Corona Ammo Shortages, Price Gouging, & Local Bans

This video explains why 9mm ammunition is the first to disappear during demand surges. It details how its status as a busy market lane, NATO standardization, and overwhelming popularity among new and experienced shooters create a unique vulnerability. The explanation covers production bottlenecks, especially primer supply, and how experienced shooters' consistent purchasing habits deplete stock before panic buying even begins.

This video warns of an unprecedented ammunition shortage driven by a global powder shortage, expected to last until at least next year. The speaker, citing a major ammunition producer, predicts prices could double or triple. He advises viewers to build an adequate supply thoughtfully, noting that shortages will affect all calibers, including 9mm, .380 ACP, and .22 Long Rifle. The speaker emphasizes preparedness, especially for self-defense, and laments the potential impact on recreational shooting.

This video identifies the top eight ammunition calibers most likely to disappear first during an ammo shortage, based on demand, production levels, and historical trends. The speaker, from God, Family, and Guns, highlights that popular calibers for civilian, law enforcement, and military use, especially those with import dependencies or high demand, will be depleted rapidly. The list ranges from 6.5 Creedmoor to the most popular 9mm.

This video identifies the top eight ammunition calibers most likely to disappear first during an ammo shortage. The speaker, from 'God Family and Guns,' explains that high demand combined with lower production volumes or import dependencies makes certain calibers vulnerable. These include popular hunting, self-defense, and military rounds, with 9mm and 5.56/.223 predicted to vanish almost immediately.

This video from the US Concealed Carry Association explains the current ammunition shortage by debunking conspiracy theories and focusing on economic factors. It highlights the impact of COVID-19, civil unrest, and election-year demand on both supply and demand, leading to increased prices and scarcity. The explanation emphasizes that manufacturers are producing at maximum capacity but are unable to meet the unprecedented consumer demand.

The video discusses the recurring shortages of firearms and ammunition in 2020, initially due to the pandemic and later exacerbated by civil unrest. The speaker highlights the difficulty in finding specific calibers and the prevalence of price gouging, while also recommending Primary Arms as a vendor that maintained fair pricing and availability for popular calibers like 5.56 and 9mm. The speaker also touches on the challenges faced by manufacturers like Palmetto State Armory in meeting demand.

This entry details a significant lawsuit against Cabela's concerning ammunition sales and its potential ramifications for the entire firearms retail industry. The case, involving a fatal shooting by a 19-year-old, hinges on claims of negligence and exceptions to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Expert analysis suggests this could lead to broader liability for retailers if not dismissed.

This video, updated from a 2015 version, analyzes 2020 ATF registration data to rank US states by the number of registered NFA items. The speaker, an expert in 2A news, highlights that these figures represent legally owned items and are expected to grow. The analysis focuses on categories like Destructive Devices, Machineguns, Silencers, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs, providing state-by-state breakdowns and concluding with commentary on gun owner rights.

This entry details the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract decision, where the Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) was selected over Glock's submission. The analysis highlights key MHS requirements, the specific features of each submission, and crucially, the significant cost difference that heavily influenced the final decision. The Sig Sauer M17/M18 will replace the Beretta M9 in service.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses China's official stance that US citizens owning firearms is a serious problem requiring change. The host critically analyzes this statement, contrasting it with China's own human rights record and political system, while also referencing historical figures and current political figures like Senator Ben Sasse and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The content emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment and warns against foreign influence on US gun policy.