Few brands today remain under family ownership, but Umarex proudly stands as an exception. Founded on family values, Umarex emphasizes providing customers with recreational products that bring joy and excitement to the outdoors. Their diverse offerings include Axeon Optics, Umarex Airguns, Exude Lights, Elite Force Airsoft, Rekt Dart Launchers, and T4E Training. The company's journey began in 1972 when Wulf-Heinz Pflaumer and Franz Wonisch launched Umarex, and it has since grown into a leading name in the industry.
Umarex's significant milestones include acquiring the renowned arms manufacturer Carl Walther in 1993 and expanding their presence in the U.S. market by purchasing RUAG Ammotec USA in 2006, relocating it to Fort Smith, Arkansas, and rebranding it as Umarex USA. The company has continuously grown, doubling its sales in 2009 and moving into a new manufacturing and warehouse facility in 2010. Today, Umarex is known as the "King of Replicas" in airguns, with innovations like the safety system and dual round magazine of the Umarex Hammer. With modern air filling solutions and unique optic technologies, Umarex remains committed to leading the industry while staying true to its family-owned roots.
