Manufacturing Today Issue - 236 May 2025 | Page 72

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The Rise of Daniel Defense: Precision Firearms for Every Mission

From its humble beginnings in a garage in the state of Georgia in the US, to serving civilians, law enforcement, federal agencies, and elite military units worldwide, Daniel Defense is decisively shaping the future of American firearms through innovation, precision, and purpose.

The story of Daniel Defense is one of determined innovation. In 1999, founder Marty Daniel was introduced to shooting after a frustrating golf game, sparking a passion that soon uncovered a market gap. When he couldn’ t find the needed parts, he started fabricating them himself, igniting what would soon grow into a thriving enterprise.
Starting in 2001 with online sales of sling loops and flat-top uppers, the business quickly evolved. By 2008, Daniel Defense had transitioned into full-scale firearm manufacturing. Today, the company is a trusted supplier to the world’ s most elite organizations, including the UK Ministry of Defence, US Special Operations Command( SOCOM), federal agencies, and law enforcement departments worldwide.
Operating from a cutting-edge facility in Black Creek, Georgia, US, Daniel Defense offers a comprehensive range of firearms known for their exceptional reliability and performance. The company’ s core AR platform is available in semi-automatic
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