How Much AMMO Should You BUY RIGHT NOW?

Published on October 10, 2023
Duration: 12:39

This guide outlines a strategic approach to ammunition stockpiling, using a 'war scenario' as the benchmark for preparedness. It breaks down needs by primary, secondary, and specialty weapons, calculating a 7-year supply based on estimated annual usage. The methodology emphasizes defensive needs, explicitly excluding ammunition for training or recreational shooting.

Quick Summary

To determine how much ammunition to stockpile, plan for the most extreme scenario, like a war, as a benchmark. Estimate annual needs for primary, secondary, and specialty firearms, sum them, and multiply by seven for a 7-year defensive supply, excluding training rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: How Much Ammo to Buy?
  2. 00:19Scenarios for Ammo Needs: Home, Community, Mob Violence, War
  3. 01:22Worst-Case Scenario Planning: War as a Benchmark
  4. 02:01Categorizing Your Gear: Primary, Secondary, Specialty
  5. 02:30Primary Weapon Ammo: AR-15 Example
  6. 05:01Calculating Primary Ammo Needs (AR-15)
  7. 06:39Secondary Weapon Ammo: Handgun Examples
  8. 07:53Calculating Secondary Ammo Needs (Handgun)
  9. 08:43Specialty Weapon Ammo: Shotgun & Hunting Examples
  10. 09:39Calculating Specialty Ammo Needs (Shotgun)
  11. 10:4822LR & Big Game Ammo (AR-10)
  12. 11:18Calculating Big Game Ammo Needs (AR-10)
  13. 12:02Final Ammo Stockpiling Rundown

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended approach for calculating how much ammunition to stockpile?

The recommended approach is to plan for the most extreme scenario, such as a war, and use that as a benchmark. This involves estimating annual ammunition needs for your primary, secondary, and specialty firearms, summing them, and then multiplying by seven to account for a potential 7-year duration.

How should ammunition needs be categorized for stockpiling?

Ammunition needs should be categorized by weapon type: primary (your main go-to firearm), secondary (your backup, typically a handgun), and specialty (for unique situations). Each category requires a separate calculation for stockpiling.

What are the suggested annual ammo quantities for primary and secondary weapons?

For a primary weapon like an AR-15 with a combat loadout, an annual estimate might be 840 rounds. For a secondary handgun with multiple magazines, around 300 rounds annually is suggested, rounded up for buffer.

Does the recommended ammo stockpile include ammunition for training or recreational shooting?

No, the calculated stockpile is specifically for defensive purposes based on worst-case scenarios. Ammunition for training, practice, or recreational shooting at the range should be acquired and stored separately.

What is the rationale behind using a 7-year duration for ammo stockpiling?

The 7-year duration is derived from historical data on the length of various wars, such as the Civil War (4 years) and the Vietnam War (10 years). Using the median duration of 7 years provides a solid reference point for long-term preparedness.

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