Videos tagged with COVID-19 Impact

This video discusses the recent surge in gun purchases by Americans, particularly those who were previously against gun ownership. The speaker attributes this trend to fear stemming from political events and the lingering uncertainty from the COVID-19 pandemic. The video emphasizes the importance of responsible gun ownership and encourages new owners to seek professional training.

The Yankee Marshal explains how ammunition and firearm sales have declined from pandemic highs, returning to historical norms. He refutes the idea that this is due to a Republican president. The core of the video discusses industry tactics, drawing parallels to automotive manufacturers during COVID-19, where artificial scarcity was used to inflate prices and maintain profit margins above MSRP. The speaker asserts that the gun and ammo industry is employing similar strategies to artificially create demand and prevent price drops, suggesting a lack of learning from past mistakes.

The video discusses a significant increase in gun purchases by individuals who were previously not gun owners, particularly in late 2025. This trend is attributed to fear stemming from political outcomes and the general state of affairs in America, mirroring a similar surge during the COVID-19 pandemic. The speaker emphasizes the importance of responsible gun ownership and encourages new owners to seek professional training.

This video analyzes the cyclical nature of gun panic buying, drawing parallels between the 2020 surge driven by COVID-19, civil unrest, and political upheaval, and a recent spike potentially triggered by the Trump shooting. Smith & Wesson data suggests these events act as catalysts, particularly in election years. The speaker believes the firearms industry is better prepared now than in 2020.

This video discusses the cyclical nature of gun panic buying, drawing parallels between the 2020 surge driven by COVID-19 and civil unrest, and a recent spike potentially triggered by the Trump shooting incident. Smith & Wesson data suggests these events often coincide with election years and can lead to temporary shortages of firearms and ammunition. The speaker encourages responsible firearm ownership for self-defense.

Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn, industry legends, discuss the evolving firearms training landscape. They highlight the negative impact of COVID-19 and ammo shortages, the shift in student demographics, and the trend towards 9mm polymer pistols with red dot sights. The conversation also touches on the challenges of military vs. civilian training and innovative handgun designs.

This video from the US Concealed Carry Association explains the current ammunition shortage by debunking conspiracy theories and focusing on economic factors. It highlights the impact of COVID-19, civil unrest, and election-year demand on both supply and demand, leading to increased prices and scarcity. The explanation emphasizes that manufacturers are producing at maximum capacity but are unable to meet the unprecedented consumer demand.

This video critically examines how gun control advocacy groups, specifically Michael Bloomberg's Everytown for Gun Safety, provide talking points and narrative guidance to the media, particularly around holidays like the Fourth of July. The speaker argues that these groups aim to shape public perception by feeding specific, often biased, information to news outlets, influencing coverage of gun violence and policy debates. The content highlights the perceived coordination between advocacy organizations and media outlets to promote a particular agenda regarding firearms.

This video discusses the challenges faced during the recent waterfowl hunting season, including COVID-19 lockdowns, increased public access to hunting grounds, and bird flu outbreaks. It also delves into the performance and potential of various non-toxic shot materials, comparing traditional steel shot with newer alternatives like bismuth, tungsten, zinc, and tin alloys. The conversation highlights the evolution of steel shot technology and explores the future of non-toxic ammunition in hunting.

This video features John Nosler, President and COO of Nosler Ammunition, explaining the complex factors behind the current ammunition shortage to host Colion Noir. Nosler details how a significant increase in new gun owners and hunters, coupled with shifts in consumer purchasing habits and pandemic-related operational challenges, has created a demand that outpaces even expanded production. The company's efforts to maintain quality and support independent retailers are also highlighted.

This segment discusses the ongoing ammunition shortage, attributing it to unprecedented consumer demand rather than factory closures. While factories are producing more ammunition than ever, individuals are purchasing years' worth of supply at once, leading to empty shelves. The situation is linked to political uncertainty and the desire to stock up in anticipation of potential future restrictions.

This video discusses the ongoing ammunition shortage, citing Vista Outdoors' report of a year-long backlog exceeding one billion dollars in orders. The CEO, Chris Metz, highlights demand outstripping supply and historically low inventory levels. The discussion attributes the shortage to a confluence of factors including the presidential election year, the COVID-19 pandemic, civil unrest, and a significant increase in new gun owners joining the Second Amendment community.