Ruger Acquires Anderson Manufacturing

On July 1, Ruger announced it has purchased the assets of Anderson Manufacturing, a major manufacturer of firearms and accessories based in Hebron, KY. This acquisition includes Anderson’s manufacturing facility and machinery, and will provide Ruger with a skilled and experienced workforce, strengthening its production capabilities and expanding its product offerings.

“This acquisition is an incredible opportunity to advance our long-term strategy and expand Ruger’s capacity,” Todd Seyfert, president and CEO of Ruger said in a press release announcing the purchase. “We’re excited to welcome members from the talented team at Anderson Manufacturing and leverage their knowledge and infrastructure to better serve our customers. This move reinforces Ruger’s position as a leader in the industry, and reiterates my focus on continued growth, even as others scale back.”

Two of the Biggest

The move is big, a fact confirmed by a recent analysis by Orchid—a firm that specializes in providing services to FFLs. Using the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ latest firearm manufacturing report—covering 2023—it placed Anderson Manufacturing at number seven in the total number of firearms manufactured ranking. Ruger was number one.

Total number of firearms produced by Anderson in 2023 came in at 337,658. Ruger’s volume was 1,305,615. By comparison, the number two manufacturer, SIG Sauer, made 1,020,755 guns.

Ruger stated in the press release it will not continue the Anderson Manufacturing brand or its firearm products. Instead, the company will integrate the facility’s capabilities into its broader operations, with a focus on launching new products, expanding Ruger’s popular product lines and growing its established accessories business.

Customers, distributors, and partners can continue to expect the high standards of quality, reliability and service that define the Ruger brand. This acquisition underscores the company’s commitment to American manufacturing and its mission to deliver innovative, reliable products to the firearms community.