The official confirmation arrived today, September 2, 2026: Aero Precision, along with its sister brands Ballistic Advantage, Stag Arms, and VG6, is now under new ownership. A family investment group has acquired these companies, marking a transition from private equity ownership and, according to a press release from Aero Precision, initiating an "exciting new chapter" for the manufacturers.
This acquisition follows what the company described as "more than two challenging years," during which financial and operational difficulties significantly impacted their ability to produce products, fulfill orders, support partners, and maintain expected levels of customer service. Aero Precision explicitly acknowledged the frustration this created for its customer base, offering a sincere apology for the disruption. The press release extended gratitude to customers, dealers, distributors, vendors, and industry partners who, despite the issues, continued to support the brands.
The new ownership group is characterized as a passionate family investment entity with a stated long-term commitment to the brands, their personnel, and customers. Described as "outdoor and firearms enthusiasts," the new owners are also highlighted as strong supporters of military and veteran communities, business owners, and self-made individuals. They reportedly share many core values with the customer communities served by these brands, including a firm belief in the Second Amendment. The new ownership recognizes the inherent strengths in the existing brands, products, talented staff, loyal customer base, and the state-of-the-art American manufacturing facilities already in place.
W.G. Nielsen & Co., a Denver-based investment banking firm, acted as the financial advisor for the transaction. Working with W.G. Nielsen & Co., the new ownership group has articulated a long-term vision centered on preserving the unique qualities of each brand while injecting the necessary capital, leadership, resources, and operational discipline to unlock their full potential. This vision emphasizes building enduring companies, acknowledging that such an endeavor requires a sustained commitment over time.
Operationally, the focus will be on high-quality engineering, manufacturing excellence, and precision machining to reintroduce products familiar to customers. The company's statement indicates efforts are now underway to rebuild inventory, strengthen teams, and invest in the future of each brand. Customers are advised to anticipate a steady increase in product availability over the coming months. The company has requested patience as it undertakes this rebuilding phase. Manufacturing operations are currently ramping back up, supply chains are being restored, and both customer and dealer support systems are being strengthened.
Aero Precision's statement underscores that the commitment goes beyond simply restocking shelves; it aims "to earn back the trust" of customers, dealers, distributors, and partners through tangible actions. The objective is to consistently deliver the quality and service for which these brands were known, ultimately building a stronger company than before. The company concluded its announcement by signaling forthcoming updates on product availability, the return of popular items, and new product introductions, thanking those who supported them throughout the challenging period.
