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Armscor and Rock Island Armory introduced the surprising passing of President and CEO Martin Tuason on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Tuason, 51, led the corporate since 2012 and represented the third era of the Tuason household’s century-long firearms legacy.
The Tuason household first entered the firearms and sporting-goods business greater than 100 years in the past, when Martin’s grandfather, Celso Tuason, reworked a small sporting-goods storefront into Arms Company of the Philippines (Armscor) in 1952.
Martin continued that legacy, guiding Armscor and Rock Island Armory into turning into one of many prime ten firearms producers on the planet, with operations spanning six continents.
Tuason was extensively revered not just for his enterprise management however for his steadfast dedication to the core values that outlined the Tuason household: integrity, respect, craftsmanship, and repair.
“Martin devoted his life to household, our firm, and the individuals who make Armscor and Rock Island Armory what they’re immediately. He led with a gentle voice, a compassionate coronary heart, and an unwavering perception in doing issues the best approach… Martin’s management, kindness, and dedication touched so many lives,” stated his sister, Lisa Tuason, President & CEO of RIA-USA.
Underneath Martin’s course, Armscor expanded its manufacturing footprint in each the Philippines and the USA, modernized manufacturing processes, and superior automation initiatives to extend effectivity and innovation.
His management supported constant double-digit development and strengthened the corporate’s world popularity as a trusted producer of firearms and ammunition.
Armscor introduced that every one firm operations stay absolutely purposeful in the course of the transition. The senior management group is overseeing day by day enterprise duties because the group mourns the lack of its longtime chief.
“We honor the life and legacy of Martin, whose imaginative and prescient and management formed our firm for many years… We stay dedicated to persevering with the necessary work he led. Our group is united, our operations are robust, and we’ll transfer ahead guided by the values Martin instilled in all of us,” added Lisa Tuason.
Memorial preparations shall be shared privately with household and shut associates. The corporate has requested for privateness for the Tuason household throughout this time.
GunsAmerica extends our deepest condolences to the Tuason household, the Armscor and Rock Island Armory groups, and all who have been impacted by Martin’s management and life.
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