Thank you Magpul!!!

[leroy]

Check this out:  http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2013/06/27/gun-manufacturers-big-act-of-defiance-ahead-of-new-magazine-ban-in-colorado/

 

There's nothin not to like about these guys.  We need to start stockin up on magpul stuff again.

 

leroy

[Mariner]

My hat is off to magpul for even thinking of the idea. I wish companies like this would move to Tennessee and set up shop. I can't believe colorado would pass such stupid laws as that area of the country is so popular with shooting and hunting. I guess stupid just can't be fixed.

[willis68]

I have always liked their products, this just makes me want to buy many, many more. I only wish that all companies that I deal with were half as good as Magpul

[runco]

Just seen this newsflash, Magpul made good on their promise:

 

http://www.magpul.com/move

 

January 2, 2014

 

Contact:

Duane Liptak, Director of Product Management and Marketing

Tel:  303-828-3460x170 

Email: dliptak@magpul.com

 

 

Magpul Industries Announces Plans for Relocation

Company Is Moving Operations to Wyoming and Texas

 

 

Magpul Industries announced today that it is relocating its operations to Wyoming and Texas.

The company is relocating manufacturing, distribution and shipping operations to Cheyenne, Wyoming. Magpul is leasing a 58,000 square foot manufacturing and distribution facility during the construction of a 100,000 square foot build-to-suit facility in the Cheyenne Business Parkway. The Wyoming relocation is being completed with support from Governor Matt Mead, the Wyoming Business Council and Cheyenne LEADS.

Magpul is moving its corporate headquarters to Texas. Three North Central Texas sites are under final consideration, and the transition to the Texas headquarters will begin as soon as the facility is selected. The Texas relocation is being accomplished with support from Governor Rick Perry and the Texas Economic Development Corporation.

 

“Magpul made the decision to relocate in March 2013 and has proceeded on an aggressive but deliberate path” says Doug Smith, Chief Operating Officer for Magpul Industries. â€œThese dual moves will be carried out in a manner that ensures our operations and supply chain will not be interrupted and our loyal customers will not be affected.”

The company began a nationwide search for a new base of operations after legislation was enacted in Colorado that dramatically limits the sale of firearms accessories – the core of Magpul’s business. Magpul plans on initially transitioning 92% of its current workforce outside of Colorado within 12-16 months and will maintain only limited operations in Colorado.

"Moving operations to states that support our culture of individual liberties and personal responsibility is important,” says Richard Fitzpatrick, Chief Executive Officer for Magpul Industries. “This relocation will also improve business operations and logistics as we utilize the strengths of Texas and Wyoming in our expansion.”

 

 

About Magpul
Founded in 1999, Magpul was launched to manufacture an innovative device to aid in the manipulation of rifle magazines while reloading under stress. The company’s name comes from the original product called the Magpul. Over the last decade Magpul has continued to grow and develop into additional product areas using much the same mission and process with a focus on innovation, creativity, and efficiency.

 

For more information, please contact Duane Liptak at dliptak@magpul.com, 303.828.3460 x170.

[Trekbike]

Glad they're holding to their promise.    Hopefully the voters in CO will remember to hold the remaining politicians involved in the original vote responsible for their actions.     

[Erik88]

I was wondering about this a few weeks ago. I'm glad to see they are falling through in their promise. It's strange to me that they are going to 2 different locations.

[Garufa]

Mabye I'll get me one of them 40 shell clips if I can find one to celebrate.

[TripleDigitRide]

Why would they move their headquarters 900 miles away from their distribution facility? 

Edited January 3, 2014 by TripleDigitRide

[Oh Shoot]

Why would they move their headquarters 900 miles away from their distribution facility? 

 

As I understand it, the molding company is not really owned by Magpul, although most of its biz is Magpul stuff. They were already separate places.

 

Their "headquarters" is assembly, packaging/shipping, and R&D,  and only has about 100 employees. Guess for some reason they just didn't want their headquarters in WY, maybe too cold for 'em. :)

 

- OS

Edited January 3, 2014 by Oh Shoot

[runco]

As I understand it, the molding company is not really owned by Magpul, although most of its biz is Magpul stuff. They were already separate places.

 

Their "headquarters" is assembly, packaging/shipping, and R&D,  and only has about 100 employees. Guess for some reason they just didn't want their headquarters in WY, maybe too cold for 'em. :)

 

- OS

I'd say its state tax break driven for both.  Why be in one place, when one can be in two. 

[Luke E.]

 This may be a stupid question but how would one go about knowing when a mag was manufactured or purchased? I'm in bed or i'd go check some different mags but I don't remember any date identifying markings on any of mine. 

[TripleDigitRide]

 This may be a stupid question but how would one go about knowing when a mag was manufactured or purchased? I'm in bed or i'd go check some different mags but I don't remember any date identifying markings on any of mine. 

As far as I know, there isn't a date on the PMAGs. They do periodically change the design/generation, so that would give at least some indication as to when they were made. 

[Luke E.]

As far as I know, there isn't a date on the PMAGs. They do periodically change the design/generation, so that would give at least some indication as to when they were made. 

 

 That's kinda what I thought. I still see plenty of the earlier mags for sale and it would be mighty easier to grab a few each time you left the state. Better be sure to remove and toss the plastic before you cross back into CO though.