Fred Huntington
Entrepreneur and cartridge wildcatter
About Fred Huntington
Lived 1912 – 1998 (aged 85). Fred Huntington was an American gunsmith.
Fred Huntington (December 12, 1912 – August 10, 1998) was an entrepreneur and cartridge wildcatter involved in the shooting industry. Huntington founded RCBS which is today one of the leading manufacturers of cartridge handloading equipment. He also developed the .243 Rock Chucker cartridge which lead to the development of the .244 Remington (later renamed 6mm Remington).
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Who was Fred Huntington?
entrepreneur and cartridge wildcatter
When was Fred Huntington born?
Fred Huntington was born on 12 December 1912.
When did Fred Huntington die?
Fred Huntington died on 10 August 1998.
What was Fred Huntington's occupation?
Fred Huntington was a gunsmith.
What nationality was Fred Huntington?
Fred Huntington was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Huntington. https://biography.guide/fred-huntington/
MLA: "Fred Huntington." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-huntington/.
Chicago: "Fred Huntington." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fred-huntington/.
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