RobertJ.
Member
Starting? No.
And "hoarding" is a word used by those with no foresight.
And "hoarding" is a word used by those with no foresight.
Is anyone starting to stockpile reloading supplies?
- Thread starter Skeet 028
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The Supremes have noted that they are necessary.
I learned my lesson from in the 90's. During the most recent panics set off by those who didn't plan ahead I didn't buy a single can of powder, primers or 22's, I used what I had on hand. I'm now restocking those supplies. My inventory won't be in the tens of thousands of primers but it will be adequate to see me through for a while.
During the last episode it was amusing to read the complaints of those who couldn't find components blaming those of us who had them. They never stopped to think that our purchases 5-10 years earlier had no effect on their attempts to purchase "today".
During the last episode it was amusing to read the complaints of those who couldn't find components blaming those of us who had them. They never stopped to think that our purchases 5-10 years earlier had no effect on their attempts to purchase "today".
Not just reloading supplies, buy all the ammo you can afford, and have room to store. The next panic is always a stupid reason or two away.
But whatever those reasons are,if you get caught short, you have only yourself to blame.
But whatever those reasons are,if you get caught short, you have only yourself to blame.
DumpStick
US Veteran
When I purchase supplies - powder, primers, whatever. - I write the purchase date on the container. This way, I can rotate stock. FIFO, don't ya know.
I primed some cases this morning, for my 1942 Sako-barreled M-39 Finn.
The date on the brick of primers I'm working out of is 26Jan94.
I'm not stockpiling components, I'm merely following my long established SOP.
I primed some cases this morning, for my 1942 Sako-barreled M-39 Finn.
The date on the brick of primers I'm working out of is 26Jan94.
I'm not stockpiling components, I'm merely following my long established SOP.
Starting stockpiling? A little. I guess.
I have just under 39k in primers, 36k in bullets, and 60 pounds of powder. I probably have 10k pieces of brass.
I also have around 15k in factory centerfire ammo and a couple of thousand reloads on hand.
My 22lr stockpile is at around 25k rounds.
But I still always keep my eyes open for bargains on reloading supplies and ammo though.
My goal is that when I retire in 5-6 years I want to have enough ammo and reloading supplies to shoot as much and as often as I like for the rest of my life without ever having to even think twice about it.
I have just under 39k in primers, 36k in bullets, and 60 pounds of powder. I probably have 10k pieces of brass.
I also have around 15k in factory centerfire ammo and a couple of thousand reloads on hand.
My 22lr stockpile is at around 25k rounds.
But I still always keep my eyes open for bargains on reloading supplies and ammo though.
My goal is that when I retire in 5-6 years I want to have enough ammo and reloading supplies to shoot as much and as often as I like for the rest of my life without ever having to even think twice about it.
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Shooting is my sport. I don't give a rat's patoot about anything that has people chasing or hitting a ball. Would as soon as watch paint dry. Therefore I always keep plenty of reloading supplies on hand. Shortages come and go but have never affected my shooting. I have over a ton of lead on hand and 22 molds......So bullets are never a problem either.
GB
Member
As a lifelong shooter and reloader I have always tried to keep a reasonable supply of shooting supplies. I probably have more than enough to last. I have buy now points that are triggered when the numbers reach a certain level. That number gets smaller as i get older. I have a hard time NOT buying when a really good deal comes along but then I think about the quantities that I have and know that I will never shoot it all. And, YES, I think the public will go into panic buying mode again. Probably about a year from now when the election quagmire really starts to churn!
Who knew! A couple of months can make a big difference. my position hasn't changed, I still see no reason for me get excited about running out of ammo or the stuff to make more. And, truthfully, I don't understand why any of the regulars on this board (who for the most part are thinking individuals) would get caught short. Stay Safe! 3-23-2020 GB
Who knew! A couple of months can make a big difference. my position hasn't changed, I still see no reason for me get excited about running out of ammo or the stuff to make more. And, truthfully, I don't understand why any of the regulars on this board (who for the most part are thinking individuals) would get caught short. Stay Safe! 3-23-2020 GB
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I was going through the stuff I got yesterday for almost nothing.. I had more than 900 once fired old srtyle AA 20 ga empties 300 28 ga same flavor and a bunch of other stuff. Even a box of 1970s new factory primed 20 ga cases. Most of that stuff will be given to a friend...but in all the mess I got 3000 Win LPP and SPPs 11 boxes of bullets for rifle...5 of them Nosler Partitions...the rest Sierras. along with the RCBS A2 press in exc condition. I paid 175 bucks for all. So deals do come available every now and thenAt one place i went I turned down 9 full cans of IMR and Norma powder for 75 bucks. I have enough powders. And even though I have tons of lead The thing I need the most is cast handgun bullets/ I have molds etc but other than a few specialty bullets I have about quit casting. I do buy full and partial boxes of handgun bullets at estates, yard sales and gun shows. I am even going to quit making shot and sell the Littleton shotmakers. I have more than a ton of shot for target shooting anyway.. I don't consider being proactive buying reloading components as hoarding...and I don't believe it was hoarders that caused the last shortages. Now IS the time to buy components in my opinion. Look around. there are some good prices on components if you do a diligent search.
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Fishslayer
US Veteran, Absent Comrade
LOL... I live in Kalifornistan. I started years ago. 
Today I was offered a bunch of .224 bullets for a nickle a piece. I bought 1000 Rem 50 gr match bullets. I will load most in the 222 and 222 Mag and use some in 223. Talked to another guy who has a bunch of 38 cal 158 gr commercial cast bullets. I can get a 1000 of them for 30 bucks. Got to take a look at 'em to make sure they are in good condition as they may be a day or two old if ya know what I mean.
I think it was about 30 years ago.
I have a sneaking suspicion we'll see more, MUCH more of this if the economy slows even a little. Lots of folks bought LOTS of pricey supplies anticipating the ever-warned about, never delivered ban/changes/taxes.
Bought a big box full of dies, rifle bullets, and reloading equipment from an angry, smirking (obviously) ex-wife at a garage sale several years ago - offered her $5; she said, "Sure" with an evil smile.
I don't reload but if I learned anything from the last ammo panic, it's that it wasn't the last ammo panic.
Ammunition, reloading components, magazines are all relatively cheap and plentiful right now.
Even if there's never another ammo panic they're durable goods and they'll never be as cheap as they are right now again. So why wouldn't you be stocking up?
Ammunition, reloading components, magazines are all relatively cheap and plentiful right now.
Even if there's never another ammo panic they're durable goods and they'll never be as cheap as they are right now again. So why wouldn't you be stocking up?
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Fishslayer
US Veteran, Absent Comrade
Bringing this old thread back to point out the wisdom of Skeet 028 just over a year ago.
max503
Member
No. You should be finishing stock piling at this point. Not starting.
ajgunner
Member
Wonder how many missed the boat this time.
memtb
Member
Yes....about 47 years ago! memtb
