The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Where do you generally get your consumable supplies?

crowbeaner · September 25, 2008, 03:55 PM

The problem I have with Midway is that they mark up EVERYTHING first, and then charge shipping, handling, hazmat, and a $3 fee if you have a small order. If I need powder, I try the local shops first to see what they are charging per pound. I realize that they have to charge more because of the shipping, hazmat, BATF magazine license, and their initial outlay. I don't shop at Gander Mountain because their markup is too excessive. If I need to order powder, I use Powder Valley Inc. Bullets I try to buy online if I see a good deal. Primers are catch as catch can; many stores are charging $4 per hundred or more. I try to buy them at the gunshow if I have the money at the time.

September 25, 2008, 03:55 PM	#6
crowbeaner Senior Member Join Date: June 4, 2007 Location: Upstate SC Posts: 1,943	The problem I have with Midway is that they mark up EVERYTHING first, and then charge shipping, handling, hazmat, and a $3 fee if you have a small order. If I need powder, I try the local shops first to see what they are charging per pound. I realize that they have to charge more because of the shipping, hazmat, BATF magazine license, and their initial outlay. I don't shop at Gander Mountain because their markup is too excessive. If I need to order powder, I use Powder Valley Inc. Bullets I try to buy online if I see a good deal. Primers are catch as catch can; many stores are charging $4 per hundred or more. I try to buy them at the gunshow if I have the money at the time.