Videos tagged with Speer Ammunition

This video analyzes the current state of the US ammunition industry, highlighting a significant downturn following the 2020-2022 boom. Major manufacturers like Vista Outdoor are undergoing restructuring, Remington faces challenges from past bankruptcies, and Winchester relies heavily on government contracts to offset softer commercial sales. The market is increasingly influenced by imported ammunition and a more price-sensitive consumer base, leading to oversupply and promotional pricing.

The video details the acquisition of major US ammunition brands like Federal, Remington, CCI, and Speer by the European-based Czechoslovak Group (CSG). It explains that while manufacturing remains in the US, boardroom control has shifted, potentially impacting civilian ammo supply and pricing due to CSG's defense contracts and European regulatory pressures. The speaker advises proactive measures like diversifying ammo sources, maintaining personal inventory, and understanding market signals to mitigate potential disruptions.

The video analyzes the current state of the US ammunition industry, highlighting a significant downturn following the 2020-2022 boom. Major companies like Vista Outdoor have restructured, selling off their ammunition divisions to foreign entities like the Czechoslovak Group (now Kinetic Group). Remington faces challenges due to past bankruptcies, while Winchester leverages government contracts to offset softer civilian sales. The market is experiencing oversupply, leading to price reductions and increased reliance on imports, impacting the pricing power of legacy domestic manufacturers.

This guide explains the implications of the Czechoslovak Group's acquisition of major US ammunition brands like Federal, Remington, and CCI. It highlights how foreign ownership, military contract prioritization, and international regulations can impact civilian ammo availability and pricing. The advice focuses on diversifying sources, proper storage, and maintaining personal preparedness to navigate potential supply chain disruptions.

A significant price increase for ammunition from major brands including Federal, CCI, Remington, Blazer, Speer, Fiocchi, BMP, and Heavyshot is announced to take effect April 1st. The increases, estimated between 3-12%, are attributed by the Czech Group (owner of many of these brands) to rising raw material costs, supply chain constraints, volatile commodity markets, and increased logistics expenses. The video advises consumers to purchase ammunition before the price hike and to strategically stock up.

The Kinetic Group, a major US ammunition producer, is implementing price increases across its brands including Federal, CCI, Remington, Speer, and Blazer, effective October 1st, 2025. These increases range from 4-12% depending on the ammunition type, with handgun ammunition potentially seeing the highest jump. The stated reasons include rising raw material costs, supply chain volatility, and quality control improvements, though the speaker suggests profit motives are a primary driver.

This video from Line45, hosted by Ted, analyzes the potential for an ammunition shortage in 2025, focusing on the critical components of primers and powder rather than just empty shelves. It highlights the fragility of the supply chain, drawing parallels to the 2020 shortage caused by pandemic shutdowns, civil unrest, and a surge in new gun owners. The expert discusses significant investments in US-based primer and powder production, such as White River Energetics' expansion and new propellant plant, and upgrades at Lake City Ammunition Plant, as key factors mitigating future shortages. The video advises smart, steady stockpiling rather than panic buying.

This guide details how to restock ammo cans, a common practice for firearms enthusiasts. Johnny Q, a firearms and tactical gear content creator, demonstrates the efficient process of transferring bulk Speer 9mm Luger ammunition into a Bullet Vault ammo can. The video emphasizes proper storage for maintaining a ready supply of 'freedom seeds'.

This video discusses the ongoing sale of Vista Outdoor, a major US ammunition manufacturer, and its implications. It details the initial $1.91 billion deal with Czechoslovak Group (CSG) and subsequent unsolicited offers from Colt CZ Group and MNC Capital Partners, the latter reaching $3.2 billion. The speaker expresses concern over foreign ownership of a critical American industry and questions potential impacts on ammunition availability and pricing.

The video discusses the current ammunition shortage in 2024, attributing it to increased demand, manufacturers prioritizing military contracts for the war in Ukraine, and potential supply chain disruptions. It highlights specific calibers like 9mm Luger, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP being most affected. The discussion also delves into legislative threats to Second Amendment rights, including potential bans on certain firearms and ammunition, and details the new Illinois handgun ammunition serialization law and its implications for manufacturers and retailers.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses an impending ammunition price increase effective January 1st, 2024. Brett Nelson explains that Vista Outdoor, which owns major brands like Federal, Speer, Remington, CCI, and Alliant Powder, has notified suppliers of substantial price hikes due to unprecedented demand and a global gunpowder shortage. The increases will affect various ammunition types, including shotshells, rifle, handgun, .22LR, WMR/HMR, and primers, with some as high as 10% for Alliant Powder. The speaker emphasizes that this is driven by market forces and raw material costs.

This video discusses a significant development in the firearms industry: a bidding war for Vista Outdoor's ammunition manufacturing assets. Initially set to be sold to Czechoslovak Group (CSG) for $1.91 billion, an unsolicited offer of $1.74 billion has been made by Colt CZ Group. The outcome of this situation will determine the ownership of major American ammo brands like Federal, CCI, and Remington.