Stag Arms

Stag Arms relocated its entire manufacturing operation to Cheyenne, Wyoming in 2019 after a rigorous national site selection process. The company chose Cheyenne for its pro-business environment, strong Second Amendment culture, and proximity to outdoor recreation—hunting and shooting sports define the region.

Chad Larsen, appointed President in 2019, brought six years of product development experience from Aero Precision. Larsen is an avid hunter and registered 3-Gun, Multi-gun, and USPSA competitor—he designs rifles for shooters who actually use them.

"We needed visionary customer-centric leadership, a business-friendly economic environment, and a cultural climate that reflects Stag's brand image of independence and free-spiritedness." — Elie Azar, CEO of White Wolf Capital (Stag's parent company)

Manufacturing Innovations: - First AR platform manufacturer to produce left-handed rifles as standard - 100% made in the United States (no outsourcing) - Commitment to continuing Stag's legacy of platform innovations

Why Cheyenne Matters: Stag follows the path of other major firearms companies like Weatherby and Magpul relocating to Wyoming. The state actively recruits high-skilled manufacturing and has invested in workforce training infrastructure. Wyoming's regulatory environment and cultural alignment with Second Amendment values made it the top choice from dozens of evaluated locations.

Larsen's background in competitive shooting means product development happens with real-world feedback. His experience with the Modern Sporting Rifle platform directly shapes Stag's direction—they build what competitors actually want.