All the ammo in Wal Mart, Academy, etc. is gone.

311unity13b · January 20, 2009, 01:41 AM

Was at my local Wally World tonight. Like all of it. Gone. Only thing they had left were some 7mm rifle rounds. I was amazed. The lady said they sold a crap load today alone. I hope they boost production so I can buy some more.

Philo_Beddoe · January 20, 2009, 01:45 AM

I cant find the 9mm 100rd packs anymore in wally world

troy_mclure · January 20, 2009, 05:17 AM

.40S&W has been gone from my town for a while, and i just shot up the last of the .204 ruger.

hoytinak · January 20, 2009, 05:20 AM

A guy I work with went from store to store (not just Wal-Mart) today buying up ammo, he spent a total of $1400 on ammo alone just today.

Elvishead · January 20, 2009, 05:28 AM

A few weeks ago, I was laughing at people saying Wal-Mart was out of ammo in there area. until a few days ago, I found out my Walmart in Vegas was out too.:barf:

Thank God I bought a case a few month's ago.

I just can shoot as much centerfire ammo anymore. Thank God I bought a 22.

PSP · January 20, 2009, 08:12 AM

Obama has stimulated one part of the economy for sure.

Ammo and ARs are gone around me locally.

csmsss · January 20, 2009, 08:40 AM

The WalMart near me still has some BlazerBrass .45ACP on hand - at $15/box of 50, the price isn't too bad.

Sneezer · January 20, 2009, 09:08 AM

I went into the outlying areas where I live with 5 and 10 thousand people and found the little walmarts. They had lots of handgun ammo because most of their sales are for hunters.

Something to try.

Bear Claw Chris · January 20, 2009, 09:09 AM

My local Wal-Mart was down to 2 boxes of .38sp and 1 box of .44 Magnum.

All other pistol ammo was sold out.

lee n. field · January 20, 2009, 09:34 AM

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.40S&W has been gone from my town for a while,

Local Wallyworld had Blazer Brass .40 for $12.??/box, last Sat. (Of course I snagged it.

)

Decent stock on other stuff, but no 7.62x39.

RamSlammer · January 20, 2009, 09:40 AM

Discovered a little trick when it comes to WalMart . . . Apparently they stock the shelves on set schedules, but may have some limited inventory in the back of the store for items in areas with not much shelf space or which require sale limitations such as age. For things that are being sold quicker than normally, the shelves may be empty, but they could be sitting on lots of stuff in the back waiting on the next scheduled restock.

If (and this is a big IF) you can find a helpful manager (blue vested folks are useless), he/she may actually know where to look in the storeroom and get stuff for you before the restock occurs.

Ranger325 · January 20, 2009, 11:47 AM

Went to two Wally's yesterday and the cupboards were bare - only a few boxes of .25 ACP and .357 SIG left. Time to get the Dillon crankin'........

Regards,

zebulonsmith · January 20, 2009, 01:16 PM

I'm done buying my ammo there. Seems like every time it's like pulling teeth to get someone to unlock the case for me.

A couple of weeks ago, I had a bit of an issue with the guy at the door wanting to check through my bag and double check my receipt to make sure that I wasn't stealing anything. I complied politely until he asked what that "bump under my shirt was" and wouldn't accept my quietly answering that it was the butt of my Ruger, which I was licensed to legally carry. I sternly refused to lift up my shirt to prove it and have to worry about being charged with brandishing and who knows what else. It took me threatening to call the police and him calling his manager to get me out the door.

Yesterday at a different Wal-Mart (stopped shopping at the first), after waiting for 30 mins while they ran around trying to find the person who was supposed to be in Sporting Goods, they discovered that he had taken the ONLY KEY TO THE CASE and went on break. The only thing I buy there is bulk .22 (reload for all my centerfires) so I'm just going to pay the little bit extra and buy it someplace else.

