Sturm, Ruger & Co. Firearms

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., better known by the shortened name Ruger, is a premier American firearm manufacturing company. Founded in 1949 by Alexander McCormick Sturm and William B. Ruger, the brand began its journey in a small rented machine shop in Southport, Connecticut. It has since grown into one of the largest and most respected firearm manufacturers in the world, renowned for producing a wide range of rugged and reliable rifles, shotguns, and pistols.

Manufacturing remains deeply rooted in the United States, with major production facilities located in Newport, New Hampshire; Prescott, Arizona; and Mayodan, North Carolina. The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange, making it its own ultimate owner without being a subsidiary of a larger conglomerate. This independent status allows Ruger to maintain its core brand identity as an American-made powerhouse in the sporting and defensive arms markets.

Throughout its history, Ruger has been a leader in investment casting, a process used to create high-quality metal parts, which is managed through its Ruger Precision Metals division. As of 2024 and looking toward 2026, Ruger continues to be a cornerstone of the American firearms industry, maintaining its headquarters in Southport, Connecticut, and focusing on innovation while upholding its legacy of durability.