Ben Winner

Founder, Tier 1 Kinetics

Tier 1 Kinetics is a premier firearms manufacturer founded in 2019 by Ben Winner. Based in Lake Point, Utah, Tier 1 Kinetics products are exclusively available through their network of trusted retail partners in Utah, Texas, and Florida.

With over a decade of experience in the firearms industry, Ben's passion for designing and building high-performance firearms was ignited during his time as a defense contractor, rotating in and out of Iraq. It was there that he began crafting custom weapon systems for his deployed friends, putting his expertise to use creating the tools they needed to get the job done.

Prior to founding Tier 1 Kinetics, Ben served as a consultant for Roam Rifles, where he designed test and evaluation protocols for their products. He also has a background in aircraft manufacturing, having worked at Epic and built his own aircraft that he flew for 11 years.

Today, Tier 1 Kinetics specializes in premium personal defense weapons, with a focus on short AR-15 platforms. The company's firearms are built to withstand extreme conditions, utilizing combat-proven components and materials. Through their exclusive retail partners, Tier 1 Kinetics serves customers nationwide with their expansive product catalog of over 10,000 firearms and accessories.

Ben and his team are dedicated to providing customers with the highest-quality, most reliable firearms on the market. By drawing on their extensive industry experience and a commitment to innovation, Tier 1 Kinetics is redefining the standard for personal defense weapons.

Ben Winner - Owner

Amanda Black - Compliance Manager

Ryan Buell - Gunsmith

Adam Refaelov - East Coast Sales Manager

Colin Bybee - T&E Technician/ Pro-Staff

Heather Refaelov - Marketing Specialist

Kiera J - Photographer