What KNS Precision does

KNS Precision is a privately-held, Fredericksburg, Texas-based manufacturer of precision CNC-machined firearms components and accessories, founded in 1999 by Brooks Scheuer and Fred Kager. The company specializes in addressing platform-specific firearms performance problems, with its core competency being adjustable gas regulation systems (the DISCARDER line for FN SCAR, Steyr AUG, and POF platforms, and adjustable gas pistons for AK, VZ58, and Galil ACE platforms) and non-rotating trigger/hammer pin sets for AR-15/M16 receivers. The product portfolio spans more than 154 SKUs across at least eight firearm platforms, supported by three granted US patents (10,330,480; 12,259,208; 11,125,525 B2) and 25+ years of accumulated engineering expertise in firearms gas dynamics.

KNS Precision manufactures in-house at the Swissomation machine shop owned by co-owner Chris Welch, a master machinist, providing vertically integrated CNC production. Products are sold primarily through direct-to-consumer e-commerce via the company's WooCommerce storefront (with 18+ age verification), supplemented by a walk-in retail showroom at the Fredericksburg facility and OEM/wholesale distribution to firearms manufacturers and retailers. Pricing is unit-based, with no subscription model, ranging from $4.50 accessories to $485 premium spade grips. The company is co-owned by Chris Welch and Gordon Gipson (equal partners since June 2008) and has operated without external institutional investment.

The customer base is primarily individual firearms enthusiasts and sport shooters seeking reliability and recoil improvements for suppressed and unsuppressed use, with a secondary segment of OEM firearms manufacturers sourcing precision small parts. Marketing relies on organic social media (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram), industry publications (notably NRA's American Rifleman), customer reviews, and detailed technical documentation. Distribution is concentrated in the United States, with OEM channels extending globally.

Name

KNS Precision

Legal name

KNS Precision Inc.

Website

https://knsprecisioninc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KNS Precision is a privately-held, Texas-based manufacturer of precision CNC-machined firearms accessories, specializing in patented adjustable gas regulation systems and non-rotating trigger/hammer pins for AK, AR-15, FN SCAR, Steyr AUG, and other major rifle platforms, serving individual sport shooters and OEM firearms manufacturers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Firearms Accessories & Parts

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

• Precision firearms accessories
• CNC machined parts
• Adjustable gas pistons
• Non-rotating trigger pins
• Firearms gas regulation

Headquarters

HQ city

Fredericksburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct E-commerce Sales: KNS Precision sells firearms accessories directly to end consumers through their e-commerce website knsprecisioninc.com. Products include precision-machined parts, gas regulation systems, sights, pins, adapters, and bipod accessories priced from $4.50 to $500+.
2. OEM/Wholesale Parts: KNS Precision produces precision small parts for OEM customers including manufacturers and retailers in the firearms industry.
3. Retail Showroom Sales: The company operates a retail showroom at their facility for walk-in customers to purchase products directly.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

KNS Precision designs, CNC-machines and sells precision firearms accessories and replacement parts, with patented flagship lines covering adjustable gas regulation systems (DISCARDER™ for FN SCAR/Steyr AUG/POF, AK Adjustable Gas Piston, Czech Valve for CZ Bren 2, VZ58 Gas Piston), non-rotating trigger/hammer pins for AR platforms, charging handles, push-button pivot pins, iron sights, and SnapFoot™ quick-change bipod kits. The company sells direct-to-consumers through its own e-commerce site and Texas retail showroom, and also produces precision small parts on an OEM basis for firearms manufacturers and gunsmiths.

Product overview

KNS Precision is a precision CNC machining company specializing in firearms accessories and parts. The product portfolio centers on gas regulation systems (DISCARDER™ products, adjustable gas pistons for AK/VZ58 platforms, Czech Valve for CZ Bren 2), non-rotating trigger/hammer pins for AR-15/M16 platforms, and enhanced charging handles for various rifle platforms. The company also produces push-button pivot/takedown pins, SnapFoot™ bipod accessories, thread adapters (primarily for Steyr AUG), precision iron sights, and various small parts. Product lines are organized by firearm platform (AK, AR-15/AR-10, Galil ACE, CZ USA, FN SCAR, Steyr) and by function (gas regulation, sights, pins, adapters, tools). The company also sells Galil ACE Super Combo bundles combining multiple upgrade components, and branded apparel merchandise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SnapFoot: Quick change modular bipod kit system that allows quick exchange of bipod feet without tools

