Touring an Ammunition Factory | Gun Talk Radio

Published on March 21, 2022
Duration: 4:31

This video provides an inside look at the CCI Speer ammunition factory in Lewiston, Idaho. It details the massive scale of ammunition production, including millions of rounds and primers manufactured daily. The segment also touches on the factors driving current ammunition demand, such as new gun owners and government procurement, and explains why primers are primarily used in loaded ammunition rather than being readily available for reloaders.

Quick Summary

The CCI Speer ammunition factory in Lewiston, Idaho, produces millions of rounds of ammunition and approximately 2 million primers daily. Demand is high due to military, law enforcement, and a surge in new gun owners. Most primers are used in factory-loaded ammo, with limited availability for reloaders.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to Gun Talk Radio Segment
  2. 00:15Visit to CCI Speer Factory in Lewiston, Idaho
  3. 00:28Factory Overview and Location
  4. 00:32Ammunition Types Produced (Rimfire & Handgun)
  5. 00:47Primer Manufacturing Facility
  6. 00:59Scale of Manufacturing Operations
  7. 01:01Workforce Size and Hiring Needs
  8. 01:12Visit to KOZI Radio Affiliate
  9. 01:20Visit to The Firing Edge Gun Store
  10. 01:46Factory Tour and Production Questions
  11. 02:04Daily Ammunition Production Volume
  12. 02:13Daily Primer Production Volume
  13. 02:28Estimating U.S. Ammunition Production
  14. 02:47Addressing Ammunition Shortage Concerns
  15. 02:56Factory Operations (24/7)
  16. 03:06Where is the Ammunition Going?
  17. 03:09Military and Government Procurement
  18. 03:21Demand from New Gun Owners
  19. 03:36Impact of New Shooters on Demand
  20. 04:00Ammunition Market Improvement
  21. 04:04Primer Availability for Reloaders
  22. 04:19Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the daily production capacity of the CCI Speer ammunition factory?

The CCI Speer factory in Lewiston, Idaho, is producing millions of rounds of ammunition daily. They are also manufacturing approximately 2 million primers each day to support this massive output.

What factors are contributing to the high demand for ammunition?

Current high demand for ammunition is driven by several factors, including significant procurement by the military and law enforcement agencies, and a substantial increase in new gun owners who are purchasing firearms and ammunition.

Are primers readily available for ammunition reloaders?

Most primers manufactured are used in the production of new, loaded ammunition. It's estimated that 90-95% of primers go into factory-loaded rounds, leaving a smaller supply available for reloaders.

How many people work at the CCI Speer ammunition factory?

The CCI Speer ammunition factory in Lewiston, Idaho, employs a substantial workforce of 1400 people. The company is actively looking to hire an additional 100 employees.

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