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About Us<\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”callout-text”]More than forty years ago, Ronnie Barrett built something no one thought possible – a shoulder-\ufb01red .50 caliber ri\ufb02e so innovative, the Army itself would sing its praises. From sketching his designs at the dining room table to working with a local tool and die maker to create parts that didn\u2019t yet exist, every millimeter of the Model 82 was a direct result of Ronnie\u2019s passion for the ultimate \ufb01rearm.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text el_class=”callout-text”]That obsession still fuels our company today.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text el_class=”callout-text”]Headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Barrett is the world leader in large-caliber ri\ufb02e design and manufacturing. In 2023, the company became part of the NIOA Group \u2013 a family-owned global munitions company based in Australia.<\/p>\n

Our products are used by civilian sport shooters, law enforcement agencies, the United States military and more than 80 State Department approved countries across the world. The Barrett Quality Management System (QMS) has received the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 certi\ufb01cation for the design and manufacture of \ufb01rearms, ammunition, and accessories, and to provide training for those systems.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text el_class=”callout-text”]No matter how successful we become, however, our story keeps evolving. Because, at Barrett, we don\u2019t believe in resting on our laurels. In fact, we take great pride in thinking outside the box and exploring ways to continue to improve. After all, if there\u2019s one thing our success has taught us, it\u2019s this: You\u2019re only as good as your last accomplishment.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text el_class=”callout-text”]It\u2019s one thing to manufacture guns, and another to live and breathe them. Whether we\u2019re carefully assembling our latest ri\ufb02e, engineering scope rings that are stronger than ever or increasing the velocity and precision of the ammunition itself – we\u2019re always working with one goal in mind: “There’s always a better way.”[\/vc_column_text][\/qode_elements_holder_item][\/qode_elements_holder][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” css=”.vc_custom_1599148353185{padding-top: 4% !important;padding-right: 5% !important;padding-left: 5% !important;}” z_index=””][vc_column][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KEWxPRq5xJA” el_width=”50″ align=”center”][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

COMPANY TIMELINE<\/span><\/h2>\n

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2024<\/h3>\n

Bryan James is named as the Chief Executive Officer of Barrett Firearms after serving as Vice President of Sales & Marketing, then Senior Vice President and later Chief Operations Officer. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2023<\/h3>\n

Barrett becomes part of the NIOA Group \u2013 a fellow family-owned company based in Australia \u2013 while Sam Shallenberger is promoted to the position of CEO and Bryan James is named President.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2022<\/h3>\n

Barrett celebrates Four Decades of Iconic Firearms.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2019<\/h3>\n

After serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since joining in 2014, Sam Shallenberger is named President of Barrett Firearms Manufacturing, Inc.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2019<\/h3>\n

The Barrett MRAD was adopted by USSOCOM as the Mark 22 Mod 0 in support of the ASR Contract.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2016<\/h3>\n

Barrett introduces a new line of lightweight hunting rifles, the Fieldcraft.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2016<\/h3>\n

Barrett receives ISO 9001:2015 certification.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2016<\/h3>\n

The Model 82 is named the Official State Rifle by the Tennessee Legislature.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2015<\/h3>\n

After 14 years as Lead Designer, Chris Barrett is named President of Barrett Firearms Manufacturing, Inc.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2012<\/h3>\n

Barrett celebrates ``Three Decades Down Range`` by entering their thirtieth year of innovation.<\/p>\n

Yet again, a Barrett product receives the honor of a Golden Bullseye Award, this time for the MRAD, for Rifle of the Year from the NRA Publication, Shooting Illustrated. The Golden Bullseye award is a symbol of excellence and innovation in firearms, accessories and related equipment.<\/p>\n

Ronnie was re-elected to the NRA Board of Directors with 84% of all the votes cast by the organization's approximately 5 million members.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2011<\/h3>\n

Barrett introduces the MRAD\u2122 and M107A1\u2122.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2010<\/h3>\n

Barrett Model 98B\u00ae is named the Golden Bullseye winner for Rifle of the Year by NRA publication American Rifleman. The Golden Bullseye award is a symbol of excellence and innovation in firearms, accessories and related equipment.<\/p>\n

Ronnie was presented the Pioneer Award given by NRA Publications recognizing the exemplary achievement and cumulative body of work of an individual responsible for the development and introduction of shooting equipment that has made a profound, positive and enduring impact on the way Americans shoot and hunt.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2009<\/h3>\n

Ronnie Barrett is elected to the NRA Board of Directors<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2007<\/h3>\n

Inc. Magazine named Barrett Firearms Manufacturing as one of the fastest-growing privately-owned companies in America.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2006<\/h3>\n

The Nashville Business Journal cited Barrett Firearms Manufacturing as ``Exporter of the Year``.<\/p>\n

Ronnie Barrett was honored as \u201cEntrepreneur of the Year\u201d by Ernst & Young.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2005<\/h3>\n

The United States Army recognized the Barrett .50-caliber M107\u00ae rifle as one of the ``Top Ten Greatest Inventions`` for the soldiers in performing their mission. Chosen by the soldiers, this was the first time in history a small arm received this honor.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2004<\/h3>\n

Ronnie was awarded ``The Colonel George Chinn Award`` for excellence in research, development, engineering, manufacturing and management in production of small arms weaponry systems.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2003<\/h3>\n

Ronnie was honored by the National Defense Industry Association for outstanding contributions to the preparedness of the United States Armed Forces.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2002<\/h3>\n

The Barrett Model 82A1 was adopted by the US Army as the M107\u00ae.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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2002<\/h3>\n

Fred Ticer named as President of Barrett Firearms Manufacturing, Inc.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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1999<\/h3>\n

Barrett introduces the Model 99\u2122, the first firearm designed by Ronnie Barrett\u2019s son Chris.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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1995<\/h3>\n

Barrett introduces the Model 95\u2122, which has now been adopted by governments worldwide.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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1990<\/h3>\n

The battlefield was forever changed when the U.S. Armed Forces purchased a significant number of Model 82A1\u00ae rifles for use in operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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1989<\/h3>\n

Barrett enters the military realm when the Swedish Army orders 100 Model 82A1\u00ae rifle systems.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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1982<\/h3>\n

The legacy begins with Ronnie Barrett's invention of the first shoulder-fired .50 cal rifle.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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