Most online retailers are sold out. When they get it they are on back order. You are probably better off checking out a local gun dealer or two. If they don’t have it, you can have them call you when it comes in. I was able to get a bit of 5.56 rounds, but those are pretty hard to get lately as well
they had some decent 9mm target ammo (115gr) last night for $0.24 a round (free shipping over $49). It sold out in less than 45 minutes. Good luck... 9mm ammo is as rare as chicken lips.
the problem is lead. There are very few sources for lead processing and smelting in the US and the perfect storm hit. High tariffs on Chinese lead, gun sales through the roof and panic buying.
the problem is lead. There are very few sources for lead processing and smelting in the US and the perfect storm hit. High tariffs on Chinese lead, gun sales through the roof and panic buying.
thanks, that explains it, I have a solid stash too, but I go to the range around once a month and can't leave without going through 500 rounds (of 9mm) on a fun day, less on the rifle, but still, I'm there a while when I go.
the problem is lead. There are very few sources for lead processing and smelting in the US and the perfect storm hit. High tariffs on Chinese lead, gun sales through the roof and panic buying.
thanks, that explains it, I have a solid stash too, but I go to the range around once a month and can't leave without going through 500 rounds (of 9mm) on a fun day, less on the rifle, but still, I'm there a while when I go.
About a year and a half ago I bought a bunch of 22's and that what I mostly shoot now. Way cheaper.
but SGAmmo.com has 9mm. They have Wolf 115gr steel case polymer (crap I would NEVER shoot) for $0.38. The brass case stuff starts at $0.44 (I'm sure there's a shipping cost). If you want it bad, there it is.
but SGAmmo.com has 9mm. They have Wolf 115gr steel case polymer (crap I would NEVER shoot) for $0.38. The brass case stuff starts at $0.44 (I'm sure there's a shipping cost). If you want it bad, there it is.
My 30y old 92s will cycle that cheap Russian shit but my newer p365 is very picky
is inherently bad for your gun (pistol or rifle). It doesn't flex to the degree brass ammunition does. This causes issues with feeding and additional wear. The Wolf Steel with the polymer resin coating is the kiss of death for any gun. That resin they coat the steel case with breaks down and melts in your gun the more you shoot it. If you're a guy like pjcas and shoot 500+ rounds in a single trip to the range, you WILL have problems with resin build-up.
this would be a great time to buy a .22 conversion kit for your gun.
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
this would be a great time to buy a .22 conversion kit for your gun.
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
Been looking at the cmmg kit for my AR. Have you ever tried it?
this would be a great time to buy a .22 conversion kit for your gun.
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
Been looking at the cmmg kit for my AR. Have you ever tried it?
Yes... I used it for several years in my M4. I had an issue with it after about 3000 rounds. The back plate weld came loose and I had to toss it. Otherwise, it is great. One quirk/issue with the CMMG... you can't fully open the bolt. You can only partially open it, so you're never able to fully lock your bolt in the open position. Not a big deal, but it was a surprise to me...
this would be a great time to buy a .22 conversion kit for your gun.
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
Been looking at the cmmg kit for my AR. Have you ever tried it?
Yes... I used it for several years in my M4. I had an issue with it after about 3000 rounds. The back plate weld came loose and I had to toss it. Otherwise, it is great. One quirk/issue with the CMMG... you can't fully open the bolt. You can only partially open it, so you're never able to fully lock your bolt in the open position. Not a big deal, but it was a surprise to me...
Check Gunbroker.com There are a couple of auctions for Ruger PCC carbines... here's one that closes in about 11 hours, or buy-now for $999. Gun Broker Auction - ( New Window )
Me dont go .40 that the caliber was about to die well here we are in 2020 and its all i see at the counter lol. But back on topic I too have a POF MP-5 and CZ Scorpion both in 9mm with none in sight. So me and a neighbor have both pitched in to setup reloading I thought it would be a big pain but it was not that bad to start up and we are cranking out rounds now.
Eric the Ruger PC Charger is not a bad Carbine but other then the quick detach barrel there are a ton of equal or better options out on the market in case you cant find one.
I've bought stuff there in the past. Last time I looked it was more expensive than .223 or 5.56.
This is crazy, like when .22LR was almost 20 cents per round.
Good Luck.
Yep. This is also the reason that once it becomes available again people will "load up on it". No pun intended. 9mm has become a very popular firearm for both men and women and gun sales are thru the roof everywhere.
since my kids were born, I decided to invest in a laser dry fire training system. I remember using them in the past, and they were just fancy bore sight tools modified to emit a laser point whenever you pulled the trigger to activate the firing pin. However, now, they've created mobile apps that register each "shot" so you can see how you are doing.
Has anyone used one of these before? While it will never take place of going to a range, it does provide a more quality dry fire training, and dry fire training is a very underrated and under-utilized method of training to improve shooting.
I recently order the latest model (Gen-3) from G-Sight. So far I'm liking the product and the better quality dry fire training, although having to reset my firing pin after each shot is a bit annoying.
Anyway, I managed to pick up a few boxes of Speer FMJ 9mm at ammo.com last week. I just kept checking various sites until I found one in stock. If you do hit the local stores, go as early in the day as possible - I went to my local sporting goods store at about 10 am and they had just sold the last of their 9mm stock minutes earlier.
....several months back when I was thinking about buying a Ruger 57, I was told by multiple people not to buy a pistol chambered in an oddball caliber like that because the supply would be unreliable. Ha. Hahaha.
