Category: Ammunition

SAAMI and USDOT-PHMSA Develop Guidance for Shippers of Ammunition, Component Parts

NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that a collaborative effort between the U.S. Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and SAAMI has resulted in the development of educational resources that provide guidance for shippers of ammunition and components.

This PHMSA-SAAMI collaborative effort is timely and important because with the increased demand for ammunition and components, the amount sold online and shipped by small distributors, retailers and individuals has increased dramatically. By providing this information, PHMSA and SAAMI will help to ensure that shipments of small arms ammunition and components are done safely and in accordance with existing requirements under the Hazardous Materials Regulations.

The document, called “The Facts on Small Arms-related HAZMAT,” provides information on determining what items are considered hazardous materials, what “EX Approvals” are and how they are used, packaging of explosives, shipping smokeless and black powder, shipping primers/percussion caps, shipping ammunition and empty primed cases, and shipping using the “Limited Quantity” (“LQ”) exemption. Read more

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New Berger 6.5 PRC and 300 PRC Elite Hunter Ammunition

Mesa, AZ – Berger is eager to announce the addition of both 6.5 PRC and 300 PRC cartridges to the popular Elite Hunter ammunition line.

Berger Elite Hunter ammunition features a high BC, hybrid-ogive Elite Hunter bullet intended for serious hunters demanding an ethical, long-range precision solution. Elite Hunter bullets utilize Berger’s J4 Hunting Jacket, which allows 2-3” penetration before producing extreme hydrostatic shock and a massive wound cavity to the vitals. The Elite Hunter deposits its energy where most effective – inside the animal.

Berger 6.5 PRC, 156 Grain Elite Hunter Ammunition

Berger’s popular 156 Grain Elite Hunter projectile is heaviest-in-class and has immediately become a favorite for serious handloaders, and accuracy enthusiasts stalking mid-to-large sized game. New 6.5 PRC Elite Hunter ammunition proves that elk are no match for the 156 Grain bullet. Berger Elite Hunter ammunition is assembled with the finest premium cartridge cases, clean burning and temperature stable propellant, and Berger’s field-tested Elite Hunter projectiles. Spend time preparing for your next hunt on the firing line or in the field…instead of at the reloading bench with Berger Elite Hunter. Ships this Fall, 2022. Read more

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Federal Ammunition Announces the 30 Super Carry

ANOKA, Minnesota –– Federal Ammunition is proud to announce its all-new 30 Super Carry cartridge and will showcase this new product launch at the 2022 SHOT Show (Booth No. 11838), January 18-21 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Federal Ammunition has 100 years of experience producing ammunition and is the ideal company to develop a better concealed carry cartridge for the next generation of self-defense pistols, and that’s exactly what the company has accomplished with this introduction. With so many advantages over existing cartridges, 30 Super Carry stands to revolutionize self-defense.

The new 30 Super Carry cartridge provides the power of the 9mm Luger with comparable felt recoil. The .312-inch diameter projectile carries the same energy as 9mm Luger at the muzzle, with better ballistics than 380 Auto. In addition, it could be chambered in smaller, easier to conceal handguns, once gun manufacturers start to offer guns designed and built specifically for this cartridge. Read more

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Winchester Ammunition FBI 9mm Contract Award

EAST ALTON, IL — Winchester Ammunition has been awarded in three out of four categories on a recent Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) 9mm ammunition contract. This annually renewable, five-year contract granted awards to Winchester in the following categories: FBI’s Duty/Service (Micro), Training – Reduced Lead and Frangible.

• Duty/Service (Micro) – Winchester 147 gr. Bonded Encapsulated +P; Maximum NTE Threshold: $10M
• Training – Reduced Lead – Winchester 147 gr. EFMJ; Maximum NTE Threshold: $4M
• Frangible – Winchester 90 gr. Frangible Lead Free +P; Maximum NTE Threshold: $2M

Awards were made based on a competitive, three-factor evaluation including technical merit, past performance and price proposals.

As the world’s largest small caliber ammunition enterprise, Winchester has supported America’s military, federal government and law enforcement for more than a century. It is an honor to carry on this legacy and continue to serve the brave men and women of the FBI via this award.

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Federal and Speer Ammunition Awarded FBI Contracts

ANOKA, Minnesota –– The FBI awarded Federal and Speer Ammunition in all four categories of its handgun ammunition bid. This prestigious award keeps 35,000 employees trained and ready for duty. Three of the rounds will be manufactured in the Anoka, Minnesota facility and the other will be built in Lewiston, Idaho.

Federal and Speer were the only brands to be collectively awarded in all four ammunition categories: Service (Full Size), Service (Micro), Reduced-Lead Training, and Frangible. Federal and Speer were the primary for the Training and Frangible rounds with secondary designations for the full size and micro service rounds.

“It is an honor that our brands continue to be selected for use by the most trusted law enforcement agency and value the products we make,” said Federal’s President Jason Vanderbrink. “The ongoing validation of the technology and performance found in every round of ammunition made by our highly skilled American workforce brings great pride to our company.”

This Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract is a one-year base contract with four possible option years. “We are excited to build the FBI the best bullets on the market for both duty and training,” said David Leis, Federal and Speer’s Vice President of Law Enforcement, Government and International Sales. “This is a win for our engineering team as the FBI will be utilizing new as well as refined bullet technology in their firearms for both service and training.”

