---
schema_version: "secwatch.filing_event.v1"
accession: "0001174947-26-000325"
form_type: "8-K/A"
ticker: "RGR"
cik: "0000095029"
company_name: "STURM RUGER & CO INC"
filed_at: "2026-03-10T23:59:59+00:00"
generated_at: "2026-05-15T17:24:53.575698+00:00"
event_type: "other_material"
sentiment: "negative"
materiality_score: 0.85
calibrated_materiality_score: 0.85
confidence: "high"
source: SEC EDGAR
---

# Ruger responds to Beretta's proxy fight, details alleged demands for discounted stock and board control

## Summary
- Beretta (7.7% holder) nominated four directors; Ruger says Beretta demanded 25% ownership at 15% discount and disproportionate board seats.
- Ruger adopted short-term stockholder rights plan on Oct 14, 2025 to counter Beretta's creeping takeover.
- Ruger alleges Beretta's demands violate U.S. antitrust laws and trigger CFIUS review; Beretta threatened to 'go to war'.
- Ruger appointed three new directors on Feb 23, 2026 as part of board refreshment begun before Beretta's investment.
- Beretta refused to pause share accumulation and initially declined in-person meetings, Ruger claims.

## SEC filing metadata
- accession: 0001174947-26-000325
- form_type: 8-K/A
- ticker: RGR
- cik: 0000095029
- company_name: STURM RUGER & CO INC
- filed_at: 2026-03-10T23:59:59+00:00
- event_type: other_material
- sentiment: negative
- materiality_score: 0.85
- calibrated_materiality_score: 0.85
- confidence: high
- sec_items: 8.01, 9.01
- EDGAR index: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/95029/000117494726000325/0001174947-26-000325-index.htm
- EDGAR primary document: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/95029/000117494726000325/form8ka-35484_rgr.htm

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