Hawes

Hawes Firearms Company was an influential American firearms importer and distributor based in Los Angeles, California. Founded by William B. Hawes in the mid-20th century, the company gained prominence for importing a diverse range of firearms from European manufacturers. In the 1960s and 1970s, Hawes Firearms became known for providing affordable and reliable firearms to the American market. They notably imported single-action revolvers, particularly the “Hawes Western Marshal” series, replicas of the iconic Colt Single Action Army revolver, which appealed to shooting enthusiasts and collectors alike. Despite their popularity, financial challenges led to the company’s closure in the 1980s. Nevertheless, Hawes Firearms left a lasting impact on the firearms community, and their firearms continue to hold value as collectibles, preserving a significant part of American firearms importation history.