RareBreed Declares Total War on the Gun Industry

Published on June 12, 2026
Duration: 10:47

This video details Rare Breed Triggers' lawsuit against Mad River Firearms Co. for alleged patent infringement. The instructor explains how this action signifies Rare Breed's expansion of litigation from manufacturers to retailers, potentially impacting the entire firearms supply chain. The strategy aims to erode the funding base of competitors by targeting smaller businesses and large retailers alike.

Quick Summary

Rare Breed Triggers has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Mad River Firearms Co., marking a significant escalation in their legal strategy. This action expands litigation beyond manufacturers to include retailers and distributors, aiming to disrupt the sales of competing products and erode their competitors' funding base by challenging smaller businesses.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Rare Breed's Legal Escalation
  2. 00:57Sponsor: Fat-Tac Holsters
  3. 01:05The Lawsuit: Rare Breed vs. Mad River Firearms
  4. 01:41Patent Infringement Details (247 Patent)
  5. 01:54Translation: From Legalese to Plain English
  6. 02:06Shift to Retailer Litigation
  7. 02:46Targeting Both Sides of the Supply Chain
  8. 02:59Tactical Evaluation of Rare Breed's Strategy
  9. 03:32The 'Lawsuit Printer' Analogy
  10. 03:51Eroding the Funding Base
  11. 04:14Inducing Infringement: Active Steps
  12. 04:52Implications for Distributors and Content Creators
  13. 05:21Relief Sought in the Lawsuit
  14. 05:46Impact on Small Businesses
  15. 05:59Conclusion: Total War on Competition
  16. 06:18Final Thoughts and Disclaimer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main legal action Rare Breed Triggers has taken against its competition?

Rare Breed Triggers has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Mad River Firearms Co. in Ohio. This action signifies a strategic expansion of their litigation efforts to include retailers, not just manufacturers and importers, aiming to impact the broader firearms industry.

How does Rare Breed's lawsuit strategy differ from its previous actions?

Previously, Rare Breed focused litigation on manufacturers and importers. Now, they are targeting retailers and potentially distributors, aiming to disrupt the sales channels of competing products and erode their competitors' funding base by challenging smaller businesses.

What does 'inducing infringement' mean in the context of Rare Breed's lawsuit?

Inducing infringement means actively encouraging or facilitating others to violate a patent. In this case, Rare Breed alleges that Mad River Firearms Co. takes steps like providing installation instructions, advertising, and promoting the use of products that allegedly infringe on their patents.

What are the potential implications of this lawsuit for the firearms industry?

This lawsuit could have broad implications, potentially leading to increased legal costs for businesses across the supply chain, discouraging the sale of certain products, and creating a more litigious environment within the firearms industry. It signals a willingness to pursue legal action against various entities involved with competing products.

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