Anderson Manufacturing, a longtime leader in the AR game, has officially closed its doors after 70 years in the firearms industry.
Known endearingly as the “poverty pony” in the gun community, Anderson earned its reputation for delivering budget yet well-built firearms and components.
The closure follows a sale to Ruger, who acquired Anderson’s manufacturing facility, equipment, and workforce. If you’re wondering whether Anderson lowers and parts will carry on under Ruger’s branding, the answer is no. Ruger has confirmed that it does not plan to continue Anderson’s product catalog or brand. Instead, it will integrate Anderson’s manufacturing facilities and skilled workforce into their operations, aiming to expand Ruger’s current offerings.
Anderson had built a reputation as the top producer of serialized AR lowers, producing more than 305,000 in 2023 alone, outpacing other big names like PSA and Aero Precision.
* Prices accurate at time of writing
For fans of Anderson products, the closure marks the end of an era. While it’s brought both nostalgia and questions about Ruger’s plans, it also caused a rush to grab the remaining Anderson lowers, uppers, and parts.
If you’re looking to snag some last-minute Anderson AR components, you’re in luck. GRITR Sports still has a limited inventory of Anderson Manufacturing AR parts, including uppers and lowers, ready for purchase. Once they’re gone, that’s it. Don’t miss your chance to get budget Anderson AR parts while inventory lasts!
Comments (3)
Ronald Romell Washingtonsays:
February 7, 2026 at 3:10 pmI’m stunned 😳
John Walter Graves Jrsays:
February 18, 2026 at 7:23 pmI just purchased a complete kit AM-15. Are there any instructions available for this kit?
GRITR Sportssays:
February 19, 2026 at 6:36 amHey John! The official website of Anderson is down, but you can still try looking for the AM-15 Manual on the web. Unfortunately, we don’t have one on hand