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- Strategic Analysis and Corporate History of SDS Arms (Formerly SDS Imports) – Q4 2025 November 21, 2025Overview: SDS Arms (formerly SDS Imports) has rapidly transformed from a niche logistics-focused importer into a significant, aggressive market disruptor within the United States firearms industry. The company’s core strategy, defined as “Affordable Performance” 1, is built on a sophisticated model that leverages low-cost, high-quality Turkish manufacturing 1 while increasingly integrating “engineered and designed in ...
- AR-10 U.S. Market Analysis Based on Social Media – Q4 2025 November 20, 2025This report presents a data-driven ranking of the top 20 AR-10 platforms in the U.S. civilian market for the 2024-2025 period. The analysis moves beyond subjective “best of” lists to quantify market presence and consumer sentiment using a proprietary social media intelligence model. Key Finding: The U.S. AR-10 market is defined by extreme fragmentation and a ...
- US AK Pistol 2025 Market Briefing: The Post-Brace Landscape & Unleashed Demand – Q4 2025 November 18, 2025This report analyzes the top 20 AK-style pistols in the United States market, a segment that has been completely redefined by legal and regulatory events in 2024-2025. The market is not operating under normal conditions; it is experiencing a post-regulatory boom, and all findings must be interpreted through this lens. The Catalyst: Final Vacating of ATF ...
- The Uncaged Markets: A Strategic Analysis of 20 Expired Firearm Patents and Their Economic Impact November 15, 2025This report presents a strategic analysis of 20 key patent expirations within the firearms industry and the subsequent creation of massive, multi-billion dollar market opportunities. The central finding is unambiguous: in the firearms sector, the expiration of foundational intellectual property (IP) is the single greatest catalyst for market expansion, platform standardization, and ecosystem development. The end ...
- U.S. Kalashnikov Market Analysis (2024-2025): A Quantitative Ranking of the Top 17 Most Discussed AK-Pattern Rifles – Q4 2025 November 13, 2025The contemporary U.S. AK market has fundamentally shifted from its previous identity, which was defined by cheap and plentiful surplus firearms. Today, the market has consolidated around two primary, competing poles: Premium “Authentic” Imports: This category is dominated by manufacturers such as Zastava (Serbia), WBP (Poland), and Arsenal (Bulgaria).1 These firearms are prized by consumers for ...
- Strategic Analysis of the GLOCK “V Series” Portfolio Transition and Generation 6 Outlook November 11, 2025This report provides an in-depth analysis of GLOCK, Inc.’s Q4 2025 product portfolio overhaul, specifically the discontinuation of legacy models and the introduction of the new “V Series.” The analysis concludes this is not a standard, market-driven generational launch but a large-scale, reactive liability mitigation strategy. The primary driver is the mounting legal and legislative ...
- The U.S. .22 LR Market: An Analysis of the 25 Most Popular Firearms November 8, 2025The .22 Long Rifle ( .22 LR) cartridge holds a unique and unassailable position in the American firearms market. For over a century, its combination of low cost, negligible recoil, and minimal report has made it the world’s most produced and consumed ammunition cartridge.1 It serves as the foundational caliber for the American shooting experience, ...
- The 2011-Style Pistol US Market Ascent: An Analysis of Top Models and Strategic Drivers November 7, 2025The 2011-style pistol platform is experiencing an unprecedented market renaissance, transforming from a niche, competition-centric design into the dominant force in the premium handgun sector.1 This report analyzes the market drivers, competitive landscape, and future outlook for this ascendant platform. The current market has reached a “high point” 2, with industry consensus from SHOT Show ...
- U.S. 12-Gauge Shotgun Market: An Analysis of Consumer Sentiment and Popularity Drivers November 7, 2025This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the 25 most popular 12-gauge shotguns in the United States market, determined through a composite analysis of social media sentiment, sales data, and expert reviews. The market is defined by a distinct dichotomy: legacy pump-action shotguns, specifically the Mossberg 500/590 series and the Remington 870, dominate in terms ...
- U.S. Top 20 Rifle Market Analysis 2024-2025: A Social-Sentiment & Sales Velocity Report – Q4 2025 November 6, 2025The U.S. civilian firearms market continues to normalize from its pandemic-era peak, with 2024 estimated total sales showing a modest 3.4% decrease from 2023.1 Projections for 2025 are on pace for a similar 4% drop.1 This slowdown, however, does not indicate a lack of demand; rather, it reflects a market shift from first-time acquisition to ...
