Ammo Shortage

p8riot · August 19th, 2006, 07:04 PM

This was on page 5 of the Cheaper than Dirt catalogue that came in the mail today:

"WORLDWIDE AMMUNITION SHORTAGE

Dear valued customer;

Due to world events, concerns over Iran, Avian Flu, and general global instability, ammunition is in short supply. Foreign and domestic suppliers have drastically increased prices and they cannot supply the quantity of ammunition necessary to meet consumer demand. Calibers that are ordinarily widely available have become uncommonly scarce. Currently, we do have .223 in stock, but even these supplies are nearly exhausted. We appreciate your patience and understanding in this unstable market.

Respectfully Yours, The Owners and Managers of Cheaper Than Dirt!"

Seems like I've heard rumors of a shortage (typically 7.62x39) over the past couple years, but I've never had any trouble picking up a 1000 rounds here and there at fairly reasonable prices, I've got a couple hundred thousand rounds stocked up.

Anyone here having problems getting ammo?

P95Carry · August 19th, 2006, 07:34 PM

Opinions seem to vary by area somewhat but overall most folks have been aware of some shortfalls in supply and higher prices.

I know I used to get Wolf 7.62 x 39 at $80 a case from a gun show - now folks say a case is costing about $165!

ouch!

I keep reloading consumables up to a high level so always have that to fall back on.

Quote:

I've got a couple hundred thousand rounds stocked up.

- 200,000?

------- really?! 200k!!?

lowflyer · August 19th, 2006, 08:02 PM

I rarely buy factory ammo. I generally roll my own.

WVCCW · August 19th, 2006, 08:20 PM

I know that Federal HydroShok 230 gr in .45ACP is hard to find around here.

dnm_85 · August 19th, 2006, 09:19 PM

I've got a couple hundred thousand rounds stocked up.
Anyone here having problems getting ammo?

Just out of curiosity, how large an army are you building??

Rock and Glock · August 19th, 2006, 10:10 PM

p8riot:

Ya'll come on down to Texas, and bring your toys! 200,000 should last awhile!

What I've noticed are large price increases. I generally pick up cases of fairly available stuff, so I've not noticed any shortages. The 7.62X39 does make since though.....

Miggy · August 19th, 2006, 10:49 PM

7.62 x 39 has been scarce for the last 6 to 8 months. I just got 1K after waiting 3 and a half months. I bought before at $75, $99 and $115 (this last batch) per 1K. Ammoman.com is selling for $179 delivered!

SixBravo · August 20th, 2006, 04:21 AM

This just in from the Associated Press....

"We have identified the reason for the recent ammo shortage. It turns out a Virginia resident who we will identify as 'p8riot' has purchased 42% of the 7.62mm ammunition in the continental United States. No reason to worry. He has a CCW. I'll take any questions."
-National Security Advisor Condeleza Rice
20 AUG 2006

RSSZ · August 20th, 2006, 08:38 AM

Several questions come to mind :::> How sweet of a wife do you gotta have to allow you to "invest" in 200K of ammo ?? Where do you store 200K of 7.62 X 39 ammo ?? Given a persons age,when will you finally be finished shooting 200K of ammo ?? Who ya gonna hire to load the mags that your gonna shoot 200K rds. thru ??

Given the price increase,200K of 7.62 x 39 is worth the same as 10K shares of AT&T. Sell it,buy a home on Marco Island Florida,a couple of Glocks, a Moss500, a flats boat,and fish your A$$ off every day of the week for the rest of your life. -------

rocky · August 20th, 2006, 10:53 AM

I hear some has to do with the price of metals. Precious metals have become more scarce , driving the price up. will see if it stays up though. Hopefully , the cheap ammo will come back down, so I can wear out a few barrels on my guns.

August 19th, 2006, 07:04 PM	#1
p8riot Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Chesterfield, VA Posts: 1,948	Ammo Shortage This was on page 5 of the Cheaper than Dirt catalogue that came in the mail today: "WORLDWIDE AMMUNITION SHORTAGE Dear valued customer; Due to world events, concerns over Iran, Avian Flu, and general global instability, ammunition is in short supply. Foreign and domestic suppliers have drastically increased prices and they cannot supply the quantity of ammunition necessary to meet consumer demand. Calibers that are ordinarily widely available have become uncommonly scarce. Currently, we do have .223 in stock, but even these supplies are nearly exhausted. We appreciate your patience and understanding in this unstable market. Respectfully Yours, The Owners and Managers of Cheaper Than Dirt!" Seems like I've heard rumors of a shortage (typically 7.62x39) over the past couple years, but I've never had any trouble picking up a 1000 rounds here and there at fairly reasonable prices, I've got a couple hundred thousand rounds stocked up. Anyone here having problems getting ammo? __________________ "You can get more with a kind word and a gun than you can with a kind word alone." - Al Capone The second amendment is the reset button of our Constitution.

August 19th, 2006, 08:02 PM	#3
lowflyer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Middle Earth Posts: 1,162	I rarely buy factory ammo. I generally roll my own. __________________ Whatever doesn't kill you postpones the inevitable.

August 19th, 2006, 08:20 PM	#4
WVCCW Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: WV Posts: 49	I know that Federal HydroShok 230 gr in .45ACP is hard to find around here. __________________ Be Safe and Careful, Corbett Mountaineers Are Always Free

August 19th, 2006, 09:19 PM	#5
dnm_85 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New Mexico Posts: 36	I've got a couple hundred thousand rounds stocked up. Anyone here having problems getting ammo? Just out of curiosity, how large an army are you building?? __________________ Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum

August 19th, 2006, 10:10 PM	#6
Rock and Glock VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado at 9,500' Posts: 3,785	p8riot: Ya'll come on down to Texas, and bring your toys! 200,000 should last awhile! What I've noticed are large price increases. I generally pick up cases of fairly available stuff, so I've not noticed any shortages. The 7.62X39 does make since though..... __________________ Richard NRA Life Member "This world is not a playground where children at play are pampered by friendly nannies," Wendelin Wiedeking

August 19th, 2006, 10:49 PM	#7
Miggy Moderator Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Miami-Dade, FL Posts: 4,528	7.62 x 39 has been scarce for the last 6 to 8 months. I just got 1K after waiting 3 and a half months. I bought before at $75, $99 and $115 (this last batch) per 1K. Ammoman.com is selling for $179 delivered! __________________ You have to make the shot when fire is smoking, people are screaming, dogs are barking, kids are crying and sirens are coming. Randy Cain. GunFreeZone.net

August 20th, 2006, 08:38 AM	#9
RSSZ Distinguished Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: USA Posts: 1,847	Several questions come to mind :::> How sweet of a wife do you gotta have to allow you to "invest" in 200K of ammo ?? Where do you store 200K of 7.62 X 39 ammo ?? Given a persons age,when will you finally be finished shooting 200K of ammo ?? Who ya gonna hire to load the mags that your gonna shoot 200K rds. thru ?? Given the price increase,200K of 7.62 x 39 is worth the same as 10K shares of AT&T. Sell it,buy a home on Marco Island Florida,a couple of Glocks, a Moss500, a flats boat,and fish your A$$ off every day of the week for the rest of your life. -------

August 20th, 2006, 10:53 AM	#10
rocky Senior Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MI Posts: 11,734	I hear some has to do with the price of metals. Precious metals have become more scarce , driving the price up. will see if it stays up though. Hopefully , the cheap ammo will come back down, so I can wear out a few barrels on my guns. __________________ "In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock." Thomas Jefferson Nemo Me Impune Lacesset Link to my kydex builds:http://rocknloadkydex.blogspot.com/

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