Best of the West

Name

Best of the West

Legal name

Best of the West Arms

Website

https://www.thebestofthewest.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Rifle Manufacturing

NAICS

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

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Firearms & Ammunition Retail (CRAMAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ammunition Manufacturing (Small-, Medium- & Large-Caliber) (IMABAHAG)

Keywords

• Custom precision rifles
• Long-range hunting firearms
• Rifle manufacturing
• Custom gun building
• Hunting ammunition

Headquarters

HQ city

Cody

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Rifle Sales: One-time purchase revenue from bespoke, hand-made custom precision rifles built to individual customer specifications. Each rifle is 1-of-1, field tested and guaranteed.
2. Ready-to-Ship Rifle Inventory: Pre-built rifle systems sold from current inventory. Designed to be lightweight without sacrificing accuracy. Immediate purchase and shipping available.
3. Accessories and Merchandise: Sales of rifle accessories, hats, shirts, and related gear through their e-commerce platform.
4. Ammunition Sales: Sale of signature ammunition and Hornady ammunition through their shop.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Best of the West Arms designs, manufactures, and sells custom precision rifles for long-range hunting. The company offers hand-made 1-of-1 custom rifles built to customer specifications, ready-to-ship rifle inventory, and the Thorofare rifle system featuring PROOF PXT barrel technology. Supporting offerings include Signature Ammo, Hornady Ammo, rifle accessories, branded apparel, accurizing services, Accuracy Academy training, and Prep To Hunt preparation services.

Product overview

Best of the West Arms is a custom precision rifle manufacturer offering a portfolio of products centered on long-range hunting rifles. The core offerings include the Thorofare rifle (lightweight backcountry model), Ready to Ship Rifles (pre-configured current inventory), and Custom Rifles (hand-made 1-of-1 builds). The company supports its rifle products with Signature Ammo (proprietary ammunition), Hornady Ammo (partner brand), and Accessories. Additional services include an Accurizing Program, Accuracy Academy training, and Prep To Hunt preparation services. Apparel items (hats and shirts) round out the product line. The company supports 17 different rifle calibers ranging from 22 Creedmoor to 338 Lapua.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Thorofare: Lightweight rifle system designed for serious backcountry hunters, featuring 7 PRC or 7 Backcountry chambering with PROOF PXT barrel technology for exceptional accuracy and long-range performance.
• Signature Ammo

Products and services

• Custom Rifles (BOTW Custom Shop) Hand-made 1-of-1 custom precision rifles built by Best of the West Arms' Custom Shop to individual customer specifications. Each rifle is field tested and accuracy guaranteed. Targeted at long-range hunters, precision shooters, and firearms collectors who want a bespoke firearm with exclusive specifications.
• Ready To Ship Rifles Pre-configured rifle systems from current inventory designed to be as lightweight as possible without sacrificing accuracy. Available for immediate online purchase and shipment. Targeted at hunters and shooters who want a Best of the West Arms precision rifle without waiting for a custom build.
• Thorofare Rifle System A lightweight precision rifle system designed for serious backcountry hunters. Available in 7 PRC or 7 Backcountry calibers with PROOF PXT barrel technology for exceptional accuracy, extended barrel life, and long-range performance.
• Signature Ammo Best of the West Arms' proprietary ammunition line, designed for optimal performance in their precision rifles. Sold through the company's e-commerce shop.
• Hornady Ammo Hornady-branded hunting ammunition resold through Best of the West Arms' online shop. Complementary to the company's rifle offerings.
• Rifle Accessories Rifle accessories and components sold through the Best of the West Arms online shop to complement their rifle systems.
• Branded Apparel (Hats and Shirts) Branded Best of the West Arms hats and shirts sold as merchandise in the online shop.
• Accurizing Program A service program that improves and optimizes rifle accuracy through professional accurizing techniques performed by Best of the West Arms' craftsmen. Targeted at customers who want their existing rifles tuned for maximum precision performance.
• Accuracy Academy Training and educational services focused on long-range precision shooting and hunting skills. Targeted at customers who want to develop or improve their long-range shooting capabilities.
• Prep To Hunt Preparation and training services that prepare customers for hunting expeditions. Targeted at hunters who want professional preparation for backcountry and long-range hunts.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• HornadyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHornady ammunition sold through Best of the West Arms' online shop as an authorized reseller. Dedicated Hornady Ammo category available in their e-commerce store alongside their own Signature Ammo line.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Gunwerks: Long-range hunting rifle system specialist offering custom and semi-custom precision rifles, long-range ammunition, and accessories — directly competing with Best of the West in the same niche customer segment.
• Proof Research: Manufacturer of precision carbon-fiber-wrapped barrels and complete long-range hunting rifles; supplier of the PROOF PXT barrel technology used by Best of the West and a direct competitor in the precision rifle category.
• Christensen Arms: Custom and production precision rifle maker known for carbon-fiber barrel technology and lightweight hunting/tactical rifles; competes directly with Best of the West in the lightweight long-range hunting segment.
• McMillan Firearms: Custom tactical and hunting rifle builder with a strong reputation in long-range precision builds; comparable custom-shop capability and customer overlap with Best of the West.
• GA Precision: Boutique custom rifle builder specializing in precision long-range rifles with extensive caliber options and bespoke builds — closely comparable custom-shop offering and customer profile.
• Defiance Machine: Manufacturer of precision rifle actions and complete custom rifles favored by hunters and precision shooters; operates in the same custom precision rifle ecosystem with overlapping customer base.
• Surgeon Rifles: High-end custom precision rifle builder producing long-range hunting and tactical rifles; comparable in craftsmanship positioning, price point, and target customer to Best of the West's custom shop.
• Stiller's Precision Firearms: Manufacturer of precision rifle actions and custom hunting rifles; competes for the same long-range hunting customer and shares the boutique custom-build positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Accuracy International: Established precision rifle manufacturer serving military, law enforcement, and civilian long-range hunting markets with broader portfolio and brand reach than Best of the West.
• Barrett Firearms: Well-known manufacturer of long-range and anti-materiel rifles; broader product portfolio and global brand recognition that overlap with Best of the West in the long-range precision category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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