Stealth Arms began in 2012 as a small St. Marys, Ohio workshop selling specialized targets before growing into a U.S. manufacturer for gun owners who want to build and customize their own firearms. The company machines its parts in-house, inspects every piece before it leaves the shop, and donates proceeds from its scrap metal to charities aligned with its mission.
Smith Outfitters, LLCFounded in Steubenville in 2010, Smith Outfitters is a family-run firearms manufacturer and outfitter that builds its own S15 and S10 platforms while providing custom gunsmithing and gear for the outdoors and public-safety community. The company operates with federal firearms and Special Occupational Tax licenses in Ohio and West Virginia, and its in-house capabilities include machining, laser engraving, and Cerakote work. Owner Matt Smith, a former Ohio peace officer, runs the business with his brother Shawn, a certified gunsmith.STEUBENVILLE, OH
Templar Custom ArmsTemplar Custom Arms is an owner-operated custom gunsmith and firearm manufacturer where Bob Meszaros draws on more than 30 years in the firearms business to repair, modify and build guns to a shooter's specifications. With a full machine shop on site, the Windham, Ohio, shop handles work from heirloom repairs to complete rifles and shotguns, including AR-platform lowers machined from solid aluminum. Templar also developed its exclusive FACT Trigger for Glock pistols and is the exclusive dealer for Dave Spaulding’s Handgun Combatives pistols.WINDHAM, OH
Faxon FirearmsKnown for its in-house barrel work, Faxon Firearms is a Fairfield, Ohio manufacturer serving both individual customers and firearm-industry partners. Its machining operation produces firearm components for its own products as well as OEM clients, with an emphasis on supporting small to midsized companies. Faxon is ISO 9001:2015 certified and operates as a federally licensed manufacturer and SOT.WEST CHESTER, OH
Tamarack ArmoryTamarack Armory is a Meadville gunsmith and firearm dealer with more than 60 years of combined shop experience, repairing and restoring everything from modern firearms to antique military and civilian pieces. Owner Mike Leonard’s full machine shop also takes on custom machining and parts work beyond firearms, while the shop sells new and used guns as a fully licensed FFL dealer. Each firearm is inspected and tested for fit, finish, and function before it leaves the shop.MEADVILLE, PA