the United States for self-defense, target shooting, hunting, and collecting.

Kahr Firearms Group was formed in 2012 to consolidate the three brand portfolios under founder Justin Moon (Founder, CEO, and President). Distribution is restricted to the U.S. market; the company does not disclose ownership structure, investors, or employee count in the source data, and operates a single corporate office in Pennsylvania. Its only technology differentiation rests in proprietary firearms design (cut rifled BFR barrels, magnum-designed-from-scratch Desert Eagle architecture) and an iconic brand portfolio rather than software, AI, or platform technology.

Name

Kahr Firearms Group

Legal name

Kahr Firearms Group

Website

https://shopkahrfirearmsgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kahr Firearms Group is a privately held U.S. firearms holding company headquartered in Greeley, Pennsylvania, that owns and operates three iconic brand portfolios — Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance, and Magnum Research — selling pistols, revolvers, long guns, parts, accessories, ammunition, and branded apparel through an authorized dealer network and a direct-to-consumer BigCommerce storefront serving individual firearms consumers nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Firearms

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994), Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers (459)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Firearms & Ammunition Retail (CRAMAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Reloading & Gunsmithing Supplies Retail (CRAMAKAF), Historical & Military Collectibles Retail (CRALAGAM)

Keywords

• Firearms manufacturing
• Concealed carry pistols
• Magnum revolvers
• Firearms accessories
• Historical firearms reproduction

Headquarters

HQ city

Greeley

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Firearms Sales: Sale of complete firearms including pistols, revolvers, long guns under Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance, and Magnum Research brands. Products include Desert Eagle, BFR revolvers, Tommy Guns, M1 Carbines, and 1911 pistols.
2. Parts & Accessories: Extensive parts catalog for all brand firearms including magazines, sights, grips, holsters, frames, slides, and small components. Also includes third-party accessories from brands like Holosun, Truglo, Crossbreed, Triple K, and Hogue.
3. Ammunition: Sale of ammunition through partner brands including PMC, Sellier & Bellot, Fiocchi, and TulAmmo.
4. Apparel & Branded Merchandise: Sale of branded apparel including hoodies, t-shirts, hats, belts, and accessories under Kahr Arms, Magnum Research, and BFR brands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Kahr Firearms Group manufactures and distributes firearms under three brand portfolios—Kahr Arms (compact pistols), Auto-Ordnance (Tommy Guns, M1 Carbines, and 1911 pistols), and Magnum Research (Desert Eagle pistols and BFR revolvers). The company sells complete firearms through authorized dealers and offers parts, magazines, sights, holsters, apparel, and range gear directly to consumers through its BigCommerce-powered e-commerce storefront.

Product overview

Kahr Firearms Group operates as an e-commerce platform distributing firearms and accessories under three primary sub-brands: Kahr Arms (compact pistols), Auto-Ordnance (historical reproductions including M1 Carbines, Tommy Guns, and 1911TC pistols), and Magnum Research (Desert Eagle pistols and BFR revolvers). The company offers a comprehensive portfolio including firearms, magazines, sights, holsters, parts, apparel, and range gear. Products are manufactured in the US with key facilities in Worcester, MA. The online store is powered by BigCommerce platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kahr Arms: Firearms brand specializing in pistols, including models in various calibers such as 9MM, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, and .380 ACP.
• Magnum Research
• Auto-Ordnance
• BFR (Big Finest Revolver)

