American Outdoor Brands, Inc. is an American manufacturer of products for both outdoor sports and recreation. The company’s portfolio consists of 18 different brands.[1] Previously among them was Smith & Wesson until the firearm manufacturer was spun off in 2020.[2] A changing political climate influenced this decision.[3] Until 2016 the company was known as Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation, where it was renamed to American Outdoor Brands Corporation. Its headquarters are located in Columbia, Missouri.
History
On May 11, 2001, Saf-T-Hammer Corporation acquired Smith & Wesson Corporation from Tomkins plc for US$15 million.[4] Saf-T-Hammer assumed US$30 million in debt, bringing the total purchase price to US$45 million.