NEW YORK (AP) — Gun maker Colt Defense LLC filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy late Sunday, allowing for a quicker sale of operations in the U.S. and Canada.
In its filing, the company estimated that it owes up to $500 million to up to 50 creditors. It also listed assets of up to $500 million.
The West Hartford, Connecticut-based company said it secured $20 million in financing from its current lenders and will continue to operate while in bankruptcy. The entire restructuring process is expected to be complete within 90 days, after which Colt plans to remain in business.
Colt selected Sciens Capital Management LLC as its “stalking horse,” or lead bidder, in the sale.
In a statement, Colt said it will be able to reassure its employees of its commitment to continued operations in West Hartford through a long-term extension on the lease for its manufacturing facilities and campus. Union-related agreements will also be unaffected and employees will be paid all wages, salaries and benefits on a timely basis.
The current management team, which has been led since October 2013 by President and CEO Dennis Veilleux, will remain in place throughout the process.
The company was founded in 1855 by Samuel Colt and the revolvers it produced helped propel the firearms industry away from single-shot pistols. More recently, it was a supplier of the M4 carbine to the U.S. military.
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/gun-maker-colt-files-chapter-112818907.html
Do what ever it is your going to do, just finish my Peacemakers , ok?
sad, what a f’ed up company
stupid as shit to have to wait 2+ years for a set of custom revolvers yer dam lucky i really like em
Dennis Veilleux is a dump piece of shit.
One of the worlds top firearms makers and he ran it into a hole.
That is like taking coke-cola and bankrupting them.
Colt has to many Senior VP,s and VP,s that do not do shit.
All the top guys will walk with millions.
Will Soro’s buy up Colt and liquidate the company?
I did not know this. wonder what mr. veilleux’s background and heritage is?
took over in 2013, look at his pic’s.
motive anyone?