Faxon Firearms Donates Custom ARAK-21® XRS to Support Youth Shooting Sports

Investing in the Future of the Shooting Sports

At Faxon Firearms, we believe the future of the shooting sports depends on responsible education, safe training, and access to quality equipment—especially for young shooters just getting started.

That’s why we’re proud to donate a custom FDE Cerakoted ARAK-21® XRS 5.56 rifle, personally autographed by Bob Faxon, to the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance (YSSA) charity auction taking place during the 2026 SHOT Show.

This one-of-a-kind rifle is available now through an exclusive online auction hosted by GunBroker.com, with bidding open through January 25:
View the Auction Listing & Place a Bid

Supporting Youth Shooting Sports Nationwide

The Youth Shooting Sports Alliance was established to help keep hunting and shooting traditions strong by introducing young people to the shooting sports in a safe, responsible, and structured way.

Since 2007, YSSA has served as a central resource for youth shooting and hunting programs across the country—helping provide the equipment, supplies, and support these programs often struggle to secure on their own.

The YSSA identifies and supports priority youth shooting programs that best contribute to the long-term growth of the shooting sports community by distributing equipment and supplies to address growth limitations.

A SHOT Show Charity Auction with Real Impact

During SHOT Show 2026, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) and GunBroker are teaming up for a special online charity auction benefiting YSSA. GunBroker has waived all seller and buyer fees, ensuring every dollar raised directly supports YSSA’s mission to provide gear, training support, and resources to youth shooting sports programs nationwide.

The auction runs January 6–25 exclusively on GunBroker.com. SHOT Show attendees can get an in-person look at select auction items at the YSSA booth #VL292, located in the main concourse outside the Law Enforcement Ballroom (Veronese Ballroom) at The Venetian Expo.

Auction Highlights

• “The Moschetti .38 Colt” — A custom-engraved Colt 1911 by SK Guns, created exclusively for this auction
• A CZ 457 American in .22 LR and a Dan Wesson handgun from CZ USA and Colt
• Two custom showpieces from Baron Engraving — A detailed Winchester rifle and an embellished Browning Bowie knife
• A Faxon Firearms ARAK-21 finished in custom Cerakote
• A rare Marlin biathlon rifle released from NSSF’s own vault

Why This Matters to Faxon Firearms

Firearms ownership and shooting sports participation don’t thrive by accident—they’re passed down through education, mentorship, and opportunity. Supporting organizations like YSSA helps ensure young shooters have access to the training and equipment needed to develop safe habits, lifelong skills, and a respect for the shooting sports.

This auction isn’t just about owning something extraordinary. It’s a way to invest in the next generation.

Bid Now & Make an Impact

The auction is live now and runs through January 25 exclusively on GunBroker.

View and bid on the Faxon ARAK-21® XRS here:
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1150314646

Thank you to the NSSF, GunBroker, YSSA, and the industry partners who continue to support the future of the shooting sports.