Roy Hill Of Brownells Updates Us On Record Guns & Ammo Sales

Published on May 7, 2020
Duration: 12:44

Roy Hill from Brownells discusses record gun and ammunition sales, noting that while overall firearm sales are slightly down from peak March numbers, they remain historically high. Ammunition, particularly 9mm and 5.56x45mm, continues to sell out rapidly. Handguns are the primary purchase for first-time gun buyers, often for home defense. The demand for firearm parts, including lower parts kits and uppers, remains strong.

Quick Summary

Roy Hill of Brownells reports that firearm sales, while slightly down from March peaks, remain historically high. Ammunition, especially 9mm and 5.56, continues to sell out rapidly. First-time buyers are primarily purchasing handguns for home defense, and the demand for firearm parts like lower receivers and uppers remains strong.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Hank Strange Situation
  2. 00:41Brownells Retail Update & Industry Trends
  3. 00:51Record Gun Sales & NICS Checks Dip
  4. 01:16Ammunition Availability at Brownells
  5. 01:369mm Ammunition Stock Levels
  6. 02:015.56 Ammunition Availability
  7. 02:11Slowdown in Ammunition Sales?
  8. 02:50Gun Sales Trends: Handguns vs. Rifles
  9. 03:01First-Time Gun Buyers & Home Defense
  10. 03:22Crow Shooting Supplies Wholesale Data
  11. 04:01Rifle and Parts Sales Demand
  12. 04:25Parts Shortages: Lower Kits & Uppers
  13. 04:45Polymer 80 Build Parts
  14. 05:09Will's Firearm Wishlist
  15. 05:20Will's M16A1 Transferable Build
  16. 05:35MP7 Clone & Modernization Plans
  17. 05:59FN 5-7 Conversion & CMMG
  18. 06:19FightLite Belt-Fed Ambition
  19. 07:14Roy's Firearm Wishlist
  20. 07:28Iowa's Class-3 Firearm Restrictions
  21. 08:15Roy's Big Bore & Elephant Gun Interest
  22. 08:27Short Martini-Henry & Brown Bess Musket
  23. 09:16Mo's Firearm Collection & Wishlist
  24. 09:34Mo's .338 Caliber Firearms
  25. 09:58Mo's Thermal Optic Wishlist
  26. 10:32Mo's Suppressor Collection
  27. 10:35IWI Firearms & Tavor TS12
  28. 11:00Masada 9mm & Desert Eagle .50 AE
  29. 11:06Glock & Para Ordnance .45 ACP
  30. 11:41Short Barreled Rifle (SBR) 5.56
  31. 11:54CMMG Mk4 & .308 Rifles
  32. 12:00Beretta 12 Gauge & Browning 10 Gauge
  33. 12:31Support Hank Strange Efforts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current trends in firearm and ammunition sales according to Brownells?

Roy Hill from Brownells reports that while overall firearm sales have slightly decreased from March peaks, they remain historically high. Ammunition, particularly 9mm and 5.56, continues to sell out rapidly. Handguns are the most popular choice for first-time buyers, often for home defense.

Is ammunition still hard to find in the current market?

Yes, ammunition remains in high demand. At Brownells, ammunition comes in, is logged, and then quickly sells out. While sales are slightly down from the absolute peak, they are still considered high, with specific calibers like 9mm and 5.56 experiencing rapid turnover.

What types of firearms are first-time gun buyers purchasing?

First-time gun buyers are predominantly purchasing handguns. These purchases are often motivated by a need for home defense. This trend significantly contributes to the high sales volume of handguns in the current market.

Are firearm parts and accessories readily available?

The market for firearm parts and accessories is experiencing significant demand. Consumers are finding it difficult to acquire essential components like lower parts kits and upper receivers, indicating a strong ongoing interest in building and customizing firearms.

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