Need hints on best on-line sources for ammo.

hassiman

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I am looking for a good on-line source for ammo that is reliable and has reasonable prices.

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SGAmmo is my main source, but I've worked out a hybrid source for my .38SP and .357. For those rounds, I shoot Herters from Cabela's, when on sale, and in conjunction with 20% off member coupons, and their credit card rebate. When the sales align, I'll use their web page to order the ammo and have it shipped free to the store, for in-store pickup. That way I am assured to get the quantity I want, all neatly wrapped, for about 45% off.
 
as I have yet to order large bulk qty's at one time; I've had good luck with both Gander Mt and Cabelas when ammo I've needed was on sale. I'm close to both stores so can pick up there for free or have had it shipped home when they had a free ship offer. And as stated, I too take advantage of Cabelas coupons, points, and so on to help save coin.

Not ruling out SG Ammo just have tended to be one who buys a few boxes at a time. And I've never had an issue with orders from Cabelas or Gander
 
Another SGAmmo user here. Ordered a ton of ammo from them. Prices are good, shipping is always fast and reasonably priced, and they have a ton of stuff in stock. Usually if you buy at least 5 or 6 boxes the shipping works out to be pretty cheap. Of course I prefer to order by the case.

There is an Academy Sports about an hour from the house. I used to go there from time to time. They have guns and all kinds of accessories to look at and their ammo prices aren't too bad.
 
Prices constantly change. Best today won't be best tomorrow. There are maybe 10 sellers I have dealt with. They were best the day I ordered.
 
SGammo

Target Sports USA. - Free shipping if you buy by the case

These two typically have THE BEST prices. Even with paid shipping SGammo is only a dollar or two more than Target Sports.

SGammo paid shipping is also very affordable. I've seen good deals on other sites but then their shipping comes to an extra $40.

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In addition to those already mentioned above, I would recommend Palmetto State Armory. Get on the email lists of all these companies. They send emails with their special deals all over the time.
 
I use ammoseek.com All the web stores they direct me to have been on the up and up. Good deliveries etc. They have a pretty comprehensive listing on most ammo sorted by price. I choose whether I want new v reloads, practice FMJ v SD hollow points etc.

I found that I need to progress in each site I select like I am placing an order to get a true "Shipping Cost". The shipping cost is not in the search prices and the selling companies vary greatly. Some even have free shipping if the total price is enough.

On my last buy of .22LR bulk packs it took 3 places to end up with the best price for identical ammo.
 
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My favorite is Brownell's - no sales taxes. I always wait until they have free shipping, which is great since ammo is heavy. I also wait until my brand is on sale. No sense paying too much for this stuff. Brownell's went nuts last September. For four to six weeks they ran MagTech on sale, no shipping, no taxes. I'm sure that the UPS drivers have already turned me in to the BATF!

Mass Ammo is also pretty good. No sales taxes and $12.99 flat rate shipping. One of our members has posted info on their sales coupon code in this section of the forum.

Cabela's work well for almost all of the same reason's as Brownell's, but they have stores in Georgia so sales taxes are added.

Last, but not least, is Bud's Their pricing varies from day to day. Just keep checking on their website. No sales taxes, but their shipping costs can be high, especially if you order multiple calibers and the shipment is split. There's a surcharge in that situation. Bud's does not stock their ammo. They have suppliers in different parts of the United States that fill and ship their ammo orders. For some reason I want to think that shipping costs are 10% of the shipped price.

I have bought ammo from Gun Broker. Low prices can be somewhat more difficult to find, depending on the seller.

Two information updates for Brownell's:

1. I am a target shooter/marksman. My preferred ammo is either PMC or MagTech. In the above example, Brownell's had MagTech 230 grain FMJ .45 ACP for $16.99/box (50 rounds) (regularly $21.99/box) or $ .34/round. That's about a 23% discount. I have not paid that low price in the past seven years.

2. Brownell's offers discounts to military retirees and LEOs. The percentage varies and I cannot state that it applies to ammo, but it does to other items. Contact Brownell's and they can provide you with the specific requirements for this discount.
 
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I like Freedom Munitions and they regularly have free shipping specials. Targetsports has free shipping and good prices if you buy a case. I like both.
 
I'm a Brownells fan as well. I joined their Edge Program and shipping is free always.

They are currently running a nice sale on Aguila .22lr. Runs about .08 cents a round.

Just got my brick today; ordered on Friday.
 
As mentioned Target Sports USA is an excellent source for bulk ammo w/ free shipping plus an assortment of self defense loads.

I buy 9mm by the case, usually the best price per round on manufacturers I prefer. With patience you can find 115 to 147 grain quality ammo at the same low cost per round. I'll replenish SD rounds depending on sale prices.

My one gripe with TS: even if you buy bulk that qualifies for free shipping, they charge shipping for individual boxes of ammo added to the order. <shrug>
 
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