Emergency!! How Much Ammo Should You Have On Hand?!

Published on June 23, 2023
Duration: 4:51

This video provides expert guidance on how much ammunition to have on hand for various firearms. The instructor, drawing on military specifications and personal experience, recommends a baseline of 1000 rounds per sporting rifle and handgun, and 500 rounds for hunting rifles and revolvers. This baseline accounts for potential extended scenarios and includes an allocation for practice ammunition, emphasizing the importance of training.

Quick Summary

A recommended baseline for ammunition stockpiling is 1000 rounds per sporting rifle and handgun, and 500 rounds for hunting rifles and revolvers. This includes an allowance for practice ammunition and is influenced by military standards for rifle preparedness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Channel Support and Content Issues
  2. 00:30How Much Ammo Should You Have?
  3. 00:52Variables Affecting Ammo Needs
  4. 00:56General Ammunition Recommendations
  5. 01:05Sporting Rifle Ammunition Baseline
  6. 01:15Worst-Case Scenario Ammunition
  7. 01:28Practice Ammunition Needs
  8. 01:43Handgun Ammunition Recommendations
  9. 01:50Hunting Rifle & Revolver Ammunition
  10. 02:05Summary of Ammunition Baselines
  11. 02:22Viewer Thoughts and Discussion
  12. 02:38Basis for Recommendations
  13. 02:51Call to Action and Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended baseline for ammunition per firearm?

The general baseline recommendation is 1000 rounds per sporting rifle and 1000 rounds per handgun. For hunting rifles and revolvers, the recommendation is 500 rounds per firearm. This accounts for potential extended scenarios and includes an allocation for practice.

How does military ammunition doctrine influence civilian recommendations?

Military specifications often consider a significant number of loaded magazines plus reloads, which translates to roughly 1080 rounds per rifle. This military standard informs the civilian recommendation of around 1000 rounds for sporting rifles.

Should practice ammunition be included in emergency stockpiles?

Yes, practice ammunition should be considered in addition to your emergency stockpile. If you plan to train yourself or others, you will need a separate supply of rounds for regular practice and skill development.

Are there specific types of firearms that require less ammunition?

Yes, hunting rifles and revolvers typically require a lower baseline of 500 rounds. This is because these firearms are generally not used for sustained firing in the same way a sporting rifle or handgun might be in certain scenarios.

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