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Trademark Class 13: Firearms & Explosives

Firearms; ammunition and projectiles; explosives; fireworks.

16,179live trademarks

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Trademark applications and registrations in Class 13 over the past 15 years.

Class 13 covers firearms, ammunition and projectiles, explosives, and fireworks. It is one of the smallest goods classes, reflecting both the specialized nature of the industry and the regulatory barriers that limit the number of market participants. Despite its size, the class carries significant commercial weight given the brand loyalty and premium pricing common in the firearms and ammunition markets.

The class's top filers — Langlotz Patent & Trademark Works, Phantom I.P., and Husch Blackwell — include both specialized firearms IP counsel and general-practice firms with defense and sporting goods clients. The firearms industry's unique regulatory environment, including ATF licensing requirements and state-level restrictions, creates a market where brand identity plays an outsized role in purchasing decisions, making trademark protection particularly valuable.

Classification boundaries in Class 13 are relatively clear-cut compared to many other classes, but several common errors persist. Toy guns, airsoft guns, water guns, and cap guns belong in Class 28, not Class 13 — the class covers only real firearms and live ammunition. Hunting knives, bayonets, and other bladed weapons belong in Class 8 as hand tools and cutlery. Protective body armor, bulletproof vests, and ballistic helmets are Class 9 protective equipment, not Class 13. Gun holsters made of leather are Class 18, while holsters of other materials may fall under Class 18 or the material-specific class. Paintball markers and their ammunition are classified in Class 13, a point that surprises applicants who view them as sporting goods.

Firearms manufacturers typically file across Classes 9, 13, 25, and 28, covering optical sights and electronic accessories, the firearms and ammunition, branded apparel, and sporting goods. Pyrotechnics companies pair Class 13 with Class 41 for entertainment event services. Defense contractors often combine Class 13 with Classes 9 and 12 to cover electronics, weapons systems, and military vehicles as an integrated portfolio strategy.

What's Included in Class 13

Class 13 includes mainly firearms and pyrotechnic products.

  • rescue flares, explosive or pyrotechnic;
  • flare pistols;
  • sprays for personal defence purposes;
  • explosive fog signals, signal rocket flares;
  • air pistols being weapons;
  • grease for weapons (Cl. 4);
  • blades being weapons (Cl. 8);
  • side arms, other than firearms (Cl. 8);
  • non-explosive fog signals, rescue laser signalling flares (Cl. 9);
  • telescopic sights for firearms (Cl. 9);
🔫 Handguns and rifles
🎯 Ammunition and cartridges
🎆 Fireworks and pyrotechnic products
💥 Explosive charges for blasting
🚨 Signal flares and rockets
🔒 Gun holsters and firearm accessories
💣 Detonators and fuses
🖌️ Paintball guns and ammunition

Top Filers in Class 13

#OwnerFilingsRegisteredFirst Reg.Latest Reg.
1PHANTOM I.P., LLC524434Jul 28, 1992Sep 22, 2026
2INGRAM ENTERPRISES, INC.372324Sep 15, 1992Nov 3, 2026
3AMERICAN PROMOTIONAL EVENTS, INC.297281Aug 13, 1968Aug 25, 2026
4FEDERAL CARTRIDGE COMPANY187173Jul 4, 1967Oct 6, 2026
5OLIN CORPORATION175158Aug 1, 1905Sep 22, 2026
6HORNADY MANUFACTURING COMPANY10895Jul 6, 1999Sep 15, 2026
7SMITH & WESSON INC.10284Oct 14, 1913Sep 1, 2026
8SIG SAUER, INC.8972Jan 8, 1985Sep 22, 2026
9HODGDON POWDER COMPANY, INC.7371Jul 18, 1961Feb 18, 2025
10STURM, RUGER & COMPANY, INC.6660Aug 7, 1906Oct 21, 2025

Top Law Firms in Class 13

#FirmTotalRegisteredPendingDead
1LANGLOTZ PATENT & TRADEMARK WORKS, LLC.1,09667587334
2Phantom I.P., LLC68242588169
3Husch Blackwell LLP4343132299
4HARNESS, DICKEY & PIERCE, P.L.C.38820725156
5Burr & Forman LLP38710520262
6Christensen, Fonder, Dardi & Herbert PLLC2752331527
7Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP248573188
8Ballard Spahr LLP22510022103
9EVERSHEDS SUTHERLAND (US) LLP1951112757
10Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A.180331146