- The 2025 Top 20 AR-15 Pistol Market Analysis: Ranking Market Impression & Consumer Sentiment – Q4 2025 November 5, 2025The AR-15 pistol market has transitioned from a period of regulatory ambiguity into an era of explosive, stabilized growth in 2024-2025. This expansion is a direct consequence of the definitive nationwide vacating of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) pistol brace rule (Rule 2021R-08F). The removal of this significant legal hurdle has ...
- Market and Engineering Analysis: The Glock V-Series Launch and Portfolio Pivot November 5, 2025The October 2025 announcement of the new Glock “V” series represents one of the most significant and volatile product pivots in the company’s 40-year history. This shift, however, was not a “sudden announcement” in the traditional sense of a coordinated product launch. Rather, it was a chaotic, leak-driven information cascade that forced Glock into a ...
- 2025 U.S. AR-15 Market: Influence & Sentiment Analysis of Top 20 Rifles – Q4 2025 November 3, 2025This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the top 20 AR-15 rifles in the United States market, circa 2025. The rankings are generated using a proprietary methodology combining Total Market Influence (TMI) and social media sentiment analysis to provide a holistic view of a product’s market position. The analysis moves beyond simple sales figures to ...
- U.S. Online Firearm Retailer Ranking: Q4 2025 October 30, 2025This report provides a definitive, data-driven ranking of the Top 24 online firearm retailers in the United States. The analysis indicates that the market is not a simple monolith but is instead fragmented into four primary competitive clusters: The Vertically Integrated Manufacturers: Retailers (e.g., Palmetto State Armory, Aero Precision) that manufacture their own core products, granting ...
- The .45 ACP Handgun Market in the United States: An Analysis of Enduring Classics and Modern Contenders October 23, 2025The handgun market chambered for the .45 Automatic Colt Pistol ( .45 ACP) cartridge represents one of the most unique and durable segments of the U.S. firearms industry. Characterized by a deep-seated legacy and a dedicated consumer base, this market is defined by the persistent competitive tension between the classic M1911 platform and its modern, ...
- Market Sentiment and Performance Analysis: Palmetto State Armory’s In-House Firearm Platforms October 15, 2025This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current market standing and consumer sentiment surrounding firearms manufactured by Palmetto State Armory (PSA). The central finding of this analysis is that PSA has successfully established itself as a dominant and disruptive force within the U.S. consumer firearms market. This has been achieved through a high-volume, vertically ...
- U.S. Market Analysis: The Top 25 Tactical & Precision Rifles in .338 Lapua Magnum October 3, 2025Executive Summary & Market Overview The .338 Lapua Magnum (8.6×70mm) cartridge represents not merely a caliber, but a complete weapon system philosophy that has defined the standards for long-range, anti-personnel sniping for over three decades. Conceived in the 1980s from a U.S. military requirement, the cartridge was the result of a collaborative effort between Finland’s SAKO ...
- The U.S. .380 ACP Handgun Market: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Top 20 Models September 30, 2025The market for firearms chambered in.380 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) represents one of the most resilient and specialized segments of the U.S. consumer handgun industry. Far from being rendered obsolete by the proliferation of high-capacity 9mm “micro-compact” pistols, the.380 ACP market has solidified its position by bifurcating into two distinct, highly defensible consumer segments. The ...
- Serbia’s Geopolitical Gambit: Analyzing the Arms Export Ban and its Shockwave Effect on the U.S. Market September 28, 2025Serbia’s comprehensive arms export ban, announced in June 2025, is not a singular policy decision but a complex geopolitical maneuver designed to placate its traditional ally, Russia, while attempting to manage its relationships with the West and clients in the Middle East. The official rationale of bolstering domestic military readiness is a convenient public justification ...
- The State of the Clone: A Market Performance and Engineering Analysis of Civilian MP5 Platforms in the U.S. Market September 27, 2025The Heckler & Koch MP5 platform represents a pinnacle of 20th-century small arms design. Its continued relevance in a market saturated with modern pistol-caliber carbines (PCCs) is a testament to the engineering superiority of its roller-delayed blowback operating system. Unlike common straight-blowback actions that rely on a heavy bolt and stiff recoil spring to manage ...
