What Blac-Rac does

Blac-Rac Manufacturing, Inc. is a privately held Boise, Idaho-based manufacturer founded in the mid-2000s (with first commercial sales at the 2008 SWAT Show in Orlando) that designs and builds patented weapons retention systems for law enforcement, military, and civilian markets. The company's core product line consists of four mechanical and electronic gun rack models — the Model 1082 for AR-15/M4 platforms, the Model 1070 for multi-weapon use, the Model 4130 for pump-action shotguns, and the Model 1088 for less-lethal launchers — all built around a dual opposing side plate architecture that locks the lower receiver while shielding take-down pins, magazine release, and trigger from unauthorized access. The 1082 and 1088 are offered with optional electronic release featuring proprietary Cold-Wire® Technology, which prevents the lock from being opened if the power wires are cut and an external power source is applied, and a microprocessor-controlled 8-second delay timer. Accessories such as the AR Retention Post (patent pending, 304 stainless steel), Alta Trigger Guard, Charger Stop, and a family of mounting systems (T-Channel, Tube Mount, Stud Mount, Jeep JK Bracket) round out the catalog.

Blac-Rac operates a pure hardware sales model with one-time purchases ranging from roughly $20 (Alta Trigger Guard) to $559 (top-of-line 1082), with no recurring fees; electronic-release versions are restricted to law enforcement/military while civilian buyers receive mechanical key-lock variants. Go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven: direct e-commerce through blacrac.com, phone-based enterprise sales (1-800-528-8040), and annual trade show presence at the SWAT Show in Orlando and Las Vegas gun shows, supplemented by content marketing (website, YouTube installation videos) and organic social (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). A verified-credential discount program serves active duty, veteran, retired military, first responders, and law enforcement personnel. The customer base spans three verticals — Law Enforcement (primary; "hundreds of agencies across the U.S."), Military, and Civilian/Consumer (outdoorsmen and recreational shooters) — with operating geographies described as North America and abroad.

The company is founder-led, with Kevin Pintar serving as Founder (and President per third-party data) after leaving a 15-year operations executive role at ECCO Group in 2008, and Ed Zimmer (former ECCO Group CEO) participating as an investor/advisor following a recapitalization around 2010 that moved operations from Pintar's garage to a Meridian, Idaho manufacturing facility. Headcount is reported at 1-10 employees, and only one funding event is on record — a $350,035 round dated 2015-06-19 with undisclosed investors. The firm remains independent with no parent company, no private equity backing, and no disclosed revenue.

Name

Blac-Rac

Legal name

Blac-Rac Manufacturing, Inc.

Website

https://blacrac.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Blac-Rac Manufacturing is a privately held Boise, Idaho firm that designs and builds patented weapon retention racks (Models 1082, 1070, 4130, 1088) using dual opposing side plate and Cold-Wire® electronic locking technology for law enforcement, military, and civilian firearm security in vehicles and installations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Weapon Retention Systems / Firearm Security Hardware

NAICS

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

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Firearm Storage & Safety Retail (Safes, Cases, Locks) (CRAMAKAI)

Keywords

• Weapon retention systems
• Firearm security hardware
• Tactical gun racks
• Law enforcement equipment
• Military firearms storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Boise

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, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: One-time sale of firearm retention systems (gun racks), mounting accessories, and security accessories. Products sold directly to law enforcement agencies, military, and civilian consumers through e-commerce and direct sales channels.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Blac-Rac designs and manufactures patented weapon retention systems (gun racks) for law enforcement, military, and civilian applications. The product line consists of four core rack models (1082 for AR-15/M4 rifles, 1070 multi-weapon, 4130 pump-action shotgun, 1088 less-lethal launcher) complemented by mounting accessories and security add-ons. Products are built in America from 304 stainless steel and powder-coated materials, available with electronic (law enforcement only) or mechanical locking configurations.

