How Much Ammo Is Enough For SHTF | Civil Unrest Prepping

Published on November 9, 2024
Duration: 9:03

This video provides a practical guide to stockpiling ammunition for SHTF or civil unrest scenarios. It recommends a minimum of filling all available magazines and a goal of 1,000 rounds per caliber. The content emphasizes maintaining a separate training stockpile and offers budgeting tips for common calibers like 9mm and 5.56 NATO, stressing the importance of starting now, even with small purchases.

Quick Summary

The minimum ammunition stockpile should be enough to fill every magazine you own. A recommended goal is 1,000 rounds per caliber, with separate training ammo. Budgeting for 9mm can be done via bulk buys or small weekly purchases, while 5.56 NATO requires consistent incremental buying.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Ammo Stockpiling for SHTF
  2. 01:15The Bare Minimum Ammo Rule
  3. 03:18Recommended Stockpile Goal: 1000 Rounds
  4. 04:46Budgeting for 9mm Ammo
  5. 05:54Budgeting for 5.56 NATO Ammo
  6. 08:09Final Advice: Start Stockpiling Now

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum amount of ammunition recommended for SHTF preparedness?

The absolute minimum ammunition stockpile recommended is enough to fill every single magazine you own. This ensures all your available carrying capacity is utilized and ready for immediate conflict if you need to move quickly.

What is a good target number for ammunition stockpiling per caliber?

A recommended stockpile goal is 1,000 rounds per caliber owned. This provides a necessary safety buffer. Additionally, it's wise to maintain separate 'training ammo' to keep skills sharp without depleting your survival stockpile.

How can I budget for stockpiling 9mm ammunition?

You can budget for 9mm by making bulk purchases, which can cost around $260 for 1,000 rounds, or by making small weekly buys of 50-round boxes to reach your goal incrementally while still allowing for training.

Is rifle ammunition more expensive than pistol ammunition for stockpiling?

Yes, rifle ammunition like 5.56 NATO is generally more expensive than pistol rounds like 9mm. Quality 5.56 NATO can cost around $0.62 per round, making consistent weekly purchases a practical strategy to build your stockpile.

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