Wuchak · January 20, 2009, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by zebulonsmith

A couple of weeks ago, I had a bit of an issue with the guy at the door wanting to check through my bag and double check my receipt to make sure that I wasn't stealing anything. I complied politely until he asked what that "bump under my shirt was" and wouldn't accept my quietly answering that it was the butt of my Ruger, which I was licensed to legally carry. I sternly refused to lift up my shirt to prove it and have to worry about being charged with brandishing and who knows what else. It took me threatening to call the police and him calling his manager to get me out the door.

Next time the answer is "That is none of your business. Have a nice day." as you walk out. They cannot legally detain you. If they touch you it's assault. If they attempt to detain you it's unlawful imprisonment. I would never tell any WalMart employee that I have a CCW. All they can do is follow you in the parking lot and write down your license plate number and call the police. They will need something more than just you had a bulge under your jacket to get the police to look up your address and chase you down.

Another answer, "That's my colostomy bag and no I will not show you."

Tom2 · January 20, 2009, 02:34 PM

Yea you could say it is your bag, and it might burst right here in the store if I cannot leave soon. But it sounds also like you have some issues with your sidearm CCW printing thru. I would hope it is not obvious to a casual observer or maybe re assess your rig.

KC Rob · January 20, 2009, 02:48 PM

I agree with Tom, if the lowest common denominator that was working the door at Walmart can see that you are carrying concealed, then you aren't very concealed. I certainly would not tell that person that I was carrying. I would have just politely left, or asked to speak to his manager then step aside and quietly explain it to the manager. You are lucky that he didn't call the police on you when you mentioned you had a gun. Then you would have to explain to the police how he knew you were carrying a gun that is supposed to be concealed.

cjw3cma · January 20, 2009, 03:16 PM

Sorry, Buzz Kill, but even the lowest common denominator may be aware of concealed carry (they may even have a permit - who knows). So what if someone might think you are carrying; as long as you are not brandishing in most states you are legal. My 1911 has been seen by a few store employees when I reach for something on that top shelf or when I bend to put heavy items on the bottom of the cart. No big deal. If asked I respond without giving any unnecessary information and do not always reply with an answer to their question. And I make sure that I do not carry in any establishment that states no handguns at any time as it is their prerogative as the owner(s) of that store.

Back to the subject - there is hardly any capacity in the world for consumer ammunition as with two (2) war fronts and all of the unrest in the world, military procurement has taken the capacity. The same rounds I purchased for $14 a box now goes for $25 and more. My personal inventory may be lower than normal but still got enough.

cohoskip · January 20, 2009, 05:35 PM

Yup, my local Wally World is out of most ammo also. The only .22LR they have is lead, not plated, or CCI hypers for $5.50 box of 50. No 9mm, no .40, no .45...

So, I bought 1000 rounds of 9mm from CTD...

zebulonsmith · January 20, 2009, 05:51 PM

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as long as you are not brandishing in most states you are legal

Nailed it. In my opinion, it belongs on your hip for all the world to see. I cover it up to be polite, but I'm not going to carry less gun just because it might print a little. I live in a state where OC is legal but frowned upon, so even if it is seen, there's no law broken.

dabigguns357 · January 20, 2009, 06:00 PM

I got a chance to work the gun counter today was going to buy the last 2 boxes of blazer brass in 180gr .40 cal but before i could get to break they were gone.The only ammo our store now has as of 4:00 pm is .22 short and mag,2 boxes of .38,1 box of 9mm,and 3 boxes of 12 gauge slugs which i bought after leaving work.I checked to see if we were out or if it was out in the warehouse,it's out at the stores but the store are only getting small quantities.

I know the the next time i see any coming in i'm going to break as soon as i see it and grabbing some up.

Uh and there is a small piece of good news,blazer brass in .40 cal is still 12.49 a box.

csmsss · January 20, 2009, 06:57 PM

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Next time the answer is "That is none of your business. Have a nice day." as you walk out. They cannot legally detain you. If they touch you it's assault. If they attempt to detain you it's unlawful imprisonment. I would never tell any WalMart employee that I have a CCW. All they can do is follow you in the parking lot and write down your license plate number and call the police. They will need something more than just you had a bulge under your jacket to get the police to look up your address and chase you down.

