Videos tagged with US Ammunition Market

TheYankeeMarshal, an experienced speaker, addresses concerns about an ammunition shortage due to the Iran conflict. He explains that geopolitical events like the Iran conflict are unlikely to cause a significant ammo shortage in the US because civilian ammunition production is largely separate from military contracts. Major manufacturers often have distinct facilities or production lines for each, meaning increased military demand doesn't directly deplete civilian stock.

This guide explains the implications of the Czechoslovak Group's acquisition of major US ammunition brands like Federal, Remington, and CCI. It highlights how foreign ownership, military contract prioritization, and international regulations can impact civilian ammo availability and pricing. The advice focuses on diversifying sources, proper storage, and maintaining personal preparedness to navigate potential supply chain disruptions.

The video discusses the potential impact of tariffs on the global primer production industry, specifically highlighting the risk of Gen X, a major primer importer from Bosnia, going out of business. This could lead to significant price increases and a potential lingering shortage of ammunition in the United States, as 90% of primers used domestically are imported. While domestic production is increasing with facilities like White River Energetics, the loss of key foreign suppliers like Gen X poses a substantial threat to the U.S. ammunition market's stability.

The video discusses the potential impact of US tariffs on the global ammunition primer market, specifically highlighting the risk of Gen X, a major primer producer from Bosnia, going out of business. This could lead to significant price increases and a potential shortage of ammunition in the United States, as 90% of primers used domestically are imported. The speaker notes that while domestic production is increasing with companies like White River Energetics, it may not be enough to offset the loss of key foreign suppliers.

This video discusses the continued importation of Russian 7.62x39mm ammunition into the US despite a ban implemented in September 2021. The ongoing flow is attributed to a 'grandfather clause' that allows existing and pending import permits to continue, leading to significant quantities of ammunition arriving. The analysis highlights that more Russian ammo has been imported since the ban than throughout the entire year of 2021.

This video discusses the emerging ammunition shortage in the US, citing the significant volume of ammunition being sent to the war in Europe and the inability of major manufacturers to keep up with both military and civilian demand. The speaker notes that rationing has begun at the dealer level, with limits of one box per customer per day becoming common. This situation is attributed to a slowdown, if not a halt, in supply from manufacturers.