A lot of this stuff showing up on the shelves, but you won't know it cuzz
it's not all marked on the individual boxes (sometimes just the outside of
the case). If it's new GD ammo in 50 round boxes and cheap, most likely it's the reclassified stuff. Big difference from "recycled" LE ammo that did meet specs and is back on the market.
"Reclassified" ammo from Speer/Blount. "The ammunition that has been reclassified somehow failed to meet a contract stipulation. It is safe to shoot. Most is likely suitable for defensive use, but it would depend on the exact problem. A large quantity fell out for poor nickel plating on the cases. This nickel plating would not compromise the use of the ammunition, but flaking could present functional problems. Inspection of the ammunition you have should be able to determine if there is any worry in that regard. Other lots were reclassified for other reasons. In general I feel it is best to use it for practice and to prove functioning in the gun and stay with ammunition that was not reclassified for actual carry." - Guy Neill, Blount
Sporting Equipment Group
This does not make me feel warm and fuzzy about Speer, or the folks who sell it without mentioning it.
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