Videos tagged with Vista Outdoor

The largest US civilian ammunition producer, formerly Vista Outdoor's Kinetic Group (Federal, Remington, CCI, Speer), has been acquired by the European defense conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG). While US factories and jobs remain, boardroom control has shifted overseas. This acquisition introduces potential risks for civilian ammunition supply and pricing due to CSG's NATO-facing defense contracts and potential influence from foreign regulatory policies, impacting availability during demand spikes.

The American ammunition industry is experiencing significant consolidation and financial strain despite seemingly full shelves. Major players like Vista Outdoor have restructured, selling their ammo division to Czechoslovak Group (CSG) to form The Kinetic Group. This shift is driven by a cooling market post-pandemic boom, increased overhead from rapid expansion, and pressure from imports and leaner competitors. Shooters are advised to adapt by diversifying their ammo sources, focusing on deals, and considering reloading to navigate these market dynamics.

This video provides an update on Savage Arms, a prominent firearm manufacturer, discussing its recent transition from public to private ownership after being part of Vista Outdoor. American Rifleman's Evan Brune interviews Rob Gates, VP of Sales and Marketing at Savage, to gain insights into the company's current status and direction.

This video discusses the substantial upcoming price increases for ammunition, primarily driven by a global gunpowder shortage and unprecedented demand. Vista Outdoor is cited as a major manufacturer implementing these hikes. The speaker also touches on the historical context of 'Saturday Night Specials' and raises questions about potential anti-gun lobby influence on supply chains, arguing that ammunition is a critical vulnerability for Second Amendment rights.

This video from Guns & Gadgets announces a significant upcoming increase in ammunition prices, effective January 1, 2024. The price hikes are attributed to unprecedented demand and a global shortage of gunpowder, impacting major brands owned by Vista Outdoor, including Federal, CCI, Remington, and Speer. The speaker, identified as an experienced individual with knowledge of the gun industry and ownership of Blackout Coffee, details the percentage increases across various ammunition types and powders, emphasizing that this will affect all firearm users from trainers to hobbyists.

This video discusses the significant reduction or halt in civilian handgun ammunition production by Vista Outdoor, potentially due to prioritizing military contracts and a recent $1.91 billion sale of its facilities to Czech company Revelist. The speaker, exhibiting high authority in firearms commentary, speculates about market manipulation and the implications of foreign ownership of major American ammunition brands.

The video discusses critical issues impacting the civilian ammunition supply. It highlights the sale of Vista Outdoor's production facilities, which own major brands like Remington, Federal, and CCI, to a Czech company. Additionally, a recent explosion at a Hornady factory has further reduced production capacity. The speaker, identified as the God Family and Guns Host, notes that global conflicts in Ukraine and Israel are depleting U.S. and European stocks, leading to a grim outlook for market recovery, potentially spanning years or even decades.

This expert-level analysis from Backfire delves into Hornady's new .22 ARC cartridge and ELD-VT bullets, comparing their ballistics to established calibers like .223 Remington and .22-250 Remington. The review highlights the .22 ARC's advantages in wind drift and low recoil, making it suitable for varmint hunting and AR-15 platforms. It also critically examines recent, underreported ammunition industry shifts, including Vista Outdoor's sale of major brands to a foreign entity and ATF actions impacting ammo imports and domestic supply from Lake City.

Vista Outdoor is selling its ammunition brands, including Federal, CCI, Speer, and Remington, to the Czech-based Czechoslovak Group (CSG) for $1.9 billion. While the deal is pending regulatory and stockholder approval, CSG, an industrial technology holding company owned by Michael Strnad, intends to maintain and potentially expand US manufacturing. Concerns exist about potential pressure from the Czech Republic to prioritize S&B ammunition sales, but the current outlook suggests CSG aims to increase production.

Vista Outdoor, the largest civilian ammunition producer in North America, has sold all its manufacturing facilities, including brands like Federal, CCI, Speer, Remington, and Hevi-Shot, to a Czech billionaire for $1.91 billion. This sale raises concerns about future ammunition availability, especially given ongoing global shortages and the US Army reportedly ceasing civilian ammo production. The new entity will be named Revelyst.

This video offers an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the Remington Ammunition factory in Lonoke, Arkansas. It details the manufacturing process for Remington's centerfire handgun and rifle ammunition, from melting recycled lead to forming copper jackets and assembling projectiles. The segment highlights the efficiency of the plant's design, the time-tested machinery, and a new facility dedicated to 9mm Luger FMJ production. It also touches on the brand's recent acquisition by Vista Outdoor and the subsequent reinvestment to bring the factory back to full capacity.

Vista Outdoor has acquired the iconic Remington Ammunition brand, aiming to revive its manufacturing operations in Lonoke, Arkansas. The acquisition follows Remington's 2020 bankruptcy, with Vista Outdoor integrating the brand alongside Federal, CCI, and Speer. The focus is on restoring quality, securing raw materials, and re-employing skilled workers to meet high market demand for popular lines like Core-Lokt and UMC.