McCroskey Posted March 21, 2020 at 01:48 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 01:48 AM I'm surprised we're not hearing about ammo shortages along with the TP, clorox and bread shortages at the grocery stores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawman Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:14 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:14 AM I've been hearing about ammo shortages. It's all over the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbacs Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:15 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:15 AM You won't hear about it in the MSMBut it's been posted here for more than a week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikew Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:20 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:20 AM I'm surprised we're not hearing about ammo shortages along with the TP, clorox and bread shortages at the grocery stores.We learned already. I have no shortage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:36 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:36 AM Perhaps not what you're looking for but the impending ammo shortage is not absent from MSM... USA Today: Retailers are also limiting how much ammunition people can buy amidst supply shortages. NBC: While there are no publicly available ways of directly measuring gun sales by private gun manufacturers, there are several indirect indicators. Online ammunition site Ammo.com reported a 70 percent increase in sales. CNN: "Saturday was one of our biggest sales days," Timlin told CNN Business. "The only problem is the supply is running low. We're bound to what we can get." Des Moines Register: 'Ammo is really a scarcity:' Iowa gun stores feel effects of coronavirus hoarding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:43 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 02:43 AM I'm surprised we're not hearing about ammo shortages along with the TP, clorox and bread shortages at the grocery stores.We learned already. I have no shortage. Yes, some of us have learned and have spent the years since the last shortage stocking up when we see a decent sale. heck, I did such a good job stocking up when I did an inventory last year I was able to sell my excess, about 8900 rounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE KING Posted March 21, 2020 at 03:01 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 03:01 AM I have never heard of anyone having excess ammo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnwfan3 Posted March 21, 2020 at 03:31 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 03:31 AM I have never heard of anyone having excess ammo. I agree, what excess ammo? That's not a term I'm familiar with. Hopefully everyone learned their lesson from the last shortage and stocked up. Buy em' cheap, stack em deep!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbacs Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:04 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:04 AM I have never heard of anyone having excess ammo. I agree, what excess ammo? That's not a term I'm familiar with. Hopefully everyone learned their lesson from the last shortage and stocked up. Buy em' cheap, stack em deep!!Cook Brothers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicagoRonin70 Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:09 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:09 AM Underwood Ammo always seems to have what I use in stock, except for today when I tried get some .38 Special +P 100 grain Xtreme Defender. Strangely, they were out of that. That's not likely a super-popular ammo, so maybe when I ordered it last from them I cleared out their stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colt guy Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:29 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:29 AM Underwood Ammo always seems to have what I use in stock, except for today when I tried get some .38 Special +P 100 grain Xtreme Defender. Strangely, they were out of that. That's not likely a super-popular ammo, so maybe when I ordered it last from them I cleared out their stock.Lots of people must have bought Smith J frames ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagSlap Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:30 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 04:30 AM An email I got from GAT two days ago... Due to increased sales throughout the firearm industry, there are restrictions on firearm and ammo purchases until further notice. Additionally, in an attempt to minimize our customers' and staff's exposure to COVID-19 Virus, we have made the decision to postpone the majority of our training programs and classes. Ammo Sales are limited to 1 box of target and 1 box of defensive/expanding ammo per caliber per household per day. Firearm Purchases will stop 3 hours before store close until further notice. Gun pickups, range use, and non-firearm purchases will continue as normal after that time. FOID and Concealed Carry applications, as well as fingerprints, are not being processed at this time. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to returning to standard practices as soon as possible. As far as weathering any ammo shortages? I'm covered.I've got 5 rounds of 22 (3 of which were picked up from ejected FTFs). 7 rusted steel cased 7.62x39 ....a .38 special missing its primer...and a low quality jpg of a 223. Ya...thats the ticket. ETA:SOS looks to have ammo on hand.. (They have been a good company for me in the past... All their ammo includes primers. )https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/category.cfm/sportsman/handgun-ammunition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitter Clinger Posted March 21, 2020 at 11:14 AM Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 11:14 AM I learned my lesson during the Obama years and now keep enough ammo on hand.I would figure most people who had to go through that would learn, even though the threat is no longer Obama and the Dems, but a virus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCroskey Posted March 21, 2020 at 05:44 PM Author Share Posted March 21, 2020 at 05:44 PM I live right by Midwest Guns and their website says they're not selling any ammo. I want to buy some personal defense ammo in 45 and 357, where's a good local place to buy? I can't order online because my FOID and CCW are both tied up in renewal/address change and although the SOS has my new address I haven't updated my physical driver's license yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG53 Posted March 23, 2020 at 12:44 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 12:44 PM If you are looking for 9mm self defense ammo, lucky gunner had federal HST 124 grain in stock as of 7:45am. https://www.luckygunner.com/9mm-124-grain-jhp-hst-federal-premium-le-50-round#rid=tficorpafareadfa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyk101 Posted March 23, 2020 at 06:09 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 06:09 PM If you are looking for 9mm self defense ammo, lucky gunner had federal HST 124 grain in stock as of 7:45am. https://www.luckygunner.com/9mm-124-grain-jhp-hst-federal-premium-le-50-round#rid=tficorpafareadfaScrew luckygunner along with Cheaper Than Dirt. Both of those places were the biggest price gougers back during the last ammo shortage in 2012. Not only on ammo prices but just about everything else as well. I would never give the any money... