The Future & Direction of Ammunition in America - TheFireArmGuy

Published on January 23, 2016
Duration: 5:11

Michael Fiser from Magtech discusses current ammunition market trends, highlighting strong demand for 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP. He notes a resurgence in 10mm and 300 Blackout due to new firearms and interest in suppressors and SBRs. The conversation also touches on the continued popularity of 223/5.56 and the growing interest in high-performance 6.5mm rounds for long-range shooting.

Quick Summary

Ammunition demand is strong, with 9mm, 40 S&W, 45 ACP, and 5.56x45mm NATO being core offerings. 10mm and 300 Blackout are seeing a resurgence due to new firearms and suppressor popularity. 9mm is favored for its shootability over 40 S&W, and 6.5mm calibers are gaining traction for long-range shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction with Michael Fiser from Magtech
  2. 00:14SNB Ammunition Pronunciation
  3. 00:34Current Ammunition Market Demand
  4. 01:10Magtech's Best Seller: 9mm Target Loads
  5. 01:18Core Business: FMJ Training Ammunition
  6. 01:27New Calibers: 300 Blackout & 10mm Auto
  7. 02:13Resurgence of 10mm and 300 Blackout
  8. 02:1740 S&W Demand Slowdown
  9. 02:21Impact of FBI's 9mm Decision
  10. 02:49Long Gun Ammunition: 223/5.56
  11. 02:58Popular Hunting Rounds & 6.5mm Interest
  12. 03:35Surprises in Ammunition Availability
  13. 03:50Consumer Awareness and Stocking Habits
  14. 04:24Forecasting Demand for Upcoming Year
  15. 04:57Praise for Magtech Products

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current trends in ammunition demand in America?

Demand for ammunition is currently very strong across the industry. Michael Fiser from Magtech notes good order response and advises consumers to stock up. Key calibers seeing high demand include 9mm, 40 S&W, 45 ACP, and 5.56x45mm NATO, with growing interest in 10mm and 300 Blackout.

Which ammunition calibers are gaining popularity?

10mm Auto and 300 Blackout are experiencing a resurgence in popularity. This is driven by new pistol models for 10mm and increased interest in suppressors and short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for 300 Blackout.

Why is 40 S&W demand decreasing?

Demand for 40 S&W is slowing, partly influenced by the FBI's decision to return to 9mm. Additionally, 9mm is considered a more pleasant caliber to shoot, especially in smaller concealed carry pistols, compared to the more abusive recoil of 40 S&W.

What are the popular choices for long gun ammunition?

For long guns, 223 Remington/5.56x45mm NATO remains a strong seller. There's also a growing interest in high-performance 6.5mm rounds, such as the 6.5 Creedmoor, for longer-range shooting applications, fueled by advancements in optics and rifle technology.

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