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Partnerships

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Shell Shock Technologies and CBC Global Ammunition announced a strategic collaboration to industrialize and commercialize Shell Shock's proprietary NAS3™ hybrid case technology across multiple military and commercial calibers. CBC will serve as a licensed manufacturing partner, supporting industrial-scale production and global market development, with formal signing planned at Eurosatory in Paris on June 15th.

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Live Free Armory announced a partnership with Walk the Talk America (WTTA), a nonprofit focused on reducing suicide and promoting mental health awareness within firearm-owning communities. Live Free Armory will include WTTA mental health resource cards in product packaging to connect firearm owners with free mental health support resources.

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Thursday, April 23, 2026

MidwayUSA announced a partnership with SCI TV Networks, becoming the official retail partner for Safari Club International's new global hunting television platform. MidwayUSA customers receive an exclusive subscription discount with code MIDW26 on the streaming service featuring live hunting channels, video-on-demand content, and an outfitters marketplace.

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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Colt's Manufacturing Company has joined the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) as a Gold-level corporate partner to support legal initiatives safeguarding constitutional rights. SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut praised Colt's commitment to ensuring Second Amendment freedoms through courtroom battles across the country.

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Tuesday, March 31, 2026

CZ announced a partnership with Ace Virtual Shooting (AceVR) to introduce a virtual reality controller modeled after the CZ Shadow 2 pistol. The innovative controller replicates the feel and handling of the competition pistol for immersive digital training. CZ and AceVR will showcase the new controller at the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits.

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

Zanders, a national distributor based in Sparta, Illinois, has added SHIELD Sights' innovative micro red dot optics to its product lineup. The partnership expands dealer access to SHIELD Sights' rugged, compact optics designed for concealed carry pistols, duty firearms, and competition platforms.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Field Ethos has renewed its Platinum-level corporate partnership with the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). CEO Jason Vincent praised SAF's focused mission, while SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut highlighted Field Ethos's commitment to supporting the organization's legal and educational initiatives.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

FirstSpear has entered a ten-year exclusive licensing agreement with Recon K9 LLC, assuming responsibility for sales, marketing, manufacturing, and distribution of Recon K9's tactical gear for military and law enforcement working dogs. Recon K9 founder Jason Watson will join FirstSpear to continue driving the brand's vision and product development.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Zanders, a national distributor based in Sparta, Illinois, has added the iconic Zippo product line to its portfolio. The partnership brings Zippo's windproof lighters, utility lighters, and outdoor fire-starting accessories to dealers, with commentary from Dan Sielger, President and COO at Zanders, and Garrett Newhouse, Channel Business Manager – Outdoor at Zippo.

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Viridian Weapon Technologies, a Minneapolis-based manufacturer of laser sights and tactical optics, has partnered with Kinsey's distributor network to expand dealer access across the U.S. market. The partnership makes Viridian's green laser sights, green dot optics, and weapon-mounted lighting solutions available through Kinsey's ordering platform, with Viridian exhibiting at the Kinsey's Dealer Show beginning February 19.

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Silent Steel USA announced a strategic partnership with Maschmedt & Associates, a sales agency with over 50 years of outdoor industry experience. The agreement expands Silent Steel USA's representation across 23 western states, strengthening dealer relationships and market presence for innovative suppressor technology.

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

CCW Safe and Gun Talk Media launched a new video series featuring eight media professionals in real-life self-defense scenarios at Gun Talk's Range Ready training facility. The series, with the third episode debuting February 17, highlights the importance of legal protection for concealed carriers and is available on CCW Safe's YouTube channel.

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