Montana Governor Greg Gianforte Visits PROOF Research New Facility
Since its founding in 2012, PROOF has grown from a small Flathead Valley operation into a recognized innovator in precision shooting. Greg Hamilton, PROOF’s director of special projects and one of its earliest team members, spoke with Governor Greg Gianforte about the company’s Montana roots, the latest advancements in its PXT barrel technology and how the new facility supports PROOF’s plans for continued expansion and job creation in the state.
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Montana Governor Greg Gianforte Visits PROOF Research to Celebrate New Columbia Falls Facility
Columbia Falls, Montana – November, 2026 – PROOF Research® welcomed Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte to its Columbia Falls headquarters on Wednesday, Oct. 28, to celebrate the opening of the company’s newest facility and spotlight its continued growth as a Montana manufacturer.
Marked by a ribbon cutting for the new building, the visit gave Gov. Gianforte and First Lady Susan Gianforte an inside look at the team and technology behind PROOF’s carbon fiber and steel barrels, precision rifle systems and advanced composite stocks.
“Montana firearm and ammunition manufacturers are some of the best in the world, and PROOF Research is a great example of that,” said Gov. Gianforte. “From carbon fiber barrels to complete rifle systems, the innovation happening here in Columbia Falls is creating good-paying jobs and putting Montana manufacturing on the map. It was a privilege to meet the team and see their work firsthand.”
“It was an honor to welcome Governor Gianforte to PROOF Research and show him what our team builds here every day,” said KK Jense, founder and president of PROOF Research. “Our new facility reflects our commitment to growing right here in Montana, creating jobs in the Flathead Valley and continuing to push the limits of precision with technologies like PXT. We’re grateful for the Governor’s support of Montana manufacturing and the people who make it possible.”
Final Thoughts
Governor Greg Gianforte received a full tour of PROOF’s main manufacturing facility, including barrel manufacturing, carbon fiber stock production, and complete rifle builds. The visit wrapped up in PROOF’s indoor 100-meter range, where Governor Greg Gianforte had the opportunity to shoot an Elevation MTR FDX rifle chambered in 22 Creedmoor. The Elevation MTR FDX was recently named “Best Hunting Rifle of 2026” by Outdoor Life.
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