Inside the Industry: Where's the .22 Rimfire?

This video analyzes why a future ammunition shortage could be significantly worse than the last one, citing five key variables. These include more fragile global supply chains for raw materials, consolidation of major ammunition manufacturers under a few companies, faster and more prevalent panic buying due to recent memory, rising costs of materials and labor impacting production flexibility, and the critical factor of government and military contracts taking priority during potential conflicts. The speaker, from God, Family, and Guns, emphasizes that these combined factors could lead to an unprecedented shortage.

The video predicts a significant boom in primer production for 2025, driven by increased manufacturing capacity, technological advancements, and raw material availability. This is expected to lead to a buyer's market with potentially lower prices for primers and ammunition by the second and third quarters of 2025, assuming global stability.

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 discusses the US military's increased focus on ammunition production, aiming for wartime readiness. It highlights efforts to boost 155mm shell output and small arms ammunition manufacturing at facilities like the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. Despite military ramp-ups, the civilian market currently benefits from abundant raw materials and a lack of consumer rush, leading to stable or decreasing prices. The speaker suggests this military push is a positive development for national security and civilian access to ammunition.

This video provides an update on the ongoing ammunition shortage, highlighting the primary issue as a lack of primers. It discusses the current primer manufacturers in the US (Olin Corporation/Winchester and Vista Outdoors/Federal/CCI/Remington) and introduces Expansion Industries as a potential third supplier with a new plant in Texas. The update suggests that while demand remains high, this new production could alleviate supply chain issues and potentially lower prices.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.