Recent Registrations

MarkOwnerRegisteredGoods & Services
ZENOHOME
Shenzhen Yuezhi Yuanting Technology Co., Ltd.Nov 3, 2026Class 013: Gunpowder; Primed shells; Rifle cases; Mobile gun mounts; Loading clips for pistols; Pistol holsters
SAGE FALCON
Guangzhou Zhisun Technology Co., LtdNov 3, 2026Class 013: Mobile gun mounts; Component parts for guns; Shooting accessories, namely, gun rests; Rifle mounts; Firearm attachments, namely, mounts for attaching lights to a firearm; Tripods and stands for firearms; Grip tape for firearms; Holsters; Sighting mirrors for guns
TEXAS GRIT. EAGLE STRENGTH.
Schulze Container No.2, L.P.Nov 3, 2026Class 013: Firearms; Hunting firearms; Sporting firearms; Ammunition for firearms; Covers for firearms; Cases for firearms; Sling straps for firearms
LPV PRODUCTS
JF PRIME PRODUCTS LLCNov 3, 2026Class 013: Holsters
CORREVEAL
RAYTHEON COMPANYNov 3, 2026Signal processor technology system comprised of silicon photonics and semiconductors for signal processing of radio frequency signals; Signal processor technology system comprised of silicon photonics and semiconductors for signal processing of radio frequency signals, sold as an integral component of radars apparatuses, missile warning systems, and electronic radio frequency sensors and detectors; Signal processor technology system comprised of silicon photonics being electric, optical circuit switches and semiconductors for signal processing of radio frequency signals, sold as an integral component of radars, sensors, and communication technologies being near field communication (NFC) technology-enabled readers, all incorporated into air defense missile systems being military air defense missile launchers
GLORY TORCH
INGRAM ENTERPRISES, INC.Nov 3, 2026Class 013: Detonating fireworks
MEATEATER
MEATEATER, INC.Nov 3, 2026Class 003: Personal grooming kits featuring deodorant, for personal use, non-medicated hand salves, body sprays, non-medicated beard oils, and mustache wax; Class 005: First aid kits for dogs; Class 008: Manually operated sharpeners; Hunting knives; Class 009: Downloadable podcasts in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Downloadable video podcasts in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Downloadable videos in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Downloadable television programs in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Downloadable recorded webisodes in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; downloadable cookbooks; Class 011: Fitted covers for barbeque grills; Class 013: Ammunition; Class 014: Rings; Class 016: Printed non-fiction books in the fields of wilderness skills and survival skills; printed cookbooks; printed posters; Class 018: Hunters' game bags; Class 021: Cutting boards; portable coolers, non-electric; water bottles sold empty; travel mugs; beverageware; temperature retaining drinking vessels; Class 028: Hunting game calls; Class 030: BBQ sauce; hot sauce; seasoning mixes; spices; coffee; Class 032: Cocktail kits comprised of non-alcoholic cocktail bases, non-alcoholic cocktail mixes, cocktail glasses, non-alcoholic cocktail ingredients in the nature of fruits, vegetables, and condiments, used in the preparation of cocktails, cocktail stirrers; Class 035: Retail store services featuring downloadable navigation software for hunters, portable communication devices, hunting knives, hunting vests, hunting dog vests, backpacks, hunting pouches, non-metal storage boxes for storing hunting and fishing gear, all-purpose sport bags, scuba diving bags, hunting rifles, rifle bipods, rifle scopes, laser rangefinders, red dot hunting sights, hunters' game bags, hunting decoy bags, gun cases, gun slings, hunting tripod adapters, tripod shooting rests, shooting rests, tripod binocular adapters, tripod pan heads, rifle scope bases, rifle scope rings, hunting tripods, gun vises, leveling tools for firearm scopes, firearm cleaning kits, firearm cleaners, rifle chassis systems, firearm magazine boxes, air rifles, air rifle pellets, tree climbing sticks for saddle hunting, climbing aiders for saddle hunting, tree climbing attachment cords for saddle hunting, tree hunting saddles, tree hunting platforms, tree hunting belts, tree hunting tethers, tree hunting straps, seat mats for use in hunting, arrow quivers, hunting arrow points, wearable harnesses, wearable harness accessories, binoculars, hunting game calls, game straps used in bird hunting, hunting decoys, rattle bags, hunting blind stools, hunting blinds, hunting blinds for dogs, hunting stools, headlamps, hunting boots, waterproofing cream, waterproofing spray, targets, shooting benches, earphones, memory cards, wall mounts for exhibition and display of animal skulls and game, pedestal mounts for exhibition and display of animal skulls and game, electronic animal training systems comprising a hand-held transmitter, electronic animal training systems comprising an animal collar with receiver attached, dog training hunting dummies, dog leashes, dog bowls, first aid kits for dogs, water bottles sold empty, water purifying units, water filtering units, packaged meals, packaged snacks, powdered drink mixes, nutritional and dietary supplements, cutting boards, hot sauces, cooking oils, coffee, seasonings, salt, cocktail kits, trekking poles, hot tent systems comprised primarily of tents and also featuring stoves being a heating apparatus, ropes, knife and tool sharpeners, fabric storage bucket organizers, wallets, clothing belts, pants, boot gaiters, jackets, shirts, t-shirts, pullovers, hoodies, sweatshirts, hats, beanies, plastic lids, trail cameras, tents, sleeping bags, tent poles, sleeping pads, pillows, portable chairs, cushions, camping tables, tent floors, tarps, solar panels, printed cookbooks, sous vide cookers, food thermometers, skillets, camp dutch ovens, pots and pans, wood pellet grills, electric meat grinders, food scales, plastic storage bags for meat, electric food dehydrators, food vacuum packaging machines and plastic bags used for vacuum sealer machines, electric food slicers, electric sausage stuffers, food storage containers, containers for carrying meat, portable propane stoves, outdoor grill covers, portable gas cooking units, meat hand saws, fire starters, portable coolers, electric lighters, lanterns for lighting, portable battery packs, portable battery chargers, inflatable rafts, fishing rods, fishing reels, spearfishing guns, fishing floats, fishing lines, board games, diving masks, snorkels, weight belts for divers, fin socks, wet suit gloves, and fins; Class 036: Charitable fundraising services, namely, raising funds for others in the field of conservation and outdoor recreation projects; Class 041: Production of podcasts and video podcasts; Video production services; Entertainment services in the nature of development, creation, production, and post-production of television shows; Entertainment services in the nature of development, creation, production, and post-production of multimedia entertainment content; Entertainment services, namely, providing podcasts in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Entertainment services, namely, providing video podcasts in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Providing online non-downloadable videos in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Entertainment services in the nature of ongoing television programs in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Entertainment services, namely, an ongoing series featuring outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history provided through the Internet; Entertainment services in the nature of ongoing webisodes in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country music, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Providing online non-downloadable articles in the field of outdoor recreation, wilderness skills, hunting, fishing, scouting, cooking, cleaning, foraging, butchering and processing of meat and fish, wild foods, gardening, homesteading, firearms, equipment and gear for hunting and fishing, conservation, public lands, public policy, natural resources, sustainability, dogs, biology, anthropology, country living, American culture, American traditions, and American history; Conducting guided hunting and fishing tours; hunting and fishing guide services; conducting guided outdoor exhibitions; Presentation of live show performances; Educational and entertainment services, namely, providing speaking tours in the nature of live presentations by outdoorsman and outdoor enthusiasts; Class 043: Providing information in the field of recipes and cooking; providing information in the field of recipes and cooking via a website; advice concerning cooking recipes; providing information in the nature of recipes for drinks
TWENTY-TOUCAN
Faxon Firearms, LLCNov 3, 2026Noise suppressors for guns; Silencers for firearms
GRAVON
UNRRA Group s.r.o.Nov 3, 2026Class 013: Firearms; Magazines for firearms; Cartridges for firearms
GUARDSMAN
JJE BRANDS, LLCNov 3, 2026Firearms; Sporting firearms; Component parts for guns; Guns

