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H&R 1871, Inc.
Marlin Acquires H&R
H&R 1871, Inc. the Gardner, MA manufacturer has been sold to Marlin Firearms Co. A maker of an excellent line of single-shot rifles and shotguns, H&R insiders cite the mounting costs of anti-gun "junk lawsuits" as the reason for the sale. No significant changes in the product line are anticipated.
Sturm Ruger & Co.
With the retirement of William B. Ruger, Sr. company management passes into the hands of Willam B. Ruger, Jr. Ruger's top management team now includes W.B. Ruger, Jr. as chairman and CEO; Steve Sanetti, vice-chairman, senior vice-president and chief counsel; Erle G. Blanchard vice-chairman, president and COO. All are long time employees and avid shooters.
Uploaded: 2/20/2001
Uploaded: 2/20/2001