Gun and ammo shortages

[Len-2A Training]

Hmm, I have some 30-06 ammo that I should pull out and sell. Not suitable for my Garands (and I have CMP ammo for those), so I have no use for it.

Yesterday I was in Shooters Outpost, 619DW and BassPro. All three had slim pickings and lots of empty shelf space.

SO - Some ammo but lots of empty spaces. Sig displays were mostly empty but had magazines and grips for the 320 series. Gun cases had considerable stock but some empty spaces. Deli counter deal with folks waiting an hour to be waited on for guns. Downstairs line to cashiers ran up an ammo aisle to the rear of the store. Parking lot was packed (this was ~12Noon) with only 1-2 empty spaces.

619DW - Had handguns, but rifle racks were mostly empty. Had some ammo, but lots of empty cubes. Ammo restrictions due to shortage, 9mm only with a gun or 1 bulk pack in another cube. Busy store, but they were handling it well.

BassPro-Hooksett - Mostly empty aisles were ammo and reloading supplies should be. Most rifle racks empty but don't know if that is because they are cucks or they sold most of them. Fair amount of overpriced handguns in the cases. Only the second time I've been in a BP since they screwed GOAL and the Women's event a few years ago and both times the only thing I did there was use the men's room, leaving a donation.

 

[samandglove1]

I've picked up so much ammo and reloading components over the years (through multiple shortages). I don't have correct guns for half the ammo I own. Some caliber guns, I've never owned. I still don't have a press either (but I go to my friend's house and reload with him sometimes).

 

[AHM]

How about these for the next bullet shortage... <.22LRSabot.jpg>

.22 LR Sabot?

 

[NavelOfficer]

.22 LR Sabot?

Yes. Filled with lead it's about 62 grains; bar soap about 16 grains.
They do quite a job on water-filled cans.

 

[Zappa]

The gun and ammo shortages have only gotten worse since this thread was started, with no end in sight.

You know it's bad when a major distributor like Davidsons has nothing listed in the "New Arrivals" and "Weekly Specials" sections on their website:

Gallery of Guns

www.galleryofguns.com

I'm wondering if the laws of supply and demand dictate that now is a good time to sell off some of the lower-end, more pedestrian type guns from our collections, and cash-in while they're selling for exorbitant prices ???

 

[Quantavious G]

The gun and ammo shortages have only gotten worse since this thread was started, with no end in sight.

You know it's bad when a major distributor like Davidsons has nothing listed in the "New Arrivals" and "Weekly Specials" sections on their website:

Gallery of Guns

www.galleryofguns.com

I'm wondering if the laws of supply and demand dictate that now is a good time to sell off some of the lower-end, more pedestrian type guns from our collections, and cash-in while they're selling for exorbitant prices ???

looking at some of the gun prices in the classifieds and on stores websites, I'd say that's the case now

 

[Sparky123]

As bad as things may seem, after Harris & Biden take office we'll be looking back and calling these the "Good Old days."

 

[richc]

looking at some of the gun prices in the classifieds and on stores websites, I'd say that's the case now

WTS - Lorcin L380 Semi Auto Pistol .380 cal.

Location : North Attleboro Description: Lorcin Mod. L380 Semi Auto Pistol .380 cal. 3 1/2" Barrel, Chrome Finish, 7 Rd. Mag. It shoots hard ball ammo very good, not to good with JHP. Made from 1992-1999. Accesories: 7Rd Mag. Selling Terms: Cash Only, no shipping...

www.northeastshooters.com

 

[MassPete]

1 Million+ new gun owners, Biden/Harris taking over and the probability of losing the Senate. What could possibly go wrong.

 

[EJFudd]

The gun and ammo shortages have only gotten worse since this thread was started, with no end in sight.

You know it's bad when a major distributor like Davidsons has nothing listed in the "New Arrivals" and "Weekly Specials" sections on their website:

I'm wondering if the laws of supply and demand dictate that now is a good time to sell off some of the lower-end, more pedestrian type guns from our collections, and cash-in while they're selling for exorbitant prices ???

looking at some of the gun prices in the classifieds and on stores websites, I'd say that's the case now

Yeah, it's really ugly out there. Just when you think it can't possibly get any worse... it gets worse. Seems that all the things I'm looking for in the whole "shooting sports" realm are either not available at all or so expensive as to be completely unattractive to buy.

I know I should take this opportunity to sell off some of my excess/unneeded stuff, but the way the country is headed at the moment I'm not sure that disposing of anything firearms-related is a great idea.

 

[EJFudd]

WTS - Lorcin L380 Semi Auto Pistol .380 cal.

Location : North Attleboro Description: Lorcin Mod. L380 Semi Auto Pistol .380 cal. 3 1/2" Barrel, Chrome Finish, 7 Rd. Mag. It shoots hard ball ammo very good, not to good with JHP. Made from 1992-1999. Accesories: 7Rd Mag. Selling Terms: Cash Only, no shipping...

www.northeastshooters.com

But have you seen the prices for .380 lately??? Who can afford to shoot .380 at $1.00/round and up.

