Ammo 2020: 2 Little 2 Late...

[@walterminer4990]

I used to just stop in Wal Mart and grab a couple boxes every month. I went to the range but replaced 1 for 1, have to manage money when retired. But, I'm good here! I was talking to a much younger person who was going to spend near a thousand bucks on ammo because a "Friend" told him " old ammo is old get rid of it"! I explained to the fellow if it's been kept dry, isn't "green" on the casing, keep it! If your nervous take a round or two from each box and go shoot it! It WILL go bang KEEP IT! Don't listen to all the keyboard commandos around. I COULD have given him a couple hundred bucks for a large container full. Can't rob someone, it isn't right! Best to ya',,,,!

[@427SuperSnake1]

I always stack the rifle ammo twice as high as pistol ammo. If it does ever hit the fan I want something that moves over 2,000FPS rather than any of pistol calibers.

[@TheOl1911]

That's a very good idea.

[@raider762]

Do support your local gun shop. Sometimes they will even call or text when they got some ammo you want. Like that impossible to feed M1 Garand.

[@damnyankeerider5959]

I too did what you did for the last four years. Myself I enjoy shooting .22. I also shoot 9mm and .380 but .22 is my go to fun ammo. I’d shoot 100 rounds and replace it with 1,000. I now own 39,000. .22 and the components to make 60,000 9 and .380. Your plan for ammo works

[@charleygreycat3352]

Bravo! Just like you, I have always bought (or reloaded) two for every one I shot. Have been doing this for over 30 years. Every time I saw a good deal, I bought as much as I can afford to add to the stock. Made a big mistake last week -- went to the range and forgot my brass catcher. Of 200 5.56 rounds fired, I only collected 38 brass cases -- the brass deflector on my carbine sent the rest forward of the firing line & the range master was happy to collect my brass. Be well & keep your powder dry!

[@Jane.Doe.]

@Charley Greycat Dang! That really sucks. I bet you were just hitting yourself all the way back home. 🙈🥴 I felt bad reading your comment. Anyway, I hope all is well- from the mountains here in NW Colorado - EDIT - I love your beautiful kitty on your pic! I have 3 of my own that I love dearly! 😽🐾

[@pnlson5629]

I literally had a nightmare last year October that there would be an ammo shortage in 2020 because of election year BS. So I started stocking up then... Had no idea it'd be anything like this....

[@rhdtv2002]

Let me know when you have a beautiful dream of stock piles if ammo for sale

[@jyc2201]

Everyone should have seen this coming after the Obama years.

[@butsmash]

I think that's the right idea, without family and community how can one truly live/survive. In times of crisis is when americans should come together and lookout for one another. Stay safe!

[@raider762]

I remember 2008. No 22LR anywhere. It sucked. Yeah about 2009 ammo got better. Take 2 in 2012 was bullshit. Just like now (April 2020 to now oct 2021), but now seems worse than both of those times.

[@mousevision661]

"we will remember each other" you got that right!

[@independentthinker8930]

I always bought at least a brick at every gun show just for stash. Been at it since 86. I love the 1911, best handgun ever made

[@Chevy2U]

Learned my lesson years ago here behind enemy lines in California. Purchase piles of brass, primers, powder, bullets, and reloading tools as an primary source and rarely touching my factory ammo except rimfire. The biggest challenge has been closed ranges or limited availability and having to pay double for range fees. Keeping my fingers & toes cross for a Trump Victory for president and Supreme Court nominee.

[@jessbowers327]

We at least got the Supreme Court Nominee! Trump 2020

[@mattburns545]

Pay it forward, you don’t have to give anything away, but if you don’t need it, hook someone up and ask them to do the same for someone else.

[@ruthford112]

I also stocked up on ammo from Walmart when it was available. Have a good supply an guard it like gold. Still buy defensive ammo when I find it even though it's more expensive because how much is your life worth. 40 an 45 are my favorites. Also have hundreds of rounds of 762/39.

