LAWRENCEBURG, Tenn. – Lawrence County Executive T.R. Williams, Lawrenceburg Mayor Blake Lay and Lawrence County Chamber officials today announced that Head Down Firearms will invest $4 million to locate its headquarters and new manufacturing operations in Lawrenceburg. The investment will create 30 new jobs in Lawrence County over the next five years.
Head Down Firearms manufactures custom rifles for sporting and self-defense use. The company has partnered with Lawrenceburg-based Smith Gun Co. Ltd. as its master dealer. A ribbon cutting for Head Down Firearms will be hosted at Smith Gun Co. Ltd. at 1934 Fall River Road in Lawrenceburg on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at 9:00am CDT.
Since 2016, Lawrence County has supported 10 economic development projects in Lawrence County, resulting in more than 1,000 job commitments and more than $50 million in capital investment.
“Our team is proud to call Lawrence County home. We are committed not only to providing the best products and services to our customers, but to also create a positive economic impact for the greater Lawrenceburg area.” – Jerrod Menz, President of Head Down Firearms
“On behalf of the City of Lawrenceburg, I would like to thank Head Down for investing in our community. This investment and jobs created here are a manifestation of the partnership and friendship formed between the company and our great city. Welcome to Lawrenceburg!” – Lawrenceburg Mayor Blake Lay
“It is a great privilege to welcome another great company to Lawrence County. This operation further proves that the business climate, quality of life, and quality of workforce in our community is second to none. On behalf of Lawrence County Government, we want to thank and congratulate Head Down Firearms.” – Lawrence County Executive T.R. Williams
“The Lawrence County Chamber congratulates Head Down Firearms on its decision to locate their headquarters and manufacturing operation to Lawrenceburg. We are proud to promote new job creation and attract new investments to our community and look forward to working with Head Down Firearms for many years to come.” – Ryan Egly, Lawrence County Chamber President & CEO
About the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
The Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is a network of businesses, industries, local governments, utilities, and private citizens that are committed to improving the quality of life in and around the Lawrence County, Tennessee region through economic, tourism, and workforce development.
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