Videos tagged with Ammunition Cost Analysis

This expert analysis from Line45 identifies seven firearm models likely to remain on shelves in 2026 due to specific market challenges. Factors include safety recalls impacting trust (Taurus GX4, Kimber R7 Mako), early reliability issues in competitive segments (Canik Mete MC9), high price points versus alternatives (Daniel Defense DDM4 V7), regulatory impacts (CZ Scorpion Evo 3), niche caliber economics (Ruger 5.7), and oversaturation in crowded markets (Beretta APX A1). The video emphasizes that these are not necessarily 'bad' guns but face hurdles due to timing, market perception, or competition.

This video discusses the ongoing trend of increasing ammunition prices, projected to continue into 2026. The speaker explains that while demand for firearms and ammunition typically rises during periods of political uncertainty, actual demand has decreased post-election. Despite this, ammunition manufacturers like Winchester have announced and implemented price hikes, which are gradually increasing costs by 3-10%. The speaker urges consumers to combat these increases by refusing to purchase expensive ammunition, suggesting that a lack of consumer demand will eventually drive prices down.

This video discusses the evolving landscape of civilian small arms ammunition in the United States, focusing on the increasing quality and technological advancements in modern bullets. It specifically examines premium, handloaded ammunition like Barnes Reserve, questioning whether its high cost ($5 per round) makes it a luxury or a necessity for civilian shooters. The speaker argues that for most hobbyists, it's a luxury, but acknowledges its potential necessity for competitive precision shooters or hunters where each shot's success is critical.

This video provides a breakdown of reasonable ammunition prices for five popular calibers: 9mm, 5.56/.223, 12 Gauge, .22 LR, and .38 Special. It differentiates between practice and defensive ammunition costs, offering price-per-round guidelines for bulk and smaller purchases. The instructor emphasizes consumer awareness in the face of rising prices.