Videos tagged with Propellant Shortage

This video explains why ammunition feels scarce despite full shelves, attributing it to persistent high raw material costs, increased military demand consuming production capacity, and reduced competitive pressure from cheaper imports. New ammunition technologies like composite cases have not significantly impacted consumer prices due to production scale limitations and trust issues. The market has stabilized at a higher price point where consumers buy less, creating the perception of scarcity.

This video discusses Winchester Ammunition's announced price increase of 5-10% across all products starting January 1st, 2025. The speaker attributes this to increased manufacturing input costs, including a global gunpowder shortage driven by ongoing conflicts and the complex production of nitrocullulose. Concerns are raised about the timing of the announcement, potential predatory marketing to create a buying craze, and the practice of applying new pricing to existing back orders.