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25Clothing, Footwear & Headgear
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are toy guns in Class 13?

No. Toy guns, water guns, and cap guns belong in Class 28 (toys and games). Class 13 covers real firearms and live ammunition only.

Does Class 13 cover protective body armor?

No. Body armor and bulletproof vests are classified in Class 9 (protective equipment). Class 13 is specifically for firearms, ammunition, explosives, and pyrotechnics.

Are hunting knives in Class 13?

No. Knives and bladed weapons are classified in Class 8 (hand tools and cutlery). Class 13 covers firearms and explosive devices only.

Are paintball guns in Class 13 or Class 28?

Paintball markers and their ammunition are classified in Class 13, not Class 28 (sporting goods). This surprises many applicants who view paintball as a recreational sport, but the USPTO treats paintball guns as projectile devices under Class 13.

Where are gun safes classified?

Gun safes and security cabinets are classified in Class 6 (metal goods) or Class 20 (non-metal furniture), not Class 13. Class 13 covers the firearms and ammunition themselves, not storage devices for them.

Are airsoft guns in Class 13?

No. Airsoft guns, BB guns, and pellet guns used for recreation are typically classified in Class 28 (toys and sporting goods). Class 13 is reserved for real firearms and live ammunition.

Do gun holsters belong in Class 13?

No. Gun holsters made of leather are classified in Class 18 (leather goods). Holsters of other materials may also fall under Class 18 or the relevant material-specific class. Class 13 covers only the firearm itself, not carrying accessories.

What multi-class strategy works for firearms brands?

Firearms manufacturers typically file in Class 13 (firearms and ammunition), Class 9 (optical sights and electronic accessories), Class 25 (branded apparel), and Class 28 (sporting goods). Adding Class 41 for shooting range or training services is also common.

Are fireworks and pyrotechnics in Class 13?

Yes. Fireworks, signal flares, rockets, and all pyrotechnic products belong in Class 13. Companies that also provide fireworks display services should additionally file in Class 41 for entertainment event services.

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