- Remington Re-armed: An Analysis of RemArms’ Market Position, Product Portfolio, and Public Perception in the Post-Bankruptcy Era September 26, 2025This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of Remington firearms, now produced by RemArms, LLC, following the 2020 bankruptcy and breakup of the Remington Outdoor Company. The analysis addresses persistent market confusion regarding the brand’s ownership, evaluates the current product portfolio, and quantifies global public sentiment surrounding key models. The “Remington” brand is ...
- A Social Media-Based Analysis of the Top 20 Firearm Clone Categories in the U.S. Market September 18, 2025This report identifies and ranks the top 20 firearm clone categories in the United States by analyzing the volume and nature of discussions across U.S.-centric social media platforms. A “clone category” is defined as a firearm design, typically with an expired patent, that has been replicated by numerous manufacturers other than the originator. The analysis ...
- The 2024-2025 Analysis of Top Every Day Carry Pistols September 16, 2025This report presents a comprehensive, data-driven analysis of the 50 most popular and relevant Every Day Carry (EDC) pistols in the contemporary personal defense market. The methodology employed integrates quantitative performance metrics with qualitative sentiment analysis derived from extensive social media and forum discussions, providing a holistic view of each firearm’s real-world performance and consumer ...
- U.S. Firearm Suppressor Market: A Comprehensive Sentiment and Performance Analysis for Q3 2025 September 15, 2025The United States firearm suppressor market in Q3 2025 is defined by robust growth and a unique, time-sensitive regulatory landscape. Valued between approximately $388 million and $1.1 billion globally, with the U.S. accounting for over 80% of demand, the market is projected to expand at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5-8% over the ...
- Market Analysis and Strategic Assessment of MKE Small Arms in the U.S. Civilian Market September 13, 2025This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market position, product architecture, and strategic outlook for small arms manufactured by the Turkish defense enterprise MKE (Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation) and sold in the United States. The analysis reveals that MKE’s U.S. market strategy is centered on a value-authenticity proposition, leveraging its status as a ...
- The American Glock Aftermarket: A Data-Driven Analysis of the Top 10 Consumer Upgrades September 8, 2025The Glock pistol, originally conceived as a utilitarian service weapon, has evolved into one of the most customizable firearm platforms in the American market. This transformation has fueled a robust, multi-million dollar aftermarket industry dedicated to enhancing, personalizing, and tailoring the pistol to individual user preferences.1 An analysis of social media discussions and industry reports ...
- U.S. 9mm Pistol Market Analysis: A Current Analysis of the Top 25 Models September 5, 2025Introduction The 9mm Luger (9x19mm NATO) cartridge remains the undisputed dominant force in the United States civilian handgun market. Its balanced characteristics of manageable recoil, effective terminal performance, high magazine capacity, and widespread availability have made it the default choice for personal defense, law enforcement, and recreational shooting. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the ...
- An Analysis of Prominent Firearm Failures: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 September 4, 2025This report provides a comprehensive technical and strategic analysis of the 20 most discussed firearm and accessory failures observed in public forums between Q3 2024 and Q3 2025. The modern firearms market, characterized by intense competition, accelerated product development cycles, and the pervasive influence of online communities, has created an environment where product reliability and ...
- Canik in the US Market: An Engineering and Sentiment Analysis of a Disruptive Force September 4, 2025Canik, through its U.S. partner Century Arms, has successfully disrupted the domestic handgun market by executing a strategy centered on a superior out-of-the-box value proposition. The brand consistently delivers products featuring a best-in-class factory trigger and a comprehensive accessory package at a price point that significantly undercuts established competitors.1 This approach has cultivated a large ...
- Most Discussed Firearms in US Social Media For Q1-Q3 2025 September 1, 2025This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the most discussed firearms within the United States consumer market for the first three quarters of 2025. By synthesizing social media discussion volume from key online communities, this analysis identifies the platforms, models, and market trends that are capturing the highest share of consumer voice. The findings indicate ...
- The Digital Armory: A Consumer’s Guide to the Top 50 U.S. Online Firearms Retailers August 14, 2025The market for firearms, ammunition, and accessories has undergone a profound transformation, shifting from the local gun store counter to the vast, complex digital marketplace. This evolution has empowered consumers with unprecedented choice and access to competitive pricing. However, it has also created a bewildering landscape of hundreds of online vendors, each vying for attention. ...
