Riots, Snowpocalypse, SHOT Show Livestream

Published on February 2, 2026
Duration: 72:16

This livestream from The VSO Gun Channel covers a range of topics including personal anecdotes about travel, discussions on First Form pre-workout flavors, and a deep dive into the factors affecting ammunition prices, particularly the impact of AI on copper demand. The speaker also touches on firearm components like adjustable gas blocks and the FN 5.7 caliber, offering insights from his experience at SHOT Show.

Quick Summary

Ammunition prices are increasing significantly due to the high demand for copper from AI development. Copper is essential for bullets and casings, and AI's consumption is driving up its cost, directly impacting the price of firearms ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Technical Issues
  2. 01:13Post-SHOT Show Quarantine & First Form
  3. 04:02Worst Aviation Experience Story
  4. 14:16First Form Flavor Discussion
  5. 17:40SHOT Show Questions & Rifle Speed Gas Control
  6. 19:17Cold Weather Testing & Ads Off
  7. 20:13Value of Adjustable Gas Blocks
  8. 21:28Rifle Speed Gas Control Video Deep Dive
  9. 29:20FN 5.7 Pistol & PSA 57 Rock Discussion
  10. 32:55FN 5.7 Caliber Analysis
  11. 36:17First Form Meat Stick Giveaway
  12. 39:42Manufacturing & Race to the Bottom
  13. 48:06Impending Ammunition Price Problem
  14. 49:46Copper Prices & AI Demand
  15. 57:43Nuclear Power ETFs & Ammunition Prices
  16. 61:30Shotgun Ammo Price Spikes & Seasonality
  17. 64:17Alternative Casing Materials
  18. 66:30Chat GPT & Future Tech
  19. 67:31Wrap-up & Range Plans
  20. 69:26Weather & Global Conditions
  21. 70:48Flying Rich & Travel Woes
  22. 72:05Giveaway Reminder & VOD Transition

Frequently Asked Questions

What is causing ammunition prices to increase?

Ammunition prices are rising due to increased demand for raw materials like copper, driven significantly by AI development. This competition for copper, essential for bullets and casings, is pushing up manufacturing costs and, consequently, the price of ammunition for consumers.

How does AI impact copper prices and ammunition?

AI development requires vast amounts of copper for its infrastructure, including power generation and data centers. This surge in demand for copper directly competes with the ammunition industry's needs, leading to higher copper prices and a subsequent increase in ammunition costs.

What is the role of adjustable gas blocks on firearms?

Adjustable gas blocks allow shooters to fine-tune the amount of gas cycling the firearm's action. This is crucial for reliable operation with various ammunition types, suppressors, and in extreme environmental conditions like cold weather, preventing over or undergassing.

Why are FN 5.7 pistols and ammunition expensive?

The FN 5.7 caliber's ammunition is costly partly because its casings are designed for single use due to a specific annealing process. This limits reloadability and contributes to higher manufacturing costs, making both the firearms and ammunition more expensive.

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