Videos tagged with Wildcat Cartridges

This video from GUNBROS features an experienced speaker who argues that reloading ammunition is generally not cost-effective for most shooters, especially for common calibers like 9mm and .223 FMJ used for range shooting. He explains that mass production by companies like PMC, Magtech, and S&B offers unbeatable prices due to economies of scale. Reloading is presented as a viable option only for specialized needs such as wildcat cartridges or custom hunting rounds where precision and unique specifications are paramount.

This video provides crucial advice for new firearm owners, emphasizing the pitfalls of choosing obscure 'wildcat' cartridges for a first rifle. The instructor, with clear expertise from a gun store environment, strongly advises against such choices due to ammunition scarcity, high cost, and lack of aftermarket support. Instead, beginners are recommended to stick with prevalent and affordable calibers like 5.56 NATO.

This guide details the critical importance of safe reloading practices, particularly when working with wildcat cartridges. It highlights the dangers of starting with maximum charges, the impact of environmental conditions on pressure, and the severe consequences of overpressure, such as case head separation. The speaker emphasizes the need for meticulous load development and professional inspection after any firearm malfunction.

Gun store owners report that ammunition is currently abundant and prices are decreasing, nearing pre-2020 levels after adjusting for inflation. This is attributed to replenished supply and lower demand, allowing manufacturers to produce seasonal and less common 'wildcat' cartridges. The NFA tax stamp for silencers and machine guns, however, has not been adjusted for inflation since 1934, representing a significant anomaly in pricing.

Gun store owners discuss the current state of ammunition availability and pricing in America. They note that supply has replenished, leading to price drops closer to pre-2020 levels, with even less common 'wildcat' cartridges becoming more available. The conversation also touches on the stagnant NFA tax stamp cost compared to inflation.

This video showcases a unique, handmade over-and-under G2 Contender pistol, a one-of-a-kind design by master gunsmith Mike Soroy. The firearm is chambered in both .17 HMR and .17 WSM, featuring custom grips and an adjustable barrel regulator for point-of-impact alignment. The video details the gunsmithing process, the inspiration behind the design, and the impressive accuracy achieved during testing.

The video argues that the introduction and embrace of new wildcat cartridges in 2025, such as the 21 Winchester Sharp, 7mm Back Country, and 338 Arc, indicate a thriving ammunition market and the absence of an impending shortage. It highlights advancements in ammunition technology and production, contrasting the current situation with the 2020 shortage.

Gun store owners report that ammunition is currently abundant and prices are returning to pre-2020 levels, with some seasonal and less common cartridges becoming available. While general ammo prices have adjusted for inflation, the NFA tax stamp for silencers and machine guns has not, highlighting an anomaly in pricing. Fluctuations in ammo cost are influenced by shipping expenses to different regions and inventory holding periods.

This video argues that the introduction and embrace of new wildcat cartridges and advanced ammunition technologies by major manufacturers in 2025 indicates a robust ammo market, dispelling fears of a 2025 shortage. The speaker highlights specific new calibers like the 21 Winchester Sharp, Federal 7mm Backcountry, and 338 Arc as proof of innovation and abundance, contrasting this with the production focus on common calibers during the 2020 shortage.

Gun store owners report a significant shift in the ammunition market, with prices returning to near pre-2020 levels due to abundant supply and moderate demand. Seasonal and less common 'wildcat' cartridges are becoming more available, alongside standard calibers. The discussion also touches on the historical NFA tax stamp cost and its lack of inflation adjustment, contrasting it with the fluctuating price of ammunition.

Gun store owner Maggie discusses the current state of ammunition availability and pricing in America. She notes that supply has replenished, leading to prices near pre-2020 levels, with even less common 'wildcat' cartridges becoming available. The conversation also touches on the historical NFA tax stamp cost and its lack of inflation adjustment.

This discussion from Guns Magazine podcast explores the proliferation of new ammunition cartridges and firearms, questioning their necessity and longevity. Hosts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington analyze the industry's drive for innovation, consumer demand, marketing tactics, and the economic realities that lead to many new cartridges disappearing within a few years. They advise consumers to critically evaluate new offerings, focusing on genuine improvement and long-term support rather than succumbing to marketing hype or the 'keeping up with the Joneses' mentality.