Videos tagged with Component Shortage

This video from Trench Grenade warns of an impending ammunition shortage and price increases, attributing it to significant US military aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Iran. The speaker highlights the scarcity of essential reloading components like primers, powder, and brass, impacting both new ammunition availability and reloading efforts. He strongly advises viewers to stock up on ammunition, recommending a minimum of 3,000 rounds for rifle and pistol calibers.

This video, featuring a retired Lt. Colonel's concerns, highlights a critical US military ammunition shortage exacerbated by aid to Ukraine. The speaker explains how shared components like primers for artillery shells and small arms ammunition create competition, potentially impacting civilian availability if demand spikes. The video suggests a long recovery time for military stockpiles.

This guide offers essential tips for beginner reloaders, focusing on cost savings and safety. Key recommendations include starting with a single-stage press like the RCBS Rock Chucker and using Lee Precision dies for value and availability, especially for niche calibers. It emphasizes using common powders like 'Unique' for pistol and 'Red Dot' for shotgun, ensuring component lot matching for consistency, and proper storage of supplies.