Ammo Shortage Update : How Much Ammo Do You Really Need?

Published on January 5, 2021
Duration: 6:18

This video provides guidance on how much ammunition individuals should stock, categorized by their primary use: preppers, self-defense focused individuals, and sports shooters. The instructor, from God Family and Guns, offers specific round count recommendations for various firearm types and calibers, emphasizing the difference between practice and defensive ammunition.

Quick Summary

During an ammo shortage, preppers should stock 1,000 rounds per caliber per firearm, including 50 hollow-point rounds. Self-defense focused individuals need 50 hollow-point and 100 practice rounds. Competition shooters should have 1,000 practice rounds per competition firearm.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Intro: Ammo Shortage 2021 & Needs
  2. 00:45Category 1: Prepper Ammunition Needs
  3. 01:01Example: AR-15 (5.56) & 9mm Handgun
  4. 01:14Defensive vs. Practice Rounds
  5. 01:48Category 2: Self-Defense Only Firearm
  6. 02:02Recommendations for Self-Defense Guns
  7. 02:46Category 3: Sports Shooter / Frequent Shooter
  8. 03:05Recommendations for Frequent Shooters
  9. 03:13Competition Shooting Ammunition
  10. 03:413-Gunner Ammunition Needs
  11. 03:55Defining Practice vs. Self-Defense Ammo
  12. 04:06Summary of Categories
  13. 04:42.22LR Conversion Benefits for Practice
  14. 05:03Final Thoughts & Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

How much ammunition should a prepper stock?

For prepper types concerned about major world events, it's recommended to stock at least 1,000 rounds of each caliber for every firearm you own. This includes a minimum of 50 rounds of hollow-point ammunition per caliber for defensive purposes.

What's the recommended ammo count for a self-defense firearm?

If your primary firearm is solely for self-defense, such as a handgun or shotgun, aim for 50 rounds of self-defense (hollow-point) ammunition. Additionally, keep 100 rounds of practice (full metal jacket) ammunition for training opportunities.

How much ammo do competition shooters need?

Competition shooters should ideally have 1,000 rounds per caliber for the firearm they use most frequently in competition. For disciplines like 3-gun, this extends to 1,000 rounds for each firearm involved in the competition.

What's the difference between practice and self-defense ammo?

Practice ammunition typically consists of full metal jacket (FMJ) or lead ball rounds, which are cost-effective for training. Self-defense ammunition usually refers to hollow-point rounds designed to expand upon impact for increased effectiveness.

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