Products and services

• DISCARDER™ for the FN SCAR™ Adjustable gas regulator system for FN SCAR rifles that reduces bolt carrier speed, recoil, and muzzle rise while extending weapon lifespan. Features tool-less installation and adjustment, 13 unique positions, and works across all known SCAR models and barrel lengths.
• DISCARDER™ for the Steyr™ AUG Adjustable gas regulator designed for Steyr AUG rifles with 26 unique positions. Adapts to M13x1LH barrel threads for compatibility with standard muzzle devices and suppressors.
• DISCARDER™ for POF Piston Guns Adjustable gas regulator system for POF piston-driven firearms enabling use of wider ammunition variety, reduced cyclic rate, and tool-less adjustment without permanent modification.
• AK Adjustable Gas Piston Patented replacement gas piston for AK-platform rifles featuring a tool-free adjustment collar. Addresses over-gassing in AK variants by reducing recoil and enabling suppressed-use tuning.
• KNS Adjustable Gas Piston for the VZ58 Adjustable gas piston system designed specifically for VZ58 rifles to tune ammunition variety and reduce excess gas when suppressed.
• KNS Czech Valve Gas regulation valve for CZ Bren 2 rifles with over 42 total adjustment settings across 3 restrictor ports, addressing over-gassing issues when using suppressors.
• KNS Reduced-Power AK Recoil Spring Reduced-power recoil spring that complements the AK Adjustable Gas Piston for additional energy control. Compatible with AKM and Galil-pattern firearms for improved cycling with low-energy ammunition.
• Gen 2 Mod 2 Non-Rotating Trigger/Hammer Pin Set Generation 2 Mod 2 anti-walk trigger and hammer pins for AR-15/M16 platforms with stainless steel construction and black nitride sideplates, rated for full-auto suppressed fire in 9mm, .223 and 7.62mm calibers and backed by the KNS Precision Lifetime Replacement Warranty.
• Low Profile Non-Rotating Trigger/Hammer Pin Set Low-profile non-rotating trigger/hammer pin set that sits flat against AR-15 receivers. Includes a notched sideplate option for POF Generation 3 & 4 receivers. Prevents pin walk and receiver wear.
• KNS Precision Turned Lower Parts Kit Complete turned lower parts kit for AR-15 platforms including bolt catch detent, buffer detent, pivot/takedown detents, standard pins, and safety detent, all with black nitride finish.
• PERMA Pin Firing Pin Retaining Pin Permanent firing pin retaining pin that replaces the standard cotter pin in bolt carriers. Fits mil-spec bolt carriers and prevents firing pin loss during operation.
• SnapFoot™ Quick Change Modular Bipod Kit Quick-change bipod feet system compatible with Harris, Magpul and Atlas bipods. Allows tool-less foot exchange for different shooting surfaces.
• KNS Push Button Pivot & Takedown Pins Push-button pivot and takedown pins for AR-15/M16, HK-style, SIG 556, CZ Bren 805, KelTec KSG and other rifle platforms, with enhanced designs and easy push-button operation.
• KNS Enhanced Galil ACE Modular Charging Handle Enhanced charging handle for Galil ACE Gen 1 and Gen 2 rifles and pistols with knurled or waffle-pattern head designs, black nitride-treated steel body and anodized aluminum head.
• CZ Bren 805 Enhanced Charging Handle Enhanced charging handle for CZ 805 Bren rifles, available in knurled, waffle-pattern and bent styles with various finish options.
• Thread Adapter for Steyr AUG Thread adapter adapting Steyr AUG M13x1.0 LH barrel threads to 1/2x28 RH or 5/8x24 RH for compatibility with standard muzzle devices and suppressors. Black nitride finish.
• Galil ACE Super Combo (GEN 1) Complete upgrade bundle for Gen 1 Galil ACE 7.62x39 or 5.45x39 rifles/pistols including AK Adjustable Gas Piston, Plastic Delete Kit and .052 ball Galil ACE iron sight.
• Galil ACE Super Combo (GEN 2) Complete upgrade bundle for Gen 2 Galil ACE 7.62x39 or 5.45x39 rifles/pistols including AK Adjustable Gas Piston and Plastic Delete Kit with Gen 2-specific safety block.
• KNS Precision Iron Sights (full line) Complete line of precision iron sights for AK, AR-15/AR-10, Galil ACE, VZ58, M249 and other platforms, including ball front sights, standard posts, adjustable rear peep sights and crosshair hooded sights in various diameters (.034, .052, .072).
• OEM Precision Small Parts Manufacturing OEM supply of precision-machined small parts to firearms manufacturers, retailers and gunsmiths. Production uses in-house Swiss/CNC machining expertise for tight-tolerance firearms components.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces brass ejection distance - customers report changing brass ejection from 1 O'clock to 3 O'clock position with adjustment
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Rise Armament: Manufacturer of premium AR triggers, ambi safeties, and small parts. Comparable niche competitor to KNS in AR-platform precision components with a focus on quality machined parts.
• Luth-AR: AR-15/M16 component manufacturer producing complete uppers, lowers, and small parts. Comparable to KNS in platform-specific precision components sold direct to consumers and gunsmiths.
• Strike Industries: Designs and sells AR-15, AK, and pistol accessories including grips, small parts, and optics mounts. Comparable to KNS as a precision accessories manufacturer targeting enthusiast shooters via DTC channels.
• Yankee Hill Machine (YHM): Producer of suppressors, muzzle devices, mounts, and AR-15 accessories with in-house CNC machining. Comparable in product mix (suppressor-related accessories, small precision parts) and US-based manufacturing approach.
• SLR Rifleworks: AR-15 accessory maker producing handguards, muzzle devices, and small parts with in-house CNC machining. Comparable in product scope and direct-to-consumer positioning to firearms enthusiasts.
• Hiperfire: Maker of premium AR triggers and trigger components. Comparable niche precision-parts manufacturer with patented drop-in trigger designs sold direct to consumers.
• Midwest Industries: Manufacturer of firearms accessories including handguards, optics mounts, bipods, and small parts across AR/AK platforms. Comparable to KNS's combination of CNC-machined accessories and direct e-commerce sales to enthusiasts.
• Phase 5 Tactical: AR-15 and pistol accessories manufacturer specializing in billet receivers, small parts, and proprietary designs. Comparable small-scale US manufacturer of platform-specific precision components.
• Geissele Automatics: Premium AR-15/M16 parts maker known for triggers, pins, charging handles, and small components with lifetime warranties. Closely comparable to KNS on product category, premium positioning, and direct-to-consumer sales model.

Broad incumbents

• Magpul Industries: One of the largest firearms accessories manufacturers, selling magazines, grips, stocks, sights, and small parts across AR-15, AK, and other platforms. Highly comparable to KNS's platform-based small-parts business but with a much broader catalog and global distribution.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@knsprecisioninc.1751
• Facebookfacebook.com/knsprecision
• Instagraminstagram.com/knsprecisioninc/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kns-precision-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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