Stories

Inspiring the Next Generation: How CMP Is Shaping the Future of Youth Marksmanship “Whether or not they stick with shooting, we’re teaching life lessons that stay with them forever.” – Ryan Henson, Civilian Marksmanship Program At ACME Machine, we believe precision, safety, and mentorship are the building blocks of responsible firearm ownership. That’s why we proudly support organizations like the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP)—a federally chartered nonpr …

Precision, Performance, and Partnership: ACME Machine Supports Veteran’s Family Brigade at CMP and NRA Nationals At ACME Machine, we believe true excellence is forged at the intersection of craftsmanship, discipline, and community. That’s why we’re proud to sponsor the Veteran’s Family Brigade (VFB) through a competitive season filled with high-stakes matches and championship-caliber moments. In 2024, ACME Machine proudly provided the VFB team with our custom-built AM-10 …

Champion on the Firing Line: Spotlight on Julia Watson Carlson At ACME Machine, we’re proud to support exceptional marksmen like Master Sgt. Julia Watson Carlson, whose contributions to marksmanship and mentorship are both inspiring and impactful. A former Marine Corps Shooting Team member and Marine Corps Master Sergeant, Julia’s marksmanship journey began early—placing three times at national championships as a junior with the Utah State Association and winning her first comp …

ACME Machine took the spotlight at the NRA World Shooting Championship in Camp Atterbury, Indiana—where elite shooters from around the world gathered for one of the most rigorous multi-discipline competitions in the shooting sports. Despite brutal weather conditions, ACME’s rifles proved their mettle across all firing lines, reinforcing the company’s commitment to American craftsmanship and performance under pressure. America’s Rifle Challenge – Built to Run. Built …

Sharpshooters at the Summit: ACME Machine Sponsors 2024 International Sniper Competition at Fort Moore Each year, the most elite sniper teams from across the globe descend on the Maneuver Center of Excellence at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning), Georgia, to compete in one of the most grueling and respected long-range events in the world—the International Sniper Competition. Hosted by the U.S. Army, this competition challenges military sniper teams from across the United States Armed Forc …