 

[richc]

But have you seen the prices for .380 lately??? Who can afford to shoot .380 at $1.00/round and up.

Ammo is worth more than the gun! Lorcin, the most vile of handguns...

 

[EJFudd]

As bad as things may seem, after Harris & Biden take office we'll be looking back and calling these the "Good Old days."

1 Million+ new gun owners, Biden/Harris taking over and the probability of losing the Senate. What could possibly go wrong.

This and this. Truth.

 

[FrugalFannie]

Ammo is worth more than the gun! Lorcin, the most vile of handguns...

yep, thinking about trading a gun or 2 for ammo to feed the others!

 

[richc]

1 Million+ new gun owners, Biden/Harris taking over and the probability of losing the Senate. What could possibly go wrong.

This many be wishful thinking... but...

There are many parts of this country that take gun rights very seriously. Extremely seriously. And they hold their politicians accountable with their votes.

I believe there are enough moderate Democrats from states with strong gun rights populations that it will be very, very challenging to push anti-gun legislation through the Senate even if the Senate is split 50/50.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

 

[Glockster30]

This many be wishful thinking... but...

There are many parts of this country that take gun rights very seriously. Extremely seriously. And they hold their politicians accountable with their votes.

I believe there are enough moderate Democrats from states with strong gun rights populations that it will be very, very challenging to push anti-gun legislation through the Senate even if the Senate is split 50/50.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

Like the mafia, they'll just make a moderate Dem an offer they can't refuse.

 

[Buck F]

yep, thinking about trading a gun or 2 for ammo to feed the others!

Sophies Choice...

 

[AHM]

Ammo is worth more than the gun! Lorcin, the most vile of handguns...

OMG, there are no English anagrams for "lorcin".

 

[Len-2A Training]

The gun and ammo shortages have only gotten worse since this thread was started, with no end in sight.

You know it's bad when a major distributor like Davidsons has nothing listed in the "New Arrivals" and "Weekly Specials" sections on their website:

Gallery of Guns

www.galleryofguns.com

I'm wondering if the laws of supply and demand dictate that now is a good time to sell off some of the lower-end, more pedestrian type guns from our collections, and cash-in while they're selling for exorbitant prices ???

I'm trying to do just that, plus a not-pedestrian pre-ban Colt AR and off-roster H&K only for that reason.

As bad as things may seem, after Harris & Biden take office we'll be looking back and calling these the "Good Old days."

Very likely!

This many be wishful thinking... but...

There are many parts of this country that take gun rights very seriously. Extremely seriously. And they hold their politicians accountable with their votes.

I believe there are enough moderate Democrats from states with strong gun rights populations that it will be very, very challenging to push anti-gun legislation through the Senate even if the Senate is split 50/50.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

From your lips to G_d's ear! We can hope.

 

[AHM]

OMG, there are no English anagrams for "lorcin".

I went back to UNABRD.DIC, and you're not gonna believe this:
Apparently "licorn" is an English variant spelling of "licorne".
Click to LOL.

 

[Bt74]

I'm trying to do just that, plus a not-pedestrian pre-ban Colt AR and off-roster H&K only for that reason.


Very likely!


From your lips to G_d's ear! We can hope.

Likewise, I had been kicking around the idea of selling a Polish Tantal I have, a few months ago, checked GB, they were selling for about $750. Checked today, and they are getting bids for almost TWICE that!

 

[AHM]

Apparently "licorn" is an English variant spelling of "licorne".
Click to LOL.

Spoiler: For those who read the Wikipedia article...

...I composed this celebratory meme.

 

[Dr_Scholl]

This many be wishful thinking... but...

There are many parts of this country that take gun rights very seriously. Extremely seriously. And they hold their politicians accountable with their votes.

I believe there are enough moderate Democrats from states with strong gun rights populations that it will be very, very challenging to push anti-gun legislation through the Senate even if the Senate is split 50/50.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

No, they don't have the votes. Even with a 50-50 senate. Not even close.

Plus, you know, the filibuster..

 

[enbloc]

 

[chris_1001]

Ammo is worth more than the gun! Lorcin, the most vile of handguns...

I have a Jennings J22. Not far off.
But, got it new for $55.

 

[DeadEyeDan]

I have a Jennings J22. Not far off.
But, got it new for $55.
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Embarrassed to say I have Jennings .22 also... can’t for the life of me think why... but once you have it you’re sort of stuck with it...

 

[chris_1001]

Embarrassed to say I have Jennings .22 also... can’t for the life of me think why... but once you have it you’re sort of stuck with it...

For the money I can’t complain. And it’s now worth 3x what I paid.

 

[Marty McFly]

For the money I can’t complain. And it’s now worth 3x what I paid.

150? how do they shoot

 

[drgrant]

Wait till Biden wins.

Ammo prices will triple.

I doubt it, every market has its breaking point. Prices might hit $1/round for 5.56, but you smoking crack if you think people are going to buy much at that price point.

 

[enbloc]

Just checking back in. Are there still gun and ammo shortages...?