Another answer, "That's my colostomy bag and no I will not show you."

Actually, yes they can - if you are inside the store, you have likely given an implied consent to search, or at the very least to detain you until the police arrive. Otherwise, they would never be permitted to stop and hold shoplifters.

pogo2 · January 20, 2009, 07:16 PM

I was in WalMart two days ago and thought I would buy some ammo. They were all out of .38, .45 and 9mm. They did have some .40 caliber Winchester in 100 round boxes, so I got a couple of those since I have several .40 guns. The clerk said they don't get another shipment of ammo for over a month.

Later at home I went online and ordered .45 and 9mm from Natchez Shooters' Supply. They were out of some items but I found what I needed. It cost less than Walmart but the shipping costs make it about the same price overall.

PSP · January 20, 2009, 07:36 PM

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Actually, yes they can - if you are inside the store, you have likely given an implied consent to search. Otherwise, they would never be permitted to stop shoplifters.

A shoplifter is stopped after having been witnessed committing a crime. A shopper has not committed a crime. There's a big difference. On their property or not, you do not forfeit your rights of illegal searches of your personal property.

The Walmart door warcher has no police powers. A polite "no thank you" and continue on to your car will suffice.

texnut · January 20, 2009, 08:13 PM

I made my weekly grocery trip to Wal Mart today and was surprised to see .9mm and .380 Auto available. Just picked up one box of the .380 (recently picked up 4 elsewhere) but I got ALL of the .9mm stuff. All 4 boxes. Plenty of .22 and .40 cal available.

Randy

BigDinOC · January 22, 2009, 12:27 AM

In my area of Southern California I have been traveling ( for a good few weeks ) to the local stores to buy some 22lr ammo. Three different Wal Marts two different Turners one Big 5 and the local gun shop with either coming home with nothing ( most of the time ) or coming home with something that I really did not want. Tonight I went back to the Wal Mart that I purchased a few boxes of ammo this past weekend that I really did not want. But, I had no choice other than to purchase it or get nothing again. So I went back to buy some more of the ammo that I really did not want in the fear that it all might be gone by this weekend. They must have gotten a shipment in because it was the best selection that I have seen anywhere in a couple of months easily. This shopping trip it was difficult to decide what I wanted for a change. This buying ammo stuff is like a sickness. If you see it you have to buy it. I am sure that I will be back again this weekend or sooner.

D

January 20, 2009, 01:41 AM	#1
311unity13b Member Join Date: June 2, 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 84	All the ammo in Wal Mart, Academy, etc. is gone. Was at my local Wally World tonight. Like all of it. Gone. Only thing they had left were some 7mm rifle rounds. I was amazed. The lady said they sold a crap load today alone. I hope they boost production so I can buy some more.

January 20, 2009, 05:35 PM	#18
cohoskip Senior Member Join Date: October 10, 2007 Location: Chimacum, WA Posts: 424	Yup, my local Wally World is out of most ammo also. The only .22LR they have is lead, not plated, or CCI hypers for $5.50 box of 50. No 9mm, no .40, no .45... So, I bought 1000 rounds of 9mm from CTD... Last edited by cohoskip; January 20, 2009 at 05:42 PM.

January 20, 2009, 07:16 PM	#22
pogo2 Senior Member Join Date: June 5, 2002 Location: Southwest Posts: 879	Me too I was in WalMart two days ago and thought I would buy some ammo. They were all out of .38, .45 and 9mm. They did have some .40 caliber Winchester in 100 round boxes, so I got a couple of those since I have several .40 guns. The clerk said they don't get another shipment of ammo for over a month. Later at home I went online and ordered .45 and 9mm from Natchez Shooters' Supply. They were out of some items but I found what I needed. It cost less than Walmart but the shipping costs make it about the same price overall.