- A Post-Mortem of Pioneer Arms USA (Pioneer Arms Poland Seems to Still be in Business August 8, 2025This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the Polish firearms manufacturer Pioneer Arms Corp. (PAC) and its presence in the United States civilian market. The findings are based on a thorough review of corporate history, product specifications, market data, and extensive consumer sentiment analysis. The current operational status of the company is bifurcated. As of September ...
- A Post-Mortem Analysis of SCCY Industries August 6, 2025The sudden and complete collapse of SCCY Industries, a company that as recently as 2022 ranked in the top 10 of U.S. pistol manufacturers by volume, serves as a critical case study for the modern firearms industry.1 For years, the Daytona Beach, Florida-based gun maker carved out a significant market share by producing compact, concealable ...
- Foreign Military Surplus 7.62x39mm Ammunition in the U.S. Market: A 30-Year Analysis of Performance, Sentiment, and Availability July 29, 2025The American civilian market for 7.62x39mm ammunition has been defined by a deep reliance on foreign military surplus and foreign commercial production for the past three decades. This report provides an exhaustive analysis of this market, segmenting its history into three distinct periods dictated by U.S. geopolitical and trade policy: The “Chinese Era” (pre-1994), The ...
- Custom AK Builders in the US: A Five-Year Social Media Sentiment Analysis July 29, 2025Revised July 29, 2025 8:00pm US Eastern The purpose of this report is to provide objective information on a curated list of AK builders created with input from members of theakforum.net. A reader should treat this as background information to help form an opinion about whether to use a vendor but it should not be treated ...
- Palmetto State Armory’s AK Redemption Arc: An Engineering and Market Analysis July 24, 2025The American-made AK-pattern rifle has long been an elusive prize for domestic firearms manufacturers. For decades, the U.S. civilian market has been dominated by imported rifles from former combloc nations, whose state-owned arsenals perfected the art of mass-producing the Kalashnikov. These factories, steeped in a specific manufacturing tradition, produced rifles known for their legendary reliability, ...
- The PSA Playbook: An Analysis of Palmetto State Armory’s Disruption of the U.S. Firearms Market July 24, 2025In the landscape of the American firearms industry, few companies have ascended with the velocity and disruptive impact of Palmetto State Armory (PSA). Since its inception in 2008, PSA has evolved from a humble e-commerce venture operating out of a garage into one of the largest and most influential firearms manufacturers and retailers in the ...
- A Post-Mortem Analysis of Kalashnikov USA: From Market Leader to Bankruptcy July 24, 2025On May 6, 2024, RWC Group, LLC, the parent company doing business as Kalashnikov USA (KUSA), filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the Southern District of Florida.1 This event marked the beginning of the end for a company once poised to dominate the U.S. market for domestically produced AK-pattern firearms. However, the attempt at ...
- The Top 10 Features US AK Buyers Look For July 23, 2025The modern American AK buyer is not a passive or uninformed consumer. They are active participants in a rich and dynamic media ecosystem that they leverage to conduct extensive pre-purchase research. This consumer is characterized by a high level of knowledge and a healthy skepticism toward marketing claims, preferring to trust community-vetted sources and data-driven ...
- The Kalashnikov Premium: An Analysis of the AR-15 & AK-47 Civilian Market Price Inversion July 20, 2025The United States civilian firearms market has witnessed a fundamental and counterintuitive inversion in the pricing structure of its two most popular modern sporting rifles: the AR-15 and the AK-47. For decades, the AR-15 was positioned as the premium, higher-cost platform, while the AK-47 was its affordable, utilitarian counterpart. Today, the opposite is true; a ...
- Performance Ranking the Top 50 Vendors in the AK-47 US Market July 17, 2025To aid buyers in understanding the greater AK/AK-47 firearm and accessory market, in the US this post is a companion to another post that looks at AK firearm brands in the US and social media standing. This post focuses on report performance of firearms and accessories and selection is based on the volume of mentions ...
- Cutting Through The Fluff – The US Civilian AK Market: A 5-Year Analysis of Consumer Sentiment and Brand Performance (2020-2025) July 16, 2025Ever get tired of trying to figure out what AK vendors might be worth buying a rifle from in the US? Well, I did but the thing is that I have the tools and experience to do something about it – namely a formal customer sentiment analysis. What I did was to have my analytics ...