Editing Tom Kaye (section)

== Retirement ==

=== 2005 ===

Kaye retired from the paintball industry in 2005.[1]

His original Airgun Designs business ceased operating in its previous form.

=== Transition ===

Dave Zupan, an Airgun Designs engineer and technician, arranged to continue supplying existing parts and equipment.

The operation became associated with the name '''Airgun Designs USA'''.[11]

=== Later continuation ===

In 2015, Tim Glavin, known as Sandman, became involved in restoring the Automag product line and continuing parts support.

A 2020 Paintball Magazine retrospective documented this transition.[11]

=== Corporate distinction ===

The continued availability of Automag products after 2005 does not mean Kaye remained the owner or operator of the later business.

The original Airgun Designs company and subsequent operations should be distinguished in historical accounts.