trapshooter870
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I'm looking to stock up on some .223 ammo, 1000 to 2000 rounds. Who's got the best prices, including shipping?
Who's got the best .223 price?
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You will have to dig a bit. You are late to the buying rush that started after Orlando, and unless you're happy with steel case, the great deals are gone for now.
I use SGAmmo or Palmetto State Armory for mail order, but if your Wal-Mart carries ammo, look for Perfecta. Just at $15 / 50 rounds here lately.
I use SGAmmo or Palmetto State Armory for mail order, but if your Wal-Mart carries ammo, look for Perfecta. Just at $15 / 50 rounds here lately.
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I just ordered 1,000 rounds of Wolf Gold for $328.60 shipped. Their email says it will be delivered Friday. It's 55 grain FMJ brass case made in Taiwan. I got it from SGAmmo.
I have shot this before and it was the same velocity and accuracy as the Winchester 5.56 .
I have shot this before and it was the same velocity and accuracy as the Winchester 5.56 .
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SGAmmo is my go to for bulk ammo. They do charge shipping but it's always reasonable and their ammo prices are good.
Arik
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Sgammo for their flat rate shipping. There may be others but then shipping will play a factor. Their 223 Wolf Gold is $309.50 + $16 shipping = $325.50. Target Sports USA has it for $1 less
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I dont use .223 but see it pop up on my daily emails from Palmetto State Armory (they just had some American Eagle for .35 per round w/ free shipping). No clue what is a good price for that ammo but if that's going to become the unicorn for everyone may as well sign up for their emails to grab something if it's priced right.
I would say that i lived in SC for a few years and used PSA more frequently (their store and their range was nearby). They at times could be very competitive on .22 ammo when it was hard to find by keeping their retail what it should be, but other times they were much higher than standard retail. Can't say how they will be on the higher caliber stuff though.
I would say that i lived in SC for a few years and used PSA more frequently (their store and their range was nearby). They at times could be very competitive on .22 ammo when it was hard to find by keeping their retail what it should be, but other times they were much higher than standard retail. Can't say how they will be on the higher caliber stuff though.
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Have you tried wikiarms.com? I've never used them but I've heard others who like it. The last time I ordered Cheaper Than Dirt had a sale. PMC Bronze for $0.30/round. I subscribe to various "emailers" and see what's the cheapest when I need some.
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This is exactly the reason I got into reloading this year. Spent all of last year stocking up on factory reloadable ammo and this year so far purchasing the equipment and components to reload nearly everything I shoot. Now if I could only figure out how to reload 22lr.
I'm sitting on over 10k rounds of factory ammo and by November should have enough components to reload at least that many. Not getting caught with my pants down!Frank46
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I buy from SGAmmo. They still have some brass cased 223/5.56 ammo. Look under quantities there should be a number which translates into the number or boxes/cases. If you see a zero then they are out on that particular item. Frank
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I don't reload as of yet, so I've hunted around the web for various calibers.
Unless someone is running a great deal, I stick to the following:
SGAmmo tends to have the best price per round, especially on rifle ammo. They do charge to ship, but it's reasonable. Probably the best site for the base price.
For pistol ammo, I always check TargetsportsUSA. Free s/h if you buy by the case, and they also run sales on Federal ammo often. I've gotten Blazer Brass 9mm 124 gr ammo for $200 shipped.
If you have time to pick and choose, Sportsmansguide is good. I'm currently on a free trial to their Buyer's Club (they were offering a 30 day free trial), and was able to get a case of Wolf Gold .223 for $297 with free s/h. I think that was probably the best price going.
Unless someone is running a great deal, I stick to the following:
SGAmmo tends to have the best price per round, especially on rifle ammo. They do charge to ship, but it's reasonable. Probably the best site for the base price.
For pistol ammo, I always check TargetsportsUSA. Free s/h if you buy by the case, and they also run sales on Federal ammo often. I've gotten Blazer Brass 9mm 124 gr ammo for $200 shipped.
If you have time to pick and choose, Sportsmansguide is good. I'm currently on a free trial to their Buyer's Club (they were offering a 30 day free trial), and was able to get a case of Wolf Gold .223 for $297 with free s/h. I think that was probably the best price going.
Arik
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Cheap? Oh yea! You don't need a chrome receiver. While it is steel it is also very soft it's not like the cases are stainless or billet or bar stock. Technically it's harder than brass but it's still very very soft.
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Their shipping isn't free it's just factored into the price
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If you don't mind waiting for a rebate, you can get an effective cost of 30 1/2 cents a round on brass UMC at Cabela's. Buy at least 2 of these: Remington® UMC® Rifle Ammunition Value Pack : Cabela's
Get free shipping with code 66FLAT, then get a $40 rebate from Remington.
Get free shipping with code 66FLAT, then get a $40 rebate from Remington.
scoobysnacker
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True, but there are times when they are running a good price, and it's worthwhile to get a case.
I got a case of Blazer Brass 124 gr 9mm when the price dropped to 9.99 a box of 50; it was under $200 shipped. Not a bad deal, and I don't mind the softer shooting BB for some of the older guns.
SGAmmo does tend to be tops, though.
Longhorn1986
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Orr Tactical down the road from me in Needville.
https://www.orrtactical.com/store/category/14-223-
Very clean ammo.
https://www.orrtactical.com/store/category/14-223-
Very clean ammo.
Doug M.
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Select by quality first, then price. Cheap ammo that sucks is really expensive.
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trapshooter870
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Thanks for the info. I went with SGAMMO. 1000rnds Wolf Gold $325.50 shipped, received it 3 days.
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SG is always good to go by me. No cheaper shipping, but they are quick as heck.
PSA has been steadily running the 35 cents deal, alternating between Federal 223 and 5.56. The 5.56 is a phenomenal deal when it comes at 35 cents shipped. Stocked up when I saw it recently.
Lastly, Sportsman's Guide is solid by me as well,. That 29.95 pays for itself in just about an order and I stocked up there after Orlando for 1,500 rounds at about 30 cents per for shipped brass. Can't complain about that.
PSA has been steadily running the 35 cents deal, alternating between Federal 223 and 5.56. The 5.56 is a phenomenal deal when it comes at 35 cents shipped. Stocked up when I saw it recently.
Lastly, Sportsman's Guide is solid by me as well,. That 29.95 pays for itself in just about an order and I stocked up there after Orlando for 1,500 rounds at about 30 cents per for shipped brass. Can't complain about that.
Not true Wolf Gold is going to be on par with IMI and can be had for $310-$325 per 1000.
You can also get Federal American Eagle 233 for $6.99 per 20 shipped, min 10 boxes.
American Eagle 223 55gr FMJ Ammunition 20rds - AE223J
There are much better deals for plinking ammo than $.44 IMI. I like IMI but won't pay a premium for it. Last batch I bought was $.32 at Cabelas.
I picked up some Federal XM855 today from Mass ammo 5% off and free shipping for $.348 a round.
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