January 22, 2009, 12:27 AM	#25
BigDinOC Member Join Date: February 17, 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 89	Hit the mother load. In my area of Southern California I have been traveling ( for a good few weeks ) to the local stores to buy some 22lr ammo. Three different Wal Marts two different Turners one Big 5 and the local gun shop with either coming home with nothing ( most of the time ) or coming home with something that I really did not want. Tonight I went back to the Wal Mart that I purchased a few boxes of ammo this past weekend that I really did not want. But, I had no choice other than to purchase it or get nothing again. So I went back to buy some more of the ammo that I really did not want in the fear that it all might be gone by this weekend. They must have gotten a shipment in because it was the best selection that I have seen anywhere in a couple of months easily. This shopping trip it was difficult to decide what I wanted for a change. This buying ammo stuff is like a sickness. If you see it you have to buy it. I am sure that I will be back again this weekend or sooner. D

January 20, 2009, 01:45 AM	#2
Philo_Beddoe Multiply registered, multiply banned troll. Join Date: March 3, 2008 Posts: 239	I cant find the 9mm 100rd packs anymore in wally world

January 20, 2009, 05:17 AM	#3
troy_mclure Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 2008 Location: gulf of mexico Posts: 2,716	.40S&W has been gone from my town for a while, and i just shot up the last of the .204 ruger.

January 20, 2009, 05:20 AM	#4
hoytinak Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 5,721	A guy I work with went from store to store (not just Wal-Mart) today buying up ammo, he spent a total of $1400 on ammo alone just today.

January 20, 2009, 05:28 AM	#5
Elvishead Junior member Join Date: August 8, 2007 Location: Las vegas, NV Posts: 3,397	A few weeks ago, I was laughing at people saying Wal-Mart was out of ammo in there area. until a few days ago, I found out my Walmart in Vegas was out too.:barf: Thank God I bought a case a few month's ago. I just can shoot as much centerfire ammo anymore. Thank God I bought a 22.

January 20, 2009, 08:12 AM	#6
PSP Senior Member Join Date: June 2, 2006 Location: Bowling Green Virginia Posts: 4,496	Obama has stimulated one part of the economy for sure. Ammo and ARs are gone around me locally.

January 20, 2009, 08:40 AM	#7
csmsss Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2008 Location: Orange, TX Posts: 3,078	The WalMart near me still has some BlazerBrass .45ACP on hand - at $15/box of 50, the price isn't too bad.

January 20, 2009, 09:08 AM	#8
Sneezer Member Join Date: December 28, 2008 Location: NWA Posts: 94	I went into the outlying areas where I live with 5 and 10 thousand people and found the little walmarts. They had lots of handgun ammo because most of their sales are for hunters. Something to try.

January 20, 2009, 09:09 AM	#9
Bear Claw Chris Senior Member Join Date: July 25, 2008 Posts: 147	My local Wal-Mart was down to 2 boxes of .38sp and 1 box of .44 Magnum. All other pistol ammo was sold out.

January 20, 2009, 09:40 AM	#11
RamSlammer Senior Member Join Date: November 5, 2008 Location: Arkansas Posts: 722	Discovered a little trick when it comes to WalMart . . . Apparently they stock the shelves on set schedules, but may have some limited inventory in the back of the store for items in areas with not much shelf space or which require sale limitations such as age. For things that are being sold quicker than normally, the shelves may be empty, but they could be sitting on lots of stuff in the back waiting on the next scheduled restock. If (and this is a big IF) you can find a helpful manager (blue vested folks are useless), he/she may actually know where to look in the storeroom and get stuff for you before the restock occurs.

