Are you focusing cash on ammo versus an extra gun? - Page 2

UtopiaTexasG19 · October 9, 2012, 09:11 AM

I keep buying more loading supplies because, like Art said above, everything just keeps getting more expensive. When I think back to what I paid for reloading supplies 40 years ago versus today it literally makes my head spin!

Ignition Override · October 12, 2012, 11:57 PM

Over two weeks ago I bought another 480 rds. of M2 Ball. The guy at the club sold it for the price of present CMP plus shipping. Now with a good bit, I want to guard it like the dragon "im Ring des Nibelungen", guarding the cave of gold.

Reloading so far is only for the Enfields or the FR8. If you guys get low on powder in one-two years, will your best deals be the 8-lb. jugs at gun shows, assuming that you attend mostly to socialize?

FloridaVeteran: It would make no difference to me even if sarcasm were intended. With six Enfields, the choice is which to take along with the SKS or Romanian M-69 Trainer, or.... etc.

SHR970 · October 13, 2012, 12:11 AM

Loaded question....pun intended.

If you have one or two guns to feed expanding your collection might be a priority. If you have quite a few mouths to feed then ammo becomes more of a priority.

In my case I have
(3) Shotgun gauges / bores
(11) Rifle calibers
(8) Handgun calibers
And the 22 RF flavors for both rifle and handgun.

As you can see; it is a matter of perspective.

coyota1 · October 13, 2012, 02:00 AM

I don't believe it's a perishable skill, but I also believe there is no substitute for practice, and it's also fun to do. I'm gonna do some rifle practice this weekend myself.

droptrd · October 13, 2012, 10:07 AM

I focus on ammo, components and mags. My safe is completely full so......

I prefer my handloads to any factory ammo out there, but if I see good bulk ammo deals, I hop on it. especially for rifle ammo. I like to stock up on 00 buck shells and slugs too. I havent loaded shotshells in a couple years. I dont enjoy loading buck shot anymore, and for plinking loads, I cant beat the walmart 100rd value packs.

I buy 556 surlpus alot. I use my handloads for hunting. But for plinking and ammo storage its tough to beat.

darkgael · October 14, 2012, 05:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Art Eatman

I've yet to wear out a gun, but I've used up a lot of ammo through the years.

To me, the big incentive for ammo and components is the unending inflation in consumer prices. Buy now, 'cause the price will be higher in the future.

+1.
Got plenty of guns. Never have enough ammo or components.
Pete

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October 12, 2012, 11:57 PM	#27
Ignition Override Senior Member Join Date: February 18, 2008 Posts: 1,550	Over two weeks ago I bought another 480 rds. of M2 Ball. The guy at the club sold it for the price of present CMP plus shipping. Now with a good bit, I want to guard it like the dragon "im Ring des Nibelungen", guarding the cave of gold. Reloading so far is only for the Enfields or the FR8. If you guys get low on powder in one-two years, will your best deals be the 8-lb. jugs at gun shows, assuming that you attend mostly to socialize? FloridaVeteran: It would make no difference to me even if sarcasm were intended. With six Enfields, the choice is which to take along with the SKS or Romanian M-69 Trainer, or.... etc. Last edited by Ignition Override; October 13, 2012 at 12:11 AM.

October 9, 2012, 09:11 AM	#26
UtopiaTexasG19 Senior Member Join Date: July 3, 2011 Location: S.E. Texas Gulf Coast Posts: 699	I keep buying more loading supplies because, like Art said above, everything just keeps getting more expensive. When I think back to what I paid for reloading supplies 40 years ago versus today it literally makes my head spin!

October 13, 2012, 12:11 AM	#28
SHR970 Senior Member Join Date: January 24, 2011 Posts: 396	Loaded question....pun intended. If you have one or two guns to feed expanding your collection might be a priority. If you have quite a few mouths to feed then ammo becomes more of a priority. In my case I have (3) Shotgun gauges / bores (11) Rifle calibers (8) Handgun calibers And the 22 RF flavors for both rifle and handgun. As you can see; it is a matter of perspective.

October 13, 2012, 02:00 AM	#29
coyota1 Senior Member Join Date: April 6, 2008 Location: West Michigan Posts: 656	I don't believe it's a perishable skill, but I also believe there is no substitute for practice, and it's also fun to do. I'm gonna do some rifle practice this weekend myself.

October 13, 2012, 10:07 AM	#30
droptrd Senior Member Join Date: September 22, 2011 Location: Illinois Posts: 297	I focus on ammo, components and mags. My safe is completely full so...... I prefer my handloads to any factory ammo out there, but if I see good bulk ammo deals, I hop on it. especially for rifle ammo. I like to stock up on 00 buck shells and slugs too. I havent loaded shotshells in a couple years. I dont enjoy loading buck shot anymore, and for plinking loads, I cant beat the walmart 100rd value packs. I buy 556 surlpus alot. I use my handloads for hunting. But for plinking and ammo storage its tough to beat.