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CCI/Speer

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Heritage & History CCI/Speer are twin ammunition brands operating under the Vista Outdoor corporate umbrella, both founded in Lewiston, Idaho, and sharing manufacturing facilities while maintaining distinct product identities. :::callout Two brothers, one legacy: Richard Speer founded CCI (Cascade Cartridge Inc.) in 1951 for rimfire ammunition. His brother Vernon Speer had already started making bullets in his garage in 1943. Today, CCI dominates rimfire and Speer dominates law enforcement am...

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CCI/Speer

Comprehensive guide to CCI/Speer ammunition brands, covering rimfire and centerfire cartridges, Gold Dot defensive loads, manufacturing history, and buying advice.

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