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Friday, June 26, 2026  ■  Competition

Team Ruger's Kaleb Klein Secures Multiple Titles at 2026 Area 5 Steel Challenge Championship

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) proudly congratulates Team Ruger's Kaleb Klein on his stellar performance at the 2026 Area 5 Steel Challenge Championship in Terre Haute, IN. He showcased his skills and demonstrated the competitive readiness of Ruger firearms. Throughout the match, Klein displayed exceptional skill and composure, posting impressive stage times and maintaining a high level of performance across all events.

Initially, Klein dominated the Optical Sight Revolver and Iron Sight Revolver divisions with his Super GP100® revolver, finishing first in both. Subsequently, in the Rimfire Revolver Optics and Rimfire Revolver Iron divisions, he again claimed first place in both with his dependable GP100 revolver chambered in 22 LR. Klein tested his 10/22® rifle in the Rimfire Rifle Optics event, securing third place. Lastly, in the Rimfire Pistol Iron division, he competed with his Mark IV™ pistol and finished fourth.

Throughout the championship, Ruger firearms demonstrated consistent accuracy, smooth functioning and dependable performance, even under intense competition pressure. Trust in their reliability allowed Klein to focus entirely on speed, precision and execution, securing multiple titles and emphasizing the high quality and performance standards Klein represents in competitive shooting.

Abbey Clary, Ruger's Director of Media, Advertising and Public Relations, praised Kaleb Klein for his outstanding performance at the 2026 Area 5 Steel Challenge Championship. She noted that his multiple wins against a tough, skilled field showcase his talent and dedication. Clary also expressed pride in Ruger's firearms, highlighting their consistent accuracy, reliability and durability, qualities competitive shooters rely on.

Kaleb Klein's recent accomplishments continue to strengthen his impressive track record with Team Ruger and establish a solid momentum for the remainder of the 2026 season. Congratulations once again to Kaleb Klein!

For more information on the GP100 revolver, Mark IV pistol, 10/22 rifle or to learn more about the extensive line of award-winning Ruger firearms, visit Ruger.com, Facebook.com/Ruger or Instagram.com/Rugersofficial. To find accessories for the GP100, revolver, Mark IV, 10/22 and other Ruger firearms, visit ShopRuger.com or your local independent retailer of Ruger firearms.

About Ruger Firearms: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines, across the Ruger, Marlin and Glenfield brands. For more than 75 years, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, "Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®," echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.