Sturm Ruger (RGR) director awarded 3,728 shares via RSU grants

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

STURM RUGER & CO INC director Aaron Roszell Rivers reported stock-based compensation awards that increase his direct holdings. He acquired 2,420 shares of common stock in a grant coded as an award, followed by an additional 1,308-share award, bringing his direct ownership to 3,728 shares.

The awards relate to restricted stock units that vest and convert to common stock on specific future dates. One RSU grant vests and converts on May 30, 2028, and the other vests and converts on April 9, 2031. These are compensation-related acquisitions at no cash price, not open-market purchases.

Insider Trade Summary

2 transactions reported

Mixed 2 txns

Insider Rivers Aaron Roszell

Role Director

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Common Stock	2,420	$0.00	--
Grant/Award	Common Stock	1,308	$0.00	--

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 2,420 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (1)

The restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock on April 9, 2031. The restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock on May 30, 2028.

Key Figures

First stock award: 2,420 shares Second stock award: 1,308 shares Holdings after awards: 3,728 shares +3 more

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First stock award 2,420 shares Award of common stock, transaction code A

Second stock award 1,308 shares Additional common stock award, transaction code A

Holdings after awards 3,728 shares Total direct common stock owned after transactions

Award price per share $0.00 per share Indicates compensation grant, not market purchase

RSU vesting date 1 April 9, 2031 Restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock

RSU vesting date 2 May 30, 2028 Restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock

Key Terms

restricted stock units, vest, grant/award acquisition, Form 4

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restricted stock units financial

"The restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock on April 9, 2031."

Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.

vest financial

"The restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock on May 30, 2028."

A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.

grant/award acquisition financial

"transaction_action: "grant/award acquisition" with transaction code description "Grant, award, or other acquisition""

Form 4 regulatory

"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4): { "issuerName": "STURM RUGER & CO INC""

Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.

Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →

04/10/2026 - 05:23 PM

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Rivers Aaron Roszell

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

C/O STURM, RUGER & COMPANY, INC..

700 S. AYERSVILLE ROAD

(Street)

MAYODAN

NORTH CAROLINA

27027

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
STURM RUGER & CO INC [ RGR ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director	10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/10/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Common Stock	04/10/2026		A		2,420⁽¹⁾	A	$0	2,420	D
Common Stock	04/10/2026		A		1,308⁽²⁾	A	$0	3,728	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Explanation of Responses:

1. The restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock on April 9, 2031.

2. The restricted stock units vest and convert to common stock on May 30, 2028.

	/s/ David J. Muhlenberg, attorney-in-fact	04/10/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What insider transaction did RGR director Aaron Roszell Rivers report?

Director Aaron Roszell Rivers reported receiving stock-based compensation awards. He acquired 2,420 and 1,308 shares of Sturm Ruger common stock through grants, raising his direct holdings to 3,728 shares. These were compensation awards, not open-market stock purchases.

How many Sturm Ruger (RGR) shares does the director hold after this Form 4?

After the reported grants, Aaron Roszell Rivers directly holds 3,728 shares of Sturm Ruger common stock. This reflects two award transactions on the same date, adding 2,420 shares and then 1,308 shares as part of his equity compensation.

Were the RGR insider transactions open-market buys or compensation grants?

The transactions were compensation grants, not open-market purchases. Both are coded as awards with a per-share price of $0.00, indicating equity compensation rather than cash-funded buying, and are tied to restricted stock units that convert into common stock at future vesting dates.

When do the reported Sturm Ruger (RGR) restricted stock units vest?

The reported restricted stock units vest and convert into Sturm Ruger common stock on two dates. One RSU grant vests on May 30, 2028, and the other on April 9, 2031, providing the director with future scheduled share delivery tied to continued service conditions.

What does the Form 4 reveal about RGR’s equity compensation structure?

The Form 4 shows Sturm Ruger using restricted stock units as part of director compensation. RSUs are granted now and vest later, with these particular awards converting into common stock on May 30, 2028 and April 9, 2031, aligning director incentives with long-term shareholder interests.