Firearms
Helping firearms manufacturers keep up with growing demand
Firearms is a steadily growing market in the United States, thanks in large part to technical advances that make it feasible for smaller manufacturers to produce cost effectively. With gun ownership at an all-time high, including the 7.5 million people who bought guns for the first time from January 2019 to April 2021, tool suppliers, including Sharon-Cutwell, have developed innovative options for manufacturers to keep up with growing demand.
Tools optimized for your unique manufacturing needs
We keep manufacturer needs in mind with our tool designs. Focusing on machine up time, our cutting tools are optimized for steel machine applications. We also develop tools that cut down on tool change time, and have innovative programs to help you manage your tool supplies with a clear focus on minimizing the total cost of ownership.
Custom tools for steel and aluminum component machining:
- AR-15 platform tooling
- Carrier step drills, form endmills, custom keyway cutters
- Double radius cutter for the rail
- Custom keyway cutters for numerous rifle platforms
- Firing pin step drills for pistols and rifle bolts
- Tight tolerance reamers
The Cutwell difference
Our deep engineering and R&D capabilities ensure that we are continuously improving and investing in our tools and processes. Customers know they can rely on our superior tool quality and customer service to help keep their production lines running with minimal interruptions.