Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation · Springfield, MA United States ·(NASDAQ (GS): SWHC)

Smith & Wesson has built a successful business shooting for the stars. Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (operating through subsidiary Smith & Wesson Corp.) makes pistols, revolvers, tactical rifles, and police accessories, as well as gun-safety devices (under the M&P Series name). The company also sells handcuffs and hunting rifles and car, boat, and home alarm system packages. Smith & Wesson's the exclusive importer of Walther pistols with US production rights for the Walther PPK model. To diversify and add breadth to its brand, the firm licenses its name to makers of apparel, watches, sunglasses, gift sets, and more. Smith & Wesson was founded in 1852. To read the full description, subscribe now.