Ammo hunt from the last two weeks and better plastic “ammo” cans

This video provides practical advice for preparing for potential societal collapse, emphasizing firearm readiness and essential supplies. The speaker, a self-described regular guy with no formal credentials, stresses the importance of owning a reliable rifle like an AR-15, stocking ammunition, and mastering marksmanship fundamentals. He also covers critical survival items including medical supplies, food, water, and fuel, advocating for a 'stay put' strategy over bugging out.

This video outlines eight essential items gun owners should stock up on before an ammunition shortage, beyond just ammunition itself. Key recommendations include proper bulk ammo storage solutions like ammo cans to protect against environmental damage, spare parts such as firing pins and springs, extra magazines (suggesting 10 per firearm), and reloading components like primers, powder, brass, and bullets. The presenter also emphasizes the importance of training ammunition, firearm accessories like red dots and flashlights, medical supplies including trauma kits and emergency medications, and essential cleaning supplies for firearm maintenance.

This guide covers best practices for both short-term and long-term ammunition storage. Short-term focuses on mobility and convenience for range trips or emergency situations, recommending products like MTM ammo cans and Vertex range bags. Long-term storage emphasizes protecting ammunition from environmental factors like humidity and moisture using sealed containers and desiccant packs, while also advising on ammunition rotation to maintain readiness and mitigate rising costs.

This video reviews the Savior Loose Sack Minis as a superior alternative to traditional sandwich baggies for transporting ammunition to the range. The reviewer highlights their durability, capacity for approximately 500 rounds, double stitching, removable Velcro labels, and sturdy material. They are presented as a cost-effective and practical solution for organizing and carrying ammunition, with potential for other uses like tool kits.

This video reviews the Glock 4 Pistol Bag (Model AP60219), highlighting its capacity to hold multiple Glock pistols and accessories. The presenter demonstrates how to pack various Glock models, including larger ones like the G17 and smaller ones like the G43, into the bag's padded compartments. It also showcases additional features like mesh zippered pouches for ammo and a dedicated section for suppressors, along with rear magazine holders.

This review covers the Gettysburg 50 caliber metal ammo can, highlighting its durable steel construction, powder coating, and rust/water resistance. The reviewer contrasts it with plastic alternatives, emphasizing the metal can's superior build quality and tight latch for secure ammo storage. It's presented as a cost-effective and robust solution for ammunition organization.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.