Las, Vegas, NV— Beal Rifle Co., a veteran-owned and operated firearms manufacturer, will participate in the 2026 Black & Tan event, a longstanding U.S. Army Ranger and SHOT Show tradition, during SHOT Show week in Las Vegas. Hosted by the National Ranger Association and the U.S. Army Ranger Association, the event brings together members of the 75th Ranger Regiment community for networking, brotherhood, and fundraising.
For owner Kelly Beal, the Black & Tan represents a homecoming. Beal Rifle Co.’s identity is rooted in Ranger history. The company’s logo is a forged remembrance, featuring the WWII Ranger Diamond and the Star and Sun of Merrill’s Marauders—symbols of the courage and standards that Kelly Beal and his team deeply admire and diligently uphold.
The Signature Tiger Stripe: A Legacy in Camouflage:
Central to the Beal Rifle Co. aesthetic is the signature Tiger Stripe pattern. The pattern was chosen to honor the legacy of Special Operations Forces who served during the Vietnam War.
This iconic camouflage has become a symbol of resilience and commitment. By integrating this pattern into their builds, Beal Rifle Co. ensures that every firearm carries the weight of that history, bridging the gap between the legends of the past and the operators of today.
A Statement of Intent:
“At Beal Rifle Co., we believe that we Honor Tradition and Craft Excellence,” says Kelly Beal. “We don’t just build firearms; we build legacies. Every rifle that leaves our shop in Fort Worth is crafted for a lifetime and serves as a statement of intent. We chose Tiger Stripe because it represents a standard of grit that doesn’t wash away. We’re coming to the Black & Tan to stand with our brothers because we know that for a Ranger, the mission doesn’t end when you take off the uniform, it just changes. Our mission now is ensuring that the men who protect this country have tools that are designed to perform, built to endure, and worthy of being passed down.”
Beyond craftsmanship, Beal Rifle Co. maintains strategic philanthropic partnerships with Darby’s Warrior Support, providing hunting opportunities for post-9/11 Special Operations veterans, and 10-7 Outdoors, supporting the families of fallen law enforcement officers.
During SHOT Show 2026, attendees and media are invited to connect with the Beal Rifle Co. team at the Black & Tan event to learn more about their Fort Worth-based operations, their SBA-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business status, and their craftsmanship.
About Beal Rifle Co.
Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Beal Rifle Co. is a veteran-owned manufacturer of high-performance, custom-designed firearms. Specializing in the BRC-15 and BRC-10 platforms as well as custom Bolt Action Rifles, the company combines in-house machining with feedback from field operatives to deliver rifles with a limited lifetime warranty. Every Beal rifle is 100% designed, machined, and assembled in the USA.