Products and services

• Desert Eagle Pistol Iconic semi-automatic pistol designed as a magnum from the ground up, featuring gas-operated rotating bolt mechanism and stainless steel construction. Sold to consumers via authorized dealers.
• BFR Revolver (Big Finest Revolver) Most powerful production single action revolver available, all stainless steel construction with cut rifled barrel delivering accuracy with lead or jacketed bullets. Available in 12 calibers including .444 Marlin, .460 S&W, and .500 S&W Magnum.
• X9 Pistol Full-size 9MM pistol from Kahr Arms with accessory rail and modular design. Features front and rear rail inserts for customization.
• M1 Carbine Semi-automatic rifle reproduction by Auto-Ordnance, inspired by the WWII military rifle. Features wooden furniture and compatibility with M1 Carbine magazines.
• Tommy Gun (1927) Semi-automatic reproduction of the Thompson submachine gun, available in various configurations including Deluxe RG and 1927A1 models.
• 1911TC Pistol Thompson 1911A1 Custom semi-automatic pistol with premium features including combat hammer, beavertail grip safety, and extended magazine well. Manufactured by Auto-Ordnance in Worcester, MA.
• Magazines Replacement and extended magazines for all Kahr Firearms Group brands, including 1911, M1 Carbine, Tommy Guns, Desert Eagle, Baby Eagle, and Kahr pistol models.
• Sights & Optics Iron sights, night sights, fiber optic sights, laser sights, and optical red dot sights for various firearm models including TRUGLO and Holosun products.
• Holsters Leather holsters including BFR Bandolier Holster, Lightning Holster, Space Cowboy Holster, Big Thunder Torso Rig, Chest Holster, and Crossbreed hybrid holsters for Kahr X9 and BFR revolvers.
• Apparel Branded clothing including hoodies, t-shirts, leather belts, patches, stickers, and caps for Kahr Firearms Group, Kahr Arms, and Magnum Research brands.
• Range Gear Shooting range equipment including eyes and ears protection, gun maintenance supplies, and magazine loaders.
• Ammunition Ammunition sold through partner brands including PMC, Sellier & Bellot, Fiocchi, and TulAmmo via the Kahr Firearms Group e-commerce platform.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• PMC (Poongsan Metal Corporation)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmmunition brand sold through Kahr Firearms Group e-commerce platform. South Korean ammunition manufacturer.
• Sellier & BellotminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCzech ammunition manufacturer whose products are sold through the Kahr Firearms Group storefront.
• FiocchiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian ammunition manufacturer distributed through Kahr Firearms Group e-commerce platform.
• TulAmmominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRussian ammunition manufacturer whose products are sold through the Kahr Firearms Group storefront.
• BigCommercecoreTechnology or IntegrationE-commerce platform powering the Kahr Firearms Group online storefront with product catalog, shopping cart, customer accounts, and checkout functionality.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• SIG Sauer: US-based firearms and optics manufacturer with strong concealed-carry pistol share. Directly comparable in pistol categories (P365 vs. Kahr CM/PM series) and competes for the same end-consumer with similar dealer and DTC channels.
• Smith & Wesson Brands: One of the largest US firearms manufacturers with a broad handgun, rifle, and suppressor portfolio. Comparable as a US-made firearms maker competing for the same concealed-carry and sporting customer, though at materially greater scale and product breadth.
• Glock: Austrian/US manufacturer dominant in striker-fired concealed-carry pistols. Competes head-to-head with Kahr Arms' compact and subcompact polymer and metal-frame pistols for the self-defense consumer segment.
• Beretta USA: Italian firearms company with a large US commercial and defense presence, including 92-series pistols, APX, and a TX-based manufacturing facility. Overlaps with Kahr in concealed-carry and sporting pistol categories and competes for the same US dealer channels.
• Sturm, Ruger & Co. Major US firearms manufacturer with deep handgun, rifle, and revolver lines. Directly overlaps with Kahr's compact-pistol and revolver categories, and operates an extensive authorized-dealer network similar to Kahr's distribution model.

Direct peers

• Colt's Manufacturing: Historic US firearms maker with deep 1911 and AR-15 lines. The most direct parallel to Auto-Ordnance given the brand's historical military-rifle legacy, and competes for the same American-heritage firearms buyer.
• Henry Repeating Arms: US-made lever-action and semi-auto rifle maker with strong American-manufacturing brand. Comparable to Auto-Ordnance in emphasizing US production, historical-flavor designs, and a broad dealer network for hunting and collecting customers.
• Kimber Manufacturing: US manufacturer specializing in 1911 pistols and high-end revolvers. Directly comparable to Auto-Ordnance's 1911TC line and Magnum Research's revolver portfolio in price tier, manufacturing origin, and dealer positioning.
• Springfield Armory: US firearms manufacturer with strong positions in 1911 pistols, M1A rifles, and modern sporting rifles. Closely comparable to Kahr in the 1911 category (vs. Auto-Ordnance 1911TC) and the AR-platform accessories sold by Auto-Ordnance.

Regional players

• Walther Arms: German firearms brand with US distribution focused on concealed-carry pistols (PPQ, PDP). Comparable in product category to Kahr Arms' compact pistols but primarily competes in the US via imported products rather than domestic manufacture.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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