Federal ammunition can be found at dealers nationwide or purchased online direct from Federal. For more information on all products from Federal or to shop online, visit www.federalpremium.com. For information on Speer visit www.speer.com.

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U.S. Army Awards Winchester $20 Million Series of Next Generation Squad Weapons Contracts

EAST ALTON, IL (January 3, 2022) — Winchester, the largest manufacturer of small caliber ammunition for the U.S. military, announced that the U.S. Army has awarded the company a total of $20 million in cost-plus and firm-fixed-price contracts related to ammunition development, manufacturing facility requirements analysis and production capacity planning for the 6.8mm Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) program.

Work will be performed at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (LCAAP) in Independence, Missouri, the United States’ only government-owned, contractor-operated small caliber ammunition production facility. These projects were awarded under Winchester’s $8 billion contract to operate LCAAP.

“Winchester is honored to have been selected by the U.S. Army to execute NGSW program activities at Lake City,” said Brett Flaugher, president of Winchester Ammunition. “The NGSW program represents our military’s significant investment in the future U.S. Warfighter, and the work being performed under these contracts is the genesis for generations of NGSW programs to come.” Read more

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Lapua Seeks Rimfire Performance Center Manager

Marengo, OH – Lapua, world-renowned for producing the finest rimfire cartridges, is seeking candidates for Rimfire Performance Center Manager. The position will manage all aspects of the operation for the Lapua Rimfire Performance Center, located at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, OH. The Lapua Rimfire Test Center offers competitive shooters and consumers alike the opportunity to test-fire and match individual lots of Lapua premium ammunition to their target rifles and pistols.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Promote the Lapua Rimfire Performance Center with support from the Lapua Marketing team
  • Manage inbound and outbound shipments of test firearms
  • Schedule customer appointments for live testing at the facility
  • Provide customer support with incoming service calls, emails, and technical inquiries
  • Perform ammunition tests with customer platforms and interpret test results
  • Maintain the safety, functionality, and cleanliness of the Lapua Test Center

Requirements, Education and Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
  • Competitive shooting experience
  • Mechanical aptitude Read more
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Clarus Acquires Barnes Bullets’ Utah HQ

Clarus Corporation announced that it has purchased the headquarters of its Barnes brand. The building, located in Mona, UT, is both the headquarters and production facility for the Barnes brand. Clarus purchased the building and land for $9.5 million.

John Walbrecht, President of Clarus, said, “By making the strategic decision to purchase Barnes’ headquarters and surrounding land, we believe that we now have greater flexibility to expand capacity for the Barnes brand, which is of high importance as we look for ways to better serve our customers through the increased output to meet expected continued strong demand. We are deeply committed to not only growing our portfolio of ‘super-fan’ brands but also investing in the people and places that make our brands who they are today. We are thrilled to be further solidifying our presence in the great state of Utah.”

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT, Clarus’ portfolio of brands includes Black Diamond, Rhino-Rack, MaxTrax, Sierra, and Barnes bullets.

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RCBS Expands Precision Mic and Chamber Gauge Lineups

New Cartridge Offerings Include 6mm Creedmoor, Others

OROVILLE, Calif. –– RCBS®, the leading manufacturer of ammunition reloading equipment for rifles and pistols, has announced the expansion of its Precision Mic and Chamber Gauge offerings with the addition of several new cartridge options.

The RCBS Precision Mic lineup will now include 6mm Creedmoor, 6mm GT and
6.5 PRC, while the Chamber Gauge lineup has added 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, .243 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, 300 Winchester Magnum and .44 Magnum.

The RCBS Precision Mic helps reloaders determine chamber headspace and bullet seating depth to within 0.001 inches. By measuring from the datum point on the case shoulder to the base, the precision mic gives reloaders spot-on Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) tolerance readings, making it an indispensable tool for safe, accurate reloads.

The RCBS Chamber Gauge is designed to measure minimum SAAMI specs, verifying overall cartridge length and ensuring rounds will safely chamber. Reloaders can simply drop a loaded round into the chamber gauge to see if it will fit their firearm. Read more

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Remington Reintroduces Classic Peters Paper Shotshells

Lonoke, Arkansas – December 13, 2021 – Remington Ammunition has announced the reintroduction of the nostalgic favorite shotshell of shooters everywhere, Peters Paper. Trap, skeet and sporting clays shooters can now experience the thrill of shooting classic paper loads with modern performance. Sold exclusively on Remington.com and available for a limited time only, shooters and collectors are encouraged to buy today.

Peters Paper shotshells promise less felt recoil and trusted functionality backed by decades of performance. These loads feature the classic retro blue paper hull, clean and reliable primers, carefully selected powder blends and high antimony shot for tight, uniform patterns on clay targets.

“We’ve talked a lot about Big Green being back. Now we are thrilled to add some blue into the mix,” said Remington’s Director of Marketing Joel Hodgdon. “These Peters shotshells are a true classic that so many shooters know and love. Remington is proud to introduce paper loads back into our lineup, but don’t worry, we are still making millions of plastic Remington rounds too.” Read more

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