Frequently Asked Questions
Who Owns Remington Ammo?
Remington, like other brands under the Kinetic Group umbrella, is owned by the Czechoslovak Group (CSG). CSG is also the owner of Federal Ammunition and Speer, among other leading ammo brands.
Where is Remington Ammo Made?
While Remington has operated many factories across the States throughout its long history, all Remington ammo today comes from its Lonoke, Arkansas, facility. Remington opened the Lonoke plant in 1970, well before Remington’s ammunition and firearms operations split into separate enterprises, and it still manufactures the same high-quality rounds today.
Is Remington Ammo Good Quality?
Remington has been around for a long time, and that longevity is due in part to its reliability. Its hunting and target shooting rounds, in particular, have remained popular among shooters for their accuracy and consistent performance. Many longtime users of the brand also suggested that Remington’s quality has gotten even better since its acquisition by the Kinetic Group.
What is Remington UMC Ammo?
UMC in Remington’s line of range ammunition. It’s a lower-cost, entry-level brand for stockpiling or spending a long day at the firing range without breaking the bank.
However, UMC was not always part of Remington. UMC is short for “Union Metallic Cartridge Company” and was originally its own, separate ammunition manufacturer. In 1912, UMC and Remington merged into a single company, which operated out of Bridgeport, Connecticut, until Remington moved its production to Arkansas in 1970.
Are Remington Core-Lokt Good for Deer?
Remington’s Core-Lokt cartridges are specifically designed for hunting medium to large game, including deer and elk. They feature a polymer tip that offers greater precision than the old, exposed lead variant and will cause the round to expand rapidly for a quick, ethical kill.
The combination of accuracy, penetration, and expansion without fragmentation makes Remington Core-Lokt an excellent brand of ammo for hunting deer. It will also perform well against elk and hogs.