This guide outlines a strategic approach to building an ammunition stash, moving away from panic buying towards a disciplined, tiered system. It emphasizes maintaining separate layers for carry, training, and long-term reserves, while also highlighting the benefits of reloading, smart training techniques, and local acquisition methods to ensure consistent access to ammunition regardless of market fluctuations.
This video provides an expert-level analysis of the current ammunition market in mid-2025, highlighting a significant price collapse and increased availability across various calibers. The instructor advises viewers on which nine specific calibers to prioritize for stockpiling, emphasizing the importance of leveraging current low prices before potential future increases due to geopolitical events and tariffs. The guide focuses on strategic purchasing for training, defense, and long-term preparedness.
Ben Stoeger discusses his Instagram account being suspended for 'account integrity' and reviews new gear. He unboxes a Subsec competition belt, an Apex trigger kit for an M&P, Talon grips for a Kimber, Hero back straps, and Atlas 9mm magazines. He also highlights a 'hot' 147-grain flatnose training ammunition from a friend.
This video focuses on identifying and recommending favored training ammunition for the 5.56mm caliber, commonly used in AR-15 platform firearms. While the video's primary topic is ammunition, the context strongly implies a connection to rifle training and shooting. The provided description links to a website, likely a retailer or informational resource for targets and shooting supplies.
This video details the installation of a Surefire WarComp muzzle device on an SHTF rifle, emphasizing its compatibility with Surefire suppressors and its role in recoil mitigation. The presenter demonstrates the initial shooting impressions and the process of re-zeroing optics after the modification, highlighting the importance of confirming zero after accessory changes. The WarComp is noted for its three-prong design and ports intended to keep the rifle flatter during firing.
This YouTube video addresses a significant issue within the firearms community: the problems associated with using cheap ammunition. The content likely explores the potential malfunctions, accuracy issues, and safety concerns that can arise from low-quality or improperly manufactured ammunition, which can impact the reliability and performance of various firearms.
This video explores the crucial question of whether the type of ammunition used for training impacts firearm performance and accuracy. It delves into the practical considerations for shooters, whether they are using handguns, rifles, or other firearms. The content aims to educate viewers on making informed decisions about their training ammunition to ensure their skills are transferable to different scenarios, from recreational shooting to self-defense.
This video discusses the importance of having separate zeros for carry ammunition and training ammunition on a firearm's optic. The creator demonstrates this concept using a Staccato 2011 C2 with a Monsoon Tactical Ghengis Comp, comparing a 90gr +P load from Ultimate Ammunition with a 124gr load from Norma Ammunition, both zeroed at 10 yards. The results are presented as eye-opening, highlighting the practical implications of ammunition differences for accurate point of aim/point of impact at different distances, particularly relevant for concealed carry scenarios.
This video reviews Vairog 300 Blackout 147 Grain FMJ ammunition. The presenter highlights its suitability as an all-around plinking round and its effectiveness for training and self-defense. The video thanks True Shot Gun Club for providing the ammunition for testing and features various affiliate links for merchandise, LA Police Gear, and other channels. The content is intended for educational and entertainment purposes, with a disclaimer that the presenter is not a gunsmith.
This video reviews Fog Ammo, specifically focusing on its suitability as 9mm self-defense ammunition. The creator also emphasizes the importance of using the same ammunition for training to ensure effectiveness without excessive cost. The description includes links to the creator's Patreon, Amazon wishlist, merchandise, and other related YouTube videos covering Glock modifications, shotguns, and Glock triggers. Affiliate disclaimers are also present.
This video reviews a custom Glock 19, dubbed a "Roland Special," with an ATEi slide, KKM barrel, and comp. The reviewer tested various duty and training ammunition types, firing approximately 250 rounds, with at least 150 from a retention position. Significant reliability issues were encountered with training ammo in retention, characterized by a failure to feed. While the muzzle blast was manageable, the reviewer noted a strong negative reaction to inhaling the fumes when firing from retention, recommending against extensive training in this manner. The reviewer concluded the setup could function as a fighting pistol but highlighted the ammo sensitivity, cost of using appropriate ammo for training, and the difficulty in cleaning the comp as drawbacks.
This video features a test and review of ICC Frangible ammunition in 9mm and .223 caliber. The presenter highlights its effectiveness for close-quarters training with steel plates, emphasizing its safety benefits in such scenarios. The video encourages viewer engagement through likes, comments, and subscriptions, and promotes the creator's Instagram presence.
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