Russian Ammo Ban - 7 Days Later

Palmetto State Armory (PSA) is set to begin manufacturing its own steel-cased ammunition in the United States under its 'Soviet Arms' brand. This initiative, driven by the Biden administration's ban on Russian ammunition imports, aims to fill a significant gap in the market, particularly for calibers like 7.62x39, 5.45x39, and 7.62x54R. The project involves significant investment in construction and manufacturing, with initial production targeted for mid-2023 in South Carolina. PSA is collaborating with an external firm specializing in ammunition manufacturing to set up equipment and train personnel, ensuring a domestic supply chain for these popular calibers.

This video from Fuddbusters breaks down the recent Russian ammo ban, explaining how a Cold War-era law has been leveraged for anti-gun purposes. Hosted by @MattLaAtLaw, the discussion aims to clarify the implications of the ban for firearm owners and enthusiasts. The content emphasizes separating factual information from common misconceptions within the gun community, with a side of commentary on 'fudds'. The description also includes affiliate links for merchandise, support platforms, and relevant books.

The video discusses the impact of the Russian ammunition import ban, noting that it has led to increased prices for previously cheap steel-cased ammunition. A potential positive development is Palmetto State Armory's (PSA) initiative to partner with Eastern European manufacturers to bring tooling and expertise to the US for domestic production of calibers like 7.62x39mm, 5.45x39mm, and 7.62x54R. While this is seen as good news for filling a market gap, the speaker expresses skepticism about whether domestic production will ever match the historically low prices of imported ammunition, citing PSA's past delays with firearm production as a potential indicator of challenges in establishing ammunition manufacturing.

This video discusses Walmart's recent policy changes regarding firearm and ammunition sales, including discontinuing certain calibers like 7.62x39, .223, and 5.56, while continuing to sell others like .308 and .30-06. It also highlights Walmart's request for customers to cease open-carrying pistols. In contrast, Rural King is presented as a pro-Second Amendment retailer that continues to sell a wide variety of firearms and ammunition. The video contrasts the limited firearm and ammunition selection at Walmart with the extensive offerings at Rural King, also comparing their tool and automotive sections.

This video from GFG, featuring a commentator with high authority, delves into the alarming surge of ammunition smuggling into the United States, particularly focusing on 7.62x39 rounds. The analysis highlights a significant increase in seizures in 2024, a near tenfold rise compared to previous years, and speculates on the motivations behind this trend, including circumventing legal purchase tracking by financial institutions.

This video discusses the Biden administration's sanctions on Russian ammunition imports, stemming from the poisoning of Alexei Navalny. The speakers express concern that these sanctions, enacted via executive order, disproportionately punish American gun owners and businesses by removing 40-45% of the ammunition market. They analyze the potential economic impacts, the bypass of congressional approval, and the implications for the affordability and availability of ammunition for training and self-defense.

This comprehensive guide, presented by AK Operators Union's Rob Ski, details the field stripping and basic maintenance procedures for the AK47 platform. It covers essential steps from initial inspection and disassembly to cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly, emphasizing common AK quirks and best practices for reliability. Rob Ski, a recognized subject matter expert, provides practical advice for both new and experienced AK owners.

This guide details the field stripping and reassembly process for the SVD Dragunov rifle, as demonstrated by an expert from AK Operators Union. It covers removing the dust cover, recoil spring, bolt carrier group, gas tube, and barrel/receiver assembly. The speaker highlights the quality of original components and the rifle's historical significance.

This guide details two critical field expedient repairs for the AK-47 platform, as demonstrated by Rob Ski of AK Operators Union. It covers using rubber bands to temporarily replace a broken recoil spring and guide rod assembly, and employing a wooden toothpick to retain the firing pin when the retainer pin is lost. These techniques are presented as emergency measures to maintain firearm operability in austere environments.

This video details the results of a 5000-round endurance test on the Palmetto State Armory AR15 Freedom, conducted by Rob Ski of AK Operators Union. The rifle successfully completed the rigorous AKOU endurance test, including the sand tornado test. While accuracy was deemed respectable for a budget platform (2.24 MOA), internal inspections revealed normal wear on components like the cam pin and bolt lugs. The rifle is presented as a solid budget option, with a recommendation to invest in a better barrel for enhanced long-range precision.