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Outdoor Playground Inc. Completes Acquisition & Immediate Sale of 1st Contact Tungsten Inc. to Establish a Veteran-Owned Brand

September 11, 2024, Los Angeles, CA -  
Outdoor Playground Inc., the parent company of MONSTERBASS, proudly announces the acquisition and immediate sale of the assets of 1st Contact Tungsten LLC. This strategic move was undertaken to transform 1st Contact Tungsten into a Veteran-owned and operated brand, aligning with our commitment to support Veterans and enhance the fishing community.

Mission and Vision of 1st Contact Tungsten
1st Contact Tungsten’s veteran ownership group is greater than the required 51%, proudly dedicated a combined 84 years of service to this country and is excited to now be dedicated to providing high-quality tungsten products to anglers nationwide. The brand stands out in the industry for its commitment to supporting Veterans, pledging to donate 5% of its profits to Veteran initiatives. This unique approach not only delivers superior fishing products but also contributes to meaningful causes that benefit our nation’s heroes.

In a significant departure from industry norms, 1st Contact Tungsten has committed to not manufacturing or selling lead-based products. This decision underscores the brand's commitment to environmental stewardship and raising awareness about the dangers of lead in our waterways. By exclusively offering tungsten products, the company aims to promote safer, more sustainable fishing practices.

"We are thrilled to have facilitated the transformation of 1st Contact Tungsten into a Veteran-owned & operated brand," said Rick Patri, CEO of Outdoor Playground Inc. "This initiative aligns with our values and commitment to giving back to the community and supporting our Veterans. We believe that 1st Contact Tungsten’s mission to provide high-quality, environmentally conscious products while supporting Veterans will resonate deeply with our community and anglers across the country."

"I am honored to lead 1st Contact Tungsten and to bring our mission to life," said Matt Brown, Managing Partner, 1st Contact Tungsten. "Our commitment to producing top-quality tungsten products while eliminating the use of lead is a significant step towards protecting our waterways. Furthermore, our pledge to donate 5% of our profits to Veteran initiatives is a cause that is deeply personal to me and to our entire team. We are excited to serve the angling community with products that make a difference."

 

About 1st Contact Tungsten
1st Contact Tungsten is a Veteran-owned and operated company committed to delivering high-quality tungsten fishing products to anglers across the United States. With a mission to eliminate lead-based products and to donate 5% of profits to Veteran initiatives, the company aims to promote sustainable fishing practices and support the Veteran community.  You can purchase 1st Contact Tungsten products at Tackle Warehouse.

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Media Inquiries
Rick Patri
310.922.8373
rick@outdoorplayground.com

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