A+B Bürsten-Technik AG Acquires Raetz Firearm Cleaning Business
A+B Bürsten-Technik AG has acquired the firearm cleaning business of Büchsenmacherei Ferdinand Raetz, assuming responsibility for the production and distribution of the company’s premium cleaning rods and brushes as of March 1, 2026. The transition is part of a succession plan established by Carola and Ferdinand Raetz, who built a reputation for high-quality firearm cleaning products serving gunsmiths, retailers and shooting enthusiasts across Europe.
Under the agreement, manufacturing of the Raetz premium cleaning rod line will be transferred from Engen-Neuhausen, Germany, to the A+B Bürsten-Technik AG production facility in Wattwil, Switzerland. The products will be integrated into the company’s existing manufacturing operations.
A+B Bürsten-Technik said the move will ensure the long-term continuation of the Raetz premium product line while leveraging the company’s extensive expertise in brush manufacturing and its established European distribution network. The Switzerland-based manufacturer is known for its specialized technical brushes and precision brush solutions used in a range of industrial applications. Its experience in brush engineering and production provides a strong foundation for the continued development of the Raetz firearm cleaning line.
Company officials noted that maintaining the high standards associated with the Raetz brand will remain a top priority. Quality, precision manufacturing, and dependable delivery will continue to serve as guiding principles for the product range.
Carola and Ferdinand Raetz will assist during the transition period, supporting the transfer of production knowledge and helping establish the new manufacturing process at the Wattwil facility. Customers and partners are expected to see continuity in product availability and service, now supported by the manufacturing infrastructure and technical capabilities of A+B Bürsten-Technik AG. In addition, A+B Bürsten-Technik plans to further expand its website and online shop to improve access to the firearm cleaning product range.
Carola and Ferdinand Raetz expressed their appreciation to customers and partners for their many years of trust and collaboration and said they are pleased to have found a capable successor in A+B Bürsten-Technik AG to carry forward the premium cleaning rod line.