[@ieaEH]

I stocked up 2008 through 2016 and also bought reloading components and a progressive loading machine im doing great during this ammo shortage

[@russelder9743]

Enjoy your view on ammo....very smart ....I got into re-loading about 2 yrs ago and glad I did now I have a little cushion....good advise with carry ammo stick to the one you like best if you can.......its nice to be able to help each other out

[@Jane.Doe.]

Love the video Sir! I 100% agree with you on all of us armed citizens sticking together and just helping eachother out when possible. I met a couple of great guys that work in the firearm dept at my local Scheels who will set ammo aside for me when they get their shipments in, as well as specific firearms (new or used) that they know I'm looking to buy. It's a really nice, thoughtful thing to do and I am so very very grateful to them! I would absolutely help someone out if they needed certain ammo and I'm able to spare a box or two. It's the only way things should be in our community, you know we've got to stick together through all the crazy. 👀 🤝 Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, appreciate that! You take care now ✌️

[@Karamojo7mm]

Years ago, I started reloading my own ammunition. Motivation was not primarily to save costs but rather to stay „independent“ as much as I can from (factory) ammo supply on the market. That was a good decision, because brass I already had on hand as well as primers, bullets and powder (of course, it is a good idea to have a good supply to begin with and to re-stock in a timely manner). Another big plus is that I am able to reload odd calibers at a fraction of the cost of factory ammunition, which is often difficult to find. I rather try to find and invest in a sufficient quantity of brass rather than finding a few precious boxes of factory ammunition. If you know what you’re doing, your home-brewed stuff is usually on par or even surpassing commercial ammunition.

[@kyrozudesoya1829]

Been getting to 38/357 during this mess. Think when this blows over I'm gonna be into reloading it. 🖒

[@gunlover067]

Smart man👍 I did the same, shoot a box buy two boxes keep up your supply and people won't have to pay supply and demand prices👍👍

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Great advice. My agency moved away from .40 years ago & I still have a bunch of it on hand. Pistol wise, I shoot alot of 9 & .45, so .40 is my Plan B (or C).

[@russelder9743]

very smart....I like that

[@02shooter20]

That's all good advice. I started doing something similar around 1994 (thanks to Billary Clinton). One thing I also do, though, is that I never shoot factory ammo. I reload my brass and only shoot my reloaded ammo when I practice. Reloading can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. If you have patience, you can start with a single stage press and do everything you need. I buy bulk powder, primers, and bullets. For example, I'll buy 10,000 primers at one time, or I'll buy three 8 pound bottles of WC 844 powder at once. I have enough bulk components on hand to reload every round of factory ammo I have probably 50 times over. And I have a lot of factory ammo. I also like your idea of sticking primarily with just a couple of calibers. I shoot many different calibers, but I primarily stockpile 5.56, 7.62 (308), 22 lr, and 45 ACP. I also have a good amount of 9mm, but I don't shoot it. It would be for trade if stuff really got bad.

[@02shooter20]

I should have mentioned this also.... I started shooting around 1990 and started reloading in 1993. Then in 1994 the AWB came about, and everything disappeared overnight. Not just guns and ammo, but reloading supplies too. You couldn't buy a brick of primers. If dealers had one, they would open it up and sell one pack of 100 at a time. That was my lesson learned. I'll never be caught empty handed again. So stock up on everything during good times. Guns, ammo, magazines, cleaning supplies, spare parts, reloading components, and anything else you might need.

[@Mr45Bullitt]

Good planning and very nice to share.

[@danieljarman1313]

I tend to replenish after shooting. I also got lucky because I do a lot of reloading in the winter. So, when the pandemic hit, I had just bought lots of primers and supplies. Primers are scarce now.

[@cheese0794]

Local gun shop decide it was a good idea to sell all their 22lr online... I wasnt too trilled when i heard that. Makes it really tough to want to go back there after they pulled that...

[@1OFGODSOWN]

Our Walmart gets.22 ammunition every week so it’s not an issue.

[@tomglpn]

The older I get, the more I like 45aarp. Just picked a hk45 tactical :)

[@jackwalter4000]

The guys on gun broker are savages. I like the 6.5 Grendel for my battle rifle. And it’s still available online occasionally

[@erickrachenfels9056]

I like the sharing of ammo good deeds like that don’t go forgotten we all should work like that to help each other in times like this !!!!

