Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
Target practice
The tale of the Air Gun and Airsoft Gun Manufacturing industry mirrors several industries within the US manufacturing sector that rely on plastic and steel to produce relatively small, simple goods: Production has moved overseas. In addition to the pervasive outsourcing, the recessionary period of 2009 limited consumer sentiment and incomes and input prices have been rising. While the industry's performance outlook is positive, revenue growth will be slow and imports are forecast to remain high.... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Analysis Chapter
The Air Gun and Airsoft Gun Manufacturing industry creates small arms for use in recreational, hunting and sporting activities. Commonly known as BB and pellet guns, these small arms differ from firearms in that their projectiles are fired using compressed air instead of ignited gunpowder. Mechanisms for compressing air include springs, pneumatic pumps and carbon-dioxide cartridges. At an estimated 82.5% of the total revenue for American-made air guns and airsoft guns, US manufacturer Crosman Corporation is deemed to be the industry leader. Other big companies, such as Daisy Outdoor Products, manufacture their products overseas but assemble them in the United States, thereby eliminating their market share by IBISWorld convention... purchase to read more