Freedom Group, Inc., which manufactures and markets firearms under the Remington, Marlin, Bushmanster, DPMS, H&R, L.C. Smith, Parker, Dakota Arms, Miller Arms and Nesika brands, has entered into a purchase agreement through a wholly-owned subsidiary to acquire certain assets of Barnes Bullets. The transaction closed on December 31, 2009.
Barnes Bullets, located in Mona, UT, is a supplier of copper bullets, including copper-tin composite core bullets. These products are used by hunters, shooters, military and law enforcement professionals around the world.
Barnes Bullets will continue day-to-day operations at their Mona, UT-based location under the guidance of company founder, Randy Brooks.
“With the acquisition of Barnes, the Freedom Group continues to demonstrate our commitment to the ammunition business,” said Ted Torbeck, CEO of the Freedom Group, Inc.
