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Smith & Wesson Holding Co. (SWHC) is in the Manufacturing Industry

Revenue
Apr 30 2008
$295.9M
Profit
Apr 30 2008
$9.1M
Market Cap
Sep 04 2008
$253.0M

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  • Pros offer advice for older investors

    Can you be a long-term investor at age 71? Emmett L. Brown Jr., the former chief executive officer of Richland State Bank in Rayville, La., thinks so. He's 71 and he has taken the market's recent downturn as a buying opportunity, snapping up a hundred shares of...

    Articles 2008-03-02

  • Smith & Wesson president moves to Nasdaq for more marketplace

    When Michael F. Golden first became Smith & Wesson's president and chief executive officer in 2004, he'd already held several top positions with companies like Black & Decker and Kohler, but he'd never fired a gun. But that's Golden. He's a man full of energy and surprises....

    Articles 2006-07-24

  • Smith & Wesson Announces New Independent Director

    Business Editors SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--BUSINESS WIRE--April 12, 2004 Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (AMEX: SWB), parent company of the legendary 152 year old Smith & Wesson Corp., today announced the addition of John B. Furman to its Board of Directors. Mr. Furman is a consultant to public...

    Articles 2004-04-12

  • Smith & Wesson planning to move its headquarters

    SPRINGFIELD, Mass. -- Smith & Wesson plans to close the offices of its parent company in Scottsdale, Ariz., and transfer all operations to its main plant in Springfield, the city where the handgun maker was founded 150 years ago. Roy Cuny, president and chief executive officer, said...

    Articles 2004-01-22

  • Smith & Wesson Announces Management and Board Changes and the Adoption of a Corporate Governance Plan

    Business Editors SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--BUSINESS WIRE--Dec. 5, 2003 Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (AMEX: SWB), parent of Smith & Wesson Corp., announced today changes in management and in the composition of the Board of Directors. Effective immediately the Board of Directors has named Roy Cuny as Chairman,...

    Articles 2003-12-05

  • Gunmaker may stay on AMEX

    SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Smith & Wesson Holding Corp. said last week that the American Stock Exchange accepted a plan that would enable it to maintain its listing on the exchange. In September, the AMEX informed the Scottsdale-based gunmaker that its stock no longer met the AMEX's listing...

    Articles 2003-11-30

  • Smith & Wesson Premiers Model 642 J-Frame with Crimson Trace Lasergrips at Industry Trade Show

    Business Editors National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers 2003 SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--BUSINESS WIRE--Nov. 6, 2003 Precision Aiming Capabilities Add Greater Accuracy to Compact Revolver The legendary 151-year-old handgun maker, Smith & Wesson Corp., a subsidiary of Smith &...

    Articles 2003-11-06

  • Gunmaker is targeting new consumer

    PHOENIX -- One of the country's most recognizable brands -- Smith & Wesson -- is taking aim at consumers' love of the American West by going into the catalog business selling cowboy boot lamps and studded velvet jackets. Smith & Wesson Holding Corp., the gun maker's parent...

    Articles 2003-10-15

  • Smith & Wesson Corp. makes $1 million early repayment - Industry News

    Smith & Wesson Holding Corp., announced in August it made a $1 million early repayment of principal on the outstanding note to Tomkins Corp. According to company officials, this marks the second time in four months that Smith & Wesson has reduced its outstanding debt,...

    Articles 2003-10-01

  • Defense Industries International Assigns Licensing Agreement with Smith & Wesson to Pride Business Development Group

    Business Editors ASHKELON, Israel--BUSINESS WIRE--Aug. 13, 2003 Defense Industries International, Inc. (OTCBB:DFNS), a leading manufacturer and global provider of personal military and civilian protective equipment and supplies, announced today that it has assigned its licensing agreement with Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation to Pride Business Development...

    Articles 2003-08-13

  • Smith & Wesson donates facial imaging tool - Industry news

    Smith & Wesson Advanced Technologies has donated a $100,000 Identi-Kit.NET to the Maricopa County (Ariz.) Sheriff's Office. The Advanced Technologies company is a joint venture between Smith & Wesson Holding Corp. and APPSware Holdings Inc. The donation is being made through the Triple Nine Foundation of Arizona....