Product overview

Blac-Rac is a physical product company specializing in weapon retention systems for law enforcement, military, and civilian use. The product portfolio consists of four core gun rack models (1082, 1070, 4130, 1088) designed for different firearm types including AR-15/M4 rifles, pump-action shotguns, and less-lethal launchers. These are complemented by mounting accessories (T-Channel, Tube Mount, Stud Mount, Jeep JK Bracket) for various installation environments. Security-enhancing add-ons include the AR Retention Post, Alta Trigger Guard, and Charger Stop. The 1082 and 1088 offer optional electronic release with proprietary Cold-Wire Technology. Products are manufactured in the USA from corrosion-resistant materials (304 stainless steel, powder-coated steel, aluminum) and are designed for vehicles (patrol cars, UTVs, motorcycles, armored vehicles, boats, aircraft), buildings, and armories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Blac-Rac 1082 Gun Rack Primary AR-15/M4 rifle gun rack with electronic or mechanical lock options. Features dual opposing side plates that lock the weapon while protecting take-down pins, magazine release, and trigger. Cold-Wire Technology prevents opening if power wires are cut. Built-in 8-second delay timer on electronic models. Secures weapons with up to 30-round magazines without modification. Designed for law enforcement patrol/tactical vehicles and military installations.
• Blac-Rac 1070 Gun Rack Multi-weapon mechanical gun rack accommodating AR-15/M4 and other pistol grip weapons, with included stock adapter for conventional rifles and shotguns. Available with integrated lock or 3/8 padlock loop option. Designed for law enforcement, military, and civilian buyers needing flexible multi-firearm retention.
• Blac-Rac 4130 Shotgun Security Kit Pump-action shotgun gun rack designed for Remington 870, Mossberg 500/590, and Winchester 1200/1300. Mechanical lock with two proprietary keys. Retains weapon even in unlocked state for quick removal. Intended for law enforcement and civilian use.
• Blac-Rac 1088 Less-Lethal Launcher Rack Single-shot break-front less-lethal launcher rack for 37mm and 40mm launchers (LMT, DefTech). Available with or without electronic release. Compatible with vehicle and fixed-location installations. Designed for law enforcement less-lethal deployment.
• AR Retention Post Security upgrade for the 1082 gun rack, machined from 304 stainless steel. Patent pending. Increases security and reduces accidental discharge by transferring pulling/yanking forces to the weapon's lower receiver. Sold as a separately purchasable field-upgradable accessory.
• Alta Trigger Guard with Pin Metal, non-folding, non-drop-down trigger guard machined from aircraft-grade aluminum with hard-anodized finish. Provides maximum security for AR-type weapons when used with Blac-Rac retention systems (especially 1082 units not equipped with the AR Retention Post). Sold as a separate accessory.
• Charger Stop for 1070 or 1082 Steel security accessory with flat black powder coating that prevents charging of AR/M4 weapons while secured in a Blac-Rac 1070 or 1082 rack. Easy bolt-on installation. Sold as a separate accessory.
• T-Channel Mounting System Aluminum rail mounting system available in 10-inch and 18-inch lengths. Attaches to flat surfaces vertically or horizontally for vertical adjustment and 360-degree rack rotation. Sold as a separate mounting accessory.
• Tube Mount Aluminum tube mount for securing Blac-Rac racks to round tubing, roll bars, grab handles on UTVs, ATVs, Jeeps, motorcycles, boats, or aircraft. Multiple sizes available from 3/4 inch to 3 inch diameter. Sold as a separate mounting accessory.
• Stud Mount Steel wall mount that screws directly into wall studs. Rotates the Blac-Rac 90 degrees placing weapon closer to wall. Includes three 2.5-inch wood screws. Sold as a separate mounting accessory.
• Jeep Bracket (for JK Series) Custom-designed bracket for Jeep JK models (2008-2018) rear overhead bar. No drilling or tapping required. Not compatible with factory-installed speaker box. Sold as a separate mounting accessory for the civilian/outdoor consumer market.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8-second electronic unlocking cycle for controlled access
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 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

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Pelican Products: Pelican is a leading ruggedized cases and protective storage manufacturer serving military, law enforcement, and consumer markets. Overlapping ruggedized storage, corrosion resistance, and vehicle/field use cases.
• GunVault: GunVault is a leading brand of biometric and quick-access firearm safes sold widely through sporting goods and big-box retail. Broader product portfolio across home and vehicle, but competes with Blac-Rac's civilian segment.
• Liberty Safe: Liberty Safe is the largest U.S. gun safe manufacturer for residential use. While focused on home safes, Liberty competes for the same firearms-owning consumer wallet share as Blac-Rac's outdoorsman line.
• Cannon Safe (Lockdown): Cannon Safe's Lockdown brand offers vault accessories, dehumidifiers, and security products for firearms owners. Adjacent firearm security product line serving the same civilian/LE buyer.

Direct peers

• Havis: Havis designs public safety and fleet vehicle mounting systems for laptops, radios, and weapons. Both companies serve overlapping LE/military fleet customers and compete for vehicle upfitter specification.
• TruckVault: TruckVault manufactures secure vehicle storage systems for law enforcement, military, and outdoor enthusiasts. Its product mix overlaps directly with Blac-Rac's vehicle-mounted weapon retention use cases.
• Setina Manufacturing: Setina builds police vehicle equipment and weapon mounting solutions for U.S. law enforcement agencies. Like Blac-Rac, Setina specializes in-vehicle retention and storage hardware sold into the same LE procurement channels.
• SnapSafe: SnapSafe makes modular gun safes and vehicle storage solutions marketed to both civilian owners and law enforcement. Overlapping firearm security/retention product category and consumer retail channel.
• Bulldog Cases: Bulldog Cases produces gun cases and soft storage solutions for firearms transported in vehicles and field environments. Comparable firearm storage SKUs and outdoor/consumer retail positioning.

Emerging players

• Vaultek: Vaultek produces smart, Bluetooth-connected firearm storage devices targeting the tech-savvy consumer. Its biometric/electronic locking directly parallels Blac-Rac's Cold-Wire® electronic differentiation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCTHRKy7FF2MQtne9lnOksxg/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/blacracmanufacturing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/blac-rac-manufacturing-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/blac.rac
• Xx.com/blacrac

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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