[@mariofromhoustone1056]

Most stores are out of stock and websites online are asking double the price if not more even gunshows

[@jamesoncross7494]

Sharing is caring. It's a good way to live.

[@Nawojczyk]

Do you do the same with toilet paper? I’m so confused about the shortage of bullets and skid paper. What gives?

[@granddad-mv5ef]

Noticed the Underwood 10mm. I have a few of those also, call it my reserve for a special occasion.

[@aaronlopez8155]

Same

[@N98858]

Good Call.... such as yourself have not been shooting nearly as much either. Carrying a Glock 23 40S&W today as I have a bunch of that caliber ammo! Hope all is well in your world ;;-)

[@BIGALEX_DRDOOM]

More like just in time for reloading, for me. Good did thing I was able to buy reloading equipment and supplies before they they were out of stock. 🙏🏽😂

[@poppad3585]

Being a 1911 guy what are your thoughts on S&W M&p Sheild .45 ??

[@musclesmouse]

You are a good man. I have a couple cases of ammo for my handguns. 9mm and 32ACP. I got a 300BO AR in July. Now I have to build up that stock, but this round is expensive.

[@overlandedc]

If you can find it, the wolf steel case 300blk is good to go and the least expensive for supers

[@goaheadmakeourdayscooterpe9644]

I got lucky had plenty for my 22,38,40 and 44 mag. Never had a nine and bought a P365 and a Beretta 92 LTT and 6k rounds just before the panic. Now I'm afraid to shoot any of it.

[@dredd1995]

I paid 35 dollars for a box of .45 auto here locally in AZ. Shot it immediately after lol. Had to try out my Springfield custom 1911. I use 9mm, 45 and 5.56. It would have been good if I bought a .40 cal glock or something. I've not had a problem finding that caliber here.

[@dredd1995]

@G Alpha oh it is like that here. I found my 1 box of .45 at a pawnshop. 1 box of .45 was 35 dollars but a box of 9mm at this same shop was 49.99. Crazy times man.

[@marklancaster5784]

you have wisdom beyond your age

[@1OFGODSOWN]

Both of those rounds are heavy to carry with the firearms that uses them.It sounds great if you are staying in place but should you have to relocate it may be on foot and all of that weight could be food and other survival gear.You can’t survive on ammunition.

[@tonythedonluciano]

Can not believe there are aholes out there that disliked this video, especially based on how you shared free ammo with others. Kudos fellow Patriot! 🇺🇸

[@centermass4962]

I got training ammo and still got very nice stockpile that i dont touch.

[@stewiegriffin289]

A lot of people knock the 22lr but i’ve accumulated around 50k rounds over the last few years. When or if all the big caliber popular ammo is gone the gun is useless without it. I’ve stock piled my other calibers but ya can’t go wrong and never have enough when shft.

[@davidsantiago6189]

Good vid. I have enough to chill out. People are going crazy out here. Stay safe

[@SimplyHimm]

Make a vid on your ammo stockpile I would like to see it

[@SimplyHimm]

If yu do let me kno if yu do

[@TheShane209]

Good thing I got about 4000 45 bullets to reload but I’m cutting my shooting back

[@icelandviking1961]

Theshane209 Dry fire is the replacement in 2020

[@carlosJV09]

I wish I stocked up ammo.

[@tommygun7702]

Its never too late my friend

[@chrischiampo7647]

My Carry Load Is 230 Grain Hardball In 45acp For My Colt 1911 😀

[@tommygun7702]

Hello my friend gretting from caifornia .

[@frankbutta9344]

I stocked INSANE amounts of ammo during 2016, and kept that amount replenished. We’ll probably see serious gun owners doing the same thing after ammo becomes available again.

[@danieljarman1313]

Ha. I did the same. Good plan.

[@ernestojrarrue7564]

If that happens again.

