Built to Last with Brownells

Built to Last by Brownells is the official podcast of Brownells, created to give a voice to our customers, celebrate our legacy, and explore the tools, people, and knowledge that define excellence in the firearms industry.
Hosted by Tim Hadsell and co-hosted by Jude Teumer, Built to Last is recorded in the Ram Room at Brownells Headquarters in Grinnell, Iowa. Each episode dives into the stories that shaped Brownells, from obscure and entertaining company history to practical conversations around effective gunsmithing, trusted tools, and running iconic weapon platforms like the 1911 and AR-15.
New episodes release twice a month and run approximately 50 minutes, delivering thoughtful discussions, firsthand experience, and hard-earned insight from the people who live and breathe this industry. Listener questions, suggestions, and fan mail are always welcome at BuiltToLast@brownells.com.
Whether you are a seasoned gunsmith, a firearms enthusiast, or someone who values craftsmanship and tradition, Built to Last by Brownells offers authentic conversations rooted in experience, built on knowledge, and designed to stand the test of time.

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Please speak to a qualified firearm professional for any industry-related questions or decisions. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guests and do not reflect the official policy or position of any company. This content is intended for audiences 21 years or older. Viewer discretion is advised.

Guest

Pete Brownell

Pete Brownell is an accomplished executive recognized for his innovative thinking, strategic development, and thought leadership. With energy and instinctive vision, he simultaneously modernized the company's culture while unlocking geographic constraints and becoming a global enterprise. As CEO of Brownells, a major distributor of firearms, ammunition, optics, and gun accessories, he successfully transformed an 86-year-old direct marketing company into one of America's top 150 e-commerce businesses. Mr. Brownell more than doubled the business in the last four years by increasing product categories, expanding customer base to include individuals, military, law enforcement, and through streamlining automation of fulfillment services, maximizing supply chain partnerships, developing two innovative patents to improve customer interface, and establishing the company as a dominant brand in the industry.

Guest appearance on:

In the Beginning