    Articles 2003-08-01

  • Smith & Wesson Training Academy Partners with Israeli Counter-Terrorism Experts

    Business Editors Topical News: War On Terrorism SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--BUSINESS WIRE--July 23, 2003 The legendary 151-year-old handgun maker, Smith & Wesson Corp., a subsidiary of Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (AMEX:SWB) today announced a joint venture between the Smith & Wesson Training Academy and International...

    Articles 2003-07-23

  • Smith & Wesson Holding marks anniversary with record demand - Industry News

    Smith & Wesson Holding Corp., the parent company of Smith & Wesson, celebrated its second anniversary in May with a record demand for firearms, according to corporation officials. "The company heads into FY2004 with strong sales and a record-breaking 120percent increase in backlog over the...

    Articles 2003-06-01

  • Smith & Wesson Brand Returns to Auto Racing; Sponsors Father-Son Luyendyk Team for Two Indianapolis Events

    Business Editors SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--BUSINESS WIRE--May 14, 2003 Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (AMEX: SWB), parent company of the legendary 151-year-old handgun maker, Smith & Wesson Corp., announced today its sponsorship of Arie Luyendyk, Jr. for the upcoming IRL Infiniti Pro Series Freedom 100...

    Articles 2003-05-14

  • Smith & Wesson Launches First Web-Based Facial Imaging Tool; Provides Instant Collaboration for Catching Criminals and Stopping Crime

    Business Editors SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--BUSINESS WIRE--April 22, 2003 Smith & Wesson Advanced TechnologiesTM, a subsidiary of Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (AMEX:SWB), parent company of the legendary 151-year-old handgun maker, Smith & Wesson Corp., today launched the first Web-based facial composite sketch tool for...

    Articles 2003-04-22

  • Smith & Wesson Announces 60 Percent Increase in Orders from Four Recent Major Trade Shows

    Business Editors SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--BUSINESS WIRE--March 24, 2003 Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (AMEX:SWB), parent company of the legendary 151-year-old handgun maker, Smith & Wesson Corp., announced today that the introduction of nine new products contributed more than a 60 percent increase in 2003...

    Articles 2003-03-24

  • Smith & Wesson Reports 31% Increase in Revenues and $0.29 increase in EPS for the Nine Months Ending January 31

    Business Editors SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--BUSINESS WIRE--March 17, 2003 Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (AMEX:SWB) parent of the legendary 150-year-old handgun maker, Smith & Wesson Corp. reported revenues for the nine months ending January 31, 2003 of $69.0 million, an increase of 30.7% from the comparable period last...

    Articles 2003-03-17

  • Smith & Wesson Holding announces new chairman - Industry Newsmakers

    Bob Scott is the new chairman of Smith & Wesson Corp. "As chairman, Bob will continue to lead and strengthen our industry relations efforts and grow our new business opportunities on behalf of the entire Smith & Wesson enterprise," said Mitchell Saltz, chairman and CEO...

    Articles 2003-03-01

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  • Incorporated: 1991
  • CEO: Mr. Michael F. Golden
  • Employees: 1,453

Smith & Wesson Holding is a manufacturer of firearms. Co. manufactures pistols, revolvers, tactical rifles, hunting rifles, black powder firearms, handcuffs, and firearm-related products and accessories for sale to gun enthusiasts, collectors, hunters, sportsmen, competitive shooters, protection focused individuals, law enforcement agencies and officers, and military agencies in the U.S. and throughout the world. Co. markets shotguns, which are manufactured to Co.'s specifications in dedicated facilities through a strategic alliance. Co. also pursues opportunities to license its name and trademarks to third parties for use in association with their products and services.

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Smith & Wesson Holding Co. Company Info

Board of Directors

Mr. Barry M. Monheit

Chairman

Mr. Robert L. Scott

Vice-Chairman

Mr. Jeffrey D. Buchanan

Mr. David M. Stone

Mr. Michael F. Golden

Mr. John B. Furman

Mr. Mitchell A. Saltz

Ms. I. Marie Wadecki

Contact Information

2100 Roosevelt Avenue

Springfield, MA

http://www.smith-wesson.com

800 331-0852

NAICS Code

Small Arms Manufacturing: 332994
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