8-K false 0001092796 0001092796 2026-07-15 2026-07-15 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 15, 2026 Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Nevada 001-31552 87-0543688 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 1852 Proffitt Springs Road Maryville , Tennessee 37801 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) (800) 331-0852 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions ( see General Instruction A.2. below): ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, Par Value $0.001 per Share SWBI Nasdaq Global Select Market Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 §CFR 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On July 15, 2026, Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. hosted an investor day at its corporate headquarters. Attached as Exhibit 99.1 is the related slide presentation. The information provided pursuant to this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1 in Item 9.01, is “furnished” and shall not be deemed to be “filed” with the Securities and Exchange Commission or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in any such filings. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits . Exhibit No. 99.1 Investor Day 2026 presentation, dated July 15, 2026 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. SMITH & WESSON BRANDS, INC. Date: July 15, 2026 By: /s/ Deana L. McPherson Deana L. McPherson Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, and Assistant Secretary

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. held an investor day on July 15, 2026, at its corporate headquarters in Maryville, Tennessee, to present strategic initiatives and business outlook to stakeholders through a formal slide presentation.

On July 15, 2026, Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. hosted an investor day at its corporate headquarters, where they presented key updates and strategic initiatives to stakeholders. The event was accompanied by a slide presentation attached as Exhibit 99.1. This event is significant as it allows the company to communicate directly with investors about its business outlook and operational strategies, enhancing transparency and engagement with shareholders. The information presented is intended to inform and guide investment decisions related to the company's performance.

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