Top 10 Calibers You MUST Stockpile Before 2026 - Don't Miss Out!

Published on December 26, 2025
Duration: 17:27

This video, presented by Sully from Line 45, outlines the top 10 calibers to stockpile before 2026, citing rising ammo prices and potential supply shortages. It emphasizes proactive purchasing of calibers like .40 S&W, 7.62x39mm, .45 ACP, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, 12 Gauge, .22 LR, .223 Remington/5.56 NATO, 9mm Luger, and 10mm Auto, explaining the specific reasons for each's vulnerability during market fluctuations.

Quick Summary

Ammunition prices are rising, with 9mm up 18% and rifle calibers like .223/5.56 and .308 seeing supply drops by mid-2025. To avoid empty shelves and doubled prices, it's crucial to stockpile calibers like .40 S&W, 7.62x39mm, .45 ACP, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, 12 Gauge, .22 LR, .223/5.56 NATO, 9mm Luger, and 10mm Auto before 2026.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Ammo Price Hikes & Supply Drops
  2. 00:56Caliber #1: .40 S&W
  3. 02:22Caliber #2: 7.62x39mm
  4. 04:04Caliber #3: .45 ACP
  5. 05:39Caliber #4: 6.5 Creedmoor
  6. 07:20Caliber #5: .308 Winchester / 7.62 NATO
  7. 09:05Caliber #6: 12 Gauge
  8. 10:52Caliber #7: .22 LR
  9. 12:26Caliber #8: .223 Remington / 5.56 NATO
  10. 14:18Caliber #9: 9mm Luger
  11. 15:52Caliber #10: 10mm Auto

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I stockpile ammunition before 2026?

Ammunition prices are already rising, with 9mm up nearly 18% and rifle calibers like .223/5.56 and .308 seeing significant supply drops. Waiting until shelves are empty again, like in 2020, will result in much higher prices or no availability.

Which calibers are most vulnerable to shortages?

Calibers like .40 S&W and .45 ACP are vulnerable as manufacturers prioritize 9mm. 7.62x39mm is affected by import bans. Precision rounds like 6.5 Creedmoor and common rounds like .22 LR and .223/5.56 NATO also disappear quickly due to high demand and production limitations.

What are the current price trends for common calibers?

As of mid-2025, 9mm FMJ is around 30 cents per round, while defensive loads can exceed a dollar. .45 ACP FMJ is 40-50 cents, and .22 LR bulk is 4-6 cents per shot, though prices are creeping up for most calibers.

Are there specific defensive ammunition brands recommended for stockpiling?

Federal HST and Speer Gold Dot are highlighted as reliable defensive loads for calibers like .40 S&W and 9mm. For 12 gauge, Federal Flight Control Zero Recoil buckshot is mentioned as a trusted option.

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