[@flux_time]

Oh come on this is my first pandemic. I was just getting ready 😔

[@phantp78]

I treat my ammo like gold sell it high buy it low 😛

[@bigtrev761]

🇦🇺😎👍How good is this🏁?

[@tanman7627]

sell make a couple grand sell never be able to buy again... you do the math😄

[@stripervince1]

No ammo shortage here in Florida. As of Sept 2020. All the gun stores and even wal marts have it here. I need 45 acp 9mm 300 blackout 7.62x 39. You can keep your 556/223. That's the caliber the morons will be fighting over and hard to get. My AR is in 300 blk

[@tylerwill5250]

You say that about 556 but you have a pistol in 9mm? Lol THATS the round everyone wants

[@thetrain5785]

I’m the same way I just gave almost every guy in my family 1000 rounds just because I have a small family lol

[@jamescatheyiii4097]

You’re a good man.

[@michaelorlowski2364]

A good man always knows his limitations .

[@Steve-by9dn]

Nowadays with prices so crazy can people stop saying a( box) that could be anything. Boxes come in all amounts. Just say the quantity and the price. Thanks

[@swkohnle08]

I've been stocking up in 9mm, .38SP, .357Mag, 30-30, .32 WS and 12 gauge for a few years now. Not because I predicted any of this insanity, but because I live in the "Peoples Republic of Connecticut" where they are very anti-2A and have attempted to restrict ammo sales by trying to pass insane taxes on ammunition purchases as a way to control it. Making ammunition so costly that average people would be priced out. Fortunately, that attempt failed to pass but I know they will try again. That and we have to show our pistol permit to even buy ammo. We just have to look at California to see the kinds of restrictive legislation that these state and local anti-2A nut jobs attempt to do to stop our rights. I have never trusted our state and local elected officials to not find creative ways to restrict and control the purchase of guns and ammo. The progressive left will not stop finding ways to infringe on our 2A rights ever.

[@LilYeshua]

Not only enough ammo but crucial spare gun parts

[@TheOl1911]

yes very true - talked to a bunch of people who are saying certain types (non-AR) rifles / "pistols" parts / receivers are on backorder indefinitely because supply chains are broken at the moment. Crazy...

[@rodneyfarva3446]

Working on reloading 500 more 300 Blackouts this morning......

[@mcb2757]

If you don't shoot 9 and you have a lot you should be selling it. You'll make a good profit right now. Nothing wrong with it.

[@tanman7627]

nobody trust our future of buying more

[@BLOATEDLUNATIC666]

I need 380 ammo

[@Cornmolio]

If you’re in California, you are recommending something illegal. I can’t just give someone ammo. I’d have to go through an FFL and the person I’m giving it to would have to get a background check. I know it’s dumb, but just sayin’

[@donhunter5.56]

If you live in Commifornia you are doin yourself a disservice

[@rickmeadows686]

Shooting expensive ammo poking holes in paper is dumb. I grew up with guns, and it’s like riding a bike-one never forgets.

[@richlabombard6780]

It’s a perishable skill.

[@stevestone5671]

rather than the attitude and generosity you display all the gun clubs in my area and everywhere I have look online either have nothing available (as we all know) or want to take you to the cleaners. I understand supply and demand but charging 3 times normal pricing is fleecing us good.

[@danieljarman1313]

Go to the manufacturers sites. I've found ammo that way. buffalo bore has stuff. So does federal. Takes a while to get it delivered but you get it at their original price. Not some inflated price. Underwood as well. They have been sold out a lot but still restock.

[@spin_tires_on_pavement-s.t5760]

I got my green tips I’m good 😋

[@billh.1126]

StarScope is a piece of crap ... over priced, poor quality ... customer service is out of India and they are told things to say that make no sense and are lies (not the persons fault they do not know better). You can buy something like this for $15 and it is better than this thing ... ALSO ... it is what May 12, 2021 .... If you were to order a StarScope and a 2023 model Car ... you will get delivery on the car before this crap scope shows up

[@SpecialAgentNoble77]

Shame... the freest most armed nation does not provide self sufficient means to freedom is a nation fooled. "Come together" ??? Its too late. Get together and makes some ammo.