January 20, 2009, 11:47 AM	#12
Ranger325 Senior Member Join Date: April 23, 2005 Location: NW Ohio Posts: 428	Went to two Wally's yesterday and the cupboards were bare - only a few boxes of .25 ACP and .357 SIG left. Time to get the Dillon crankin'........ Regards,

January 20, 2009, 01:16 PM	#13
zebulonsmith Senior Member Join Date: October 27, 2007 Posts: 307	I'm done buying my ammo there. Seems like every time it's like pulling teeth to get someone to unlock the case for me. A couple of weeks ago, I had a bit of an issue with the guy at the door wanting to check through my bag and double check my receipt to make sure that I wasn't stealing anything. I complied politely until he asked what that "bump under my shirt was" and wouldn't accept my quietly answering that it was the butt of my Ruger, which I was licensed to legally carry. I sternly refused to lift up my shirt to prove it and have to worry about being charged with brandishing and who knows what else. It took me threatening to call the police and him calling his manager to get me out the door. Yesterday at a different Wal-Mart (stopped shopping at the first), after waiting for 30 mins while they ran around trying to find the person who was supposed to be in Sporting Goods, they discovered that he had taken the ONLY KEY TO THE CASE and went on break. The only thing I buy there is bulk .22 (reload for all my centerfires) so I'm just going to pay the little bit extra and buy it someplace else.

January 20, 2009, 02:34 PM	#15
Tom2 Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,676	Yea you could say it is your bag, and it might burst right here in the store if I cannot leave soon. But it sounds also like you have some issues with your sidearm CCW printing thru. I would hope it is not obvious to a casual observer or maybe re assess your rig.

January 20, 2009, 02:48 PM	#16
KC Rob Senior Member Join Date: January 3, 2009 Location: Outside KC, MO Posts: 321	I agree with Tom, if the lowest common denominator that was working the door at Walmart can see that you are carrying concealed, then you aren't very concealed. I certainly would not tell that person that I was carrying. I would have just politely left, or asked to speak to his manager then step aside and quietly explain it to the manager. You are lucky that he didn't call the police on you when you mentioned you had a gun. Then you would have to explain to the police how he knew you were carrying a gun that is supposed to be concealed.

January 20, 2009, 03:16 PM	#17
cjw3cma Senior Member Join Date: July 9, 2007 Location: Chiloquin, OR Posts: 217	Sorry, Buzz Kill, but even the lowest common denominator may be aware of concealed carry (they may even have a permit - who knows). So what if someone might think you are carrying; as long as you are not brandishing in most states you are legal. My 1911 has been seen by a few store employees when I reach for something on that top shelf or when I bend to put heavy items on the bottom of the cart. No big deal. If asked I respond without giving any unnecessary information and do not always reply with an answer to their question. And I make sure that I do not carry in any establishment that states no handguns at any time as it is their prerogative as the owner(s) of that store. Back to the subject - there is hardly any capacity in the world for consumer ammunition as with two (2) war fronts and all of the unrest in the world, military procurement has taken the capacity. The same rounds I purchased for $14 a box now goes for $25 and more. My personal inventory may be lower than normal but still got enough.

January 20, 2009, 06:00 PM	#20
dabigguns357 Senior Member Join Date: May 3, 2008 Location: Ona,West Virginia Posts: 1,215	I got a chance to work the gun counter today was going to buy the last 2 boxes of blazer brass in 180gr .40 cal but before i could get to break they were gone.The only ammo our store now has as of 4:00 pm is .22 short and mag,2 boxes of .38,1 box of 9mm,and 3 boxes of 12 gauge slugs which i bought after leaving work.I checked to see if we were out or if it was out in the warehouse,it's out at the stores but the store are only getting small quantities. I know the the next time i see any coming in i'm going to break as soon as i see it and grabbing some up. Uh and there is a small piece of good news,blazer brass in .40 cal is still 12.49 a box.

January 20, 2009, 08:13 PM	#24
texnut Member Join Date: November 12, 2008 Location: SLC, Utah Posts: 22	I made my weekly grocery trip to Wal Mart today and was surprised to see .9mm and .380 Auto available. Just picked up one box of the .380 (recently picked up 4 elsewhere) but I got ALL of the .9mm stuff. All 4 boxes. Plenty of .22 and .40 cal available. Randy