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anonymous One Posted March 23, 2020 at 08:47 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 08:47 PM Everybody is gouging. I bought a couple of cases of Blazer 124 gr 9mm two months ago for $179.00 per case from Target Sports. I checked yesterday and they doubled the price to $359.00 per case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini2A312 Posted March 23, 2020 at 09:12 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 09:12 PM Everybody is gouging. I bought a couple of cases of Blazer 124 gr 9mm two months ago for $179.00 per case from Target Sports. I checked yesterday and they doubled the price to $359.00 per case.I honestly haven't found anything I usually buy on Target Sports USA recently. I signed up for the "back in stock" emails but not sure if there'll be anything anytime soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted March 23, 2020 at 09:14 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 09:14 PM Everybody is gouging. I bought a couple of cases of Blazer 124 gr 9mm two months ago for $179.00 per case from Target Sports. I checked yesterday and they doubled the price to $359.00 per case.I honestly haven't found anything I usually buy on Target Sports USA recently. I signed up for the "back in stock" emails but not sure if there'll be anything anytime soon. Hopefully we are all in a position to hold out for regular prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanook Posted March 23, 2020 at 09:40 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 09:40 PM If the Sandy Hook aftermath taught a person nothing, they're untrainable. When Delton AR rifles are selling for $2000, it's an eye opener. Or it should be. Nothing against Delton, it's just that they're considered a lower tier brand compared to Noveske or any of the big names. They still work, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xwing Posted March 23, 2020 at 10:25 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 10:25 PM Everybody is gouging. I bought a couple of cases of Blazer 124 gr 9mm two months ago for $179.00 per case from Target Sports. I checked yesterday and they doubled the price to $359.00 per case. Supply and demand; living in a free market. I see nothing wrong with it. It's better than the government enforcing unrealistic prices, and everyone being out of stock all the time. If someone wants the ammo bad enough, they can pay for it. If they don't want it as badly, they can delay the purchase. Also, really high prices discourage stockpiling at this time, so there's ammo for more people. I wish grocery stores would do this on the impossible to buy items. If you're paying double or triple price, you're likely to only buy what you really need instead of buying a bunch extra just-in-case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiet Observer Posted March 23, 2020 at 11:36 PM Share Posted March 23, 2020 at 11:36 PM Everybody is gouging. I bought a couple of cases of Blazer 124 gr 9mm two months ago for $179.00 per case from Target Sports. I checked yesterday and they doubled the price to $359.00 per case. Supply and demand; living in a free market. I see nothing wrong with it. It's better than the government enforcing unrealistic prices, and everyone being out of stock all the time. If someone wants the ammo bad enough, they can pay for it. If they don't want it as badly, they can delay the purchase. Also, really high prices discourage stockpiling at this time, so there's ammo for more people. I wish grocery stores would do this on the impossible to buy items. If you're paying double or triple price, you're likely to only buy what you really need instead of buying a bunch extra just-in-case. Right, it is the principle of supply and demand. Change the scenario around a little - I doubt the anyone would be complaining if his wages or retirement was doubled. I am not happy about higher prices. I just recognize the realities of life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benbow Posted March 25, 2020 at 01:16 AM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 01:16 AM As of right now (3-24-20), we have some .223, some 7.62x39, some .45, some. 38 special, some .380, some. .32 ACP in stock, and expect delivery of a few thousand rounds of .223 and 9mm luger ammo. Also have AR15 lowers, zastava .32 pistols, and single shot 12 ga in stock, and expect imminently 1 sccy 9mm pistol, 3 stevens 12 ga pump riot guns, 2 .380 Altor pistols and 2 9mm Altor pistols, along with parts to complete 3 ar lowers as pistols, and an AK47 type 12 ga shotgun. Also have Glock 9mm magazines (17 and 33 round) and AR 15 30 round mags (USGI and magpul). Have leads on a few other items, but these are the items we have left in stock, or which have been paid for by us and confirmed for delivery very soon. Also have AR15 sbrs in stock, but of course those take longer to transfer. Benbow City SportsWood River, IL618-973-8679 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmac702 Posted March 25, 2020 at 01:35 AM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 01:35 AM I'm watching an auction right now on Gunbroker: https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/862250745 $450 +$25 shipping for 9mm 124gr Blazer Brass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anonymous One Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:24 AM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:24 AM I'm watching an auction right now on Gunbroker: https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/862250745 $450 +$25 shipping for 9mm 124gr Blazer Brass It closed at $465.00 + $25.00. A prime example of the old adage "a fool and his money are soon parted". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Euler Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:51 AM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:51 AM For the past few days, I've considered posting a joke that I'll sell Federal HST 147gr 9mm for $5 per cartridge. Buy 9, get 1 free. Apparently I need to raise my hypothetical price. Reality may soon overtake me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davel501 Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:52 AM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:52 AM I'm watching an auction right now on Gunbroker: https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/862250745 $450 +$25 shipping for 9mm 124gr Blazer Brass It closed at $465.00 + $25.00. A prime example of the old adage "a fool and his money are soon parted".Buyer is going to be angry if they see targetsportsusa.com selling hst for less than that like they do at the start of every month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Fife Posted March 25, 2020 at 03:53 PM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 03:53 PM I've never used Target Sports USA. Are their sales for everyone, or only for those who paid the extra fee to join their club? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE KING Posted March 25, 2020 at 03:59 PM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 03:59 PM I've never used Target Sports USA.Are their sales for everyone, or only for those who paid the extra fee to join their club?It's open to anyone. They have great deals when on sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:36 PM Share Posted March 25, 2020 at 04:36 PM I've never used Target Sports USA. Are their sales for everyone, or only for those who paid the extra fee to join their club? I paid the extra fee for two years... they didn't auto renew my membership after that, possibly because I wasn't saving any money. When I order by the case, I still get a great price and even better service. The gift box at the end of my first year was kinda fun. Right now, they seem to have only limited stock of only more expensive rounds. They don't show any FMJ/target rounds in stock. I imagine that will change later. I'll keep checking and probably place my summer order when they have what I like. Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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