Anyway, I managed to pick up a few boxes of Speer FMJ 9mm at ammo.com last week. I just kept checking various sites until I found one in stock. If you do hit the local stores, go as early in the day as possible - I went to my local sporting goods store at about 10 am and they had just sold the last of their 9mm stock minutes earlier.
Eh...I have an ACOG and Aimpoint T1 sights on my M4, so doing dry fire training on that isn't a big deal...but it's the pistol that I wanted to focus more on, hence the laser dry fire tool. Speaking of pistol, I'm possibly thinking about putting a Trajicon RMR on my Kimber at some point.
Trijicon RMR is a fine sight, but check-out the Leopold Delta Point Pro. I have the 2.5 MOA (red dot not the triangle) on my Sig M-17. It's the same setup as the Army standard issue, so it's durable and simple. That was the only reason I broke my long standing rule of never owning a pistol with a red dot...
As pistol sights go, the Leopold is fine. I'm still an Iron sights guy and until I go partially blind, I'm confident I'll stay that way...
are both .40 cal and I have been cycling through a ton at the range. Thankfully, the Marine Corps Exchange here in Norfolk always has plenty of .40 in stock. I do notice that their 9mm stock is often depleted. It's basic supply and demand.
Trijicon RMR is a fine sight, but check-out the Leopold Delta Point Pro. I have the 2.5 MOA (red dot not the triangle) on my Sig M-17. It's the same setup as the Army standard issue, so it's durable and simple. That was the only reason I broke my long standing rule of never owning a pistol with a red dot...
As pistol sights go, the Leopold is fine. I'm still an Iron sights guy and until I go partially blind, I'm confident I'll stay that way...
Not to miller, but...how well do sights work? I never considered one for any of my pistols, but I don't shoot from long distances with my handgun. Maybe 20 - 30 yards.
What would you say is a "proper" distance for handgun use and how much would a sight extend that?
For years I got so tired of people telling me to roll my own ammo. You can customize it, change the weight and dynamics, save some money blah blah blah. Weekend shooter here, wasn’t interested.
Wish I took their advice years ago and saved the shells. I’ve only got what I’ve stockpiled from ammoman.
Re: laser dry fire - there are some good ones. I found the model I had to be decent,, but returned to amazon. I used a Mantis X. Once I figure it out it was ok, but still wasn’t for me.
But it’s stupid expensive and I didn’t check if it’s a decent shell or some of that garbage that will funk up your weapon. Do check. I’ve purchased a lot of bull ammo from them over the years.
Trijicon RMR is a fine sight, but check-out the Leopold Delta Point Pro. I have the 2.5 MOA (red dot not the triangle) on my Sig M-17. It's the same setup as the Army standard issue, so it's durable and simple. That was the only reason I broke my long standing rule of never owning a pistol with a red dot...
As pistol sights go, the Leopold is fine. I'm still an Iron sights guy and until I go partially blind, I'm confident I'll stay that way...
Bama...thank you for the recommendation. I've also always been an iron sight guy for my pistols, but after shooting an RMR on a pistol, I absolutely fell in love. It's just that it's so expensive to get, and I have been pretty reluctant over the years to drop upwards of $500 for the entire setup, especially with my kids growing up so fast. But I think I may pull the trigger on it (pun totally intended) soon...I'm not getting any younger, so might as well get my toys too.
I've bought stuff there in the past. Last time I looked it was more expensive than .223 or 5.56.
This is crazy, like when .22LR was almost 20 cents per round.
Good Luck.
Cabelas said they get it in once a week, at around 9am and it's all gone by 9:05.
I asked why the shortage and one of the workers told me it's because it all comes from China.
But I thought Chinese ammo was made illegal years ago (or any foreign ammo in fact), so I think they're talking out of their ass.
I can't even get 6.5 creedmor let alone 9mm.
I don't even look online anymore because no one will ship ammo to Massachusetts.
Its killing me not going to the range. Used to go every Sunday.
Ammograb.com
The-armory.com
Cabelas in Hamburg also has some in stock according to the website.
Its killing me not going to the range. Used to go every Sunday.
Ammograb.com
The-armory.com
Cabelas in Hamburg also has some in stock according to the website.
thanks, that explains it, I have a solid stash too, but I go to the range around once a month and can't leave without going through 500 rounds (of 9mm) on a fun day, less on the rifle, but still, I'm there a while when I go.
Funny thing, the adds for me in this thread is all NRA LOL
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the problem is lead. There are very few sources for lead processing and smelting in the US and the perfect storm hit. High tariffs on Chinese lead, gun sales through the roof and panic buying.
thanks, that explains it, I have a solid stash too, but I go to the range around once a month and can't leave without going through 500 rounds (of 9mm) on a fun day, less on the rifle, but still, I'm there a while when I go.
About a year and a half ago I bought a bunch of 22's and that what I mostly shoot now. Way cheaper.
I've been trying to buy a 9mm carbine and everyone is sold out.
My 30y old 92s will cycle that cheap Russian shit but my newer p365 is very picky
I was thinking of getting a 9mm because the ammo has historically been easy to get. wtf?
shop I go do says he usually has 40 cal, and 45.
I've been trying to buy a 9mm carbine and everyone is sold out.
Might be better to have it shipped to your local dealer
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I was thinking of getting a 9mm because the ammo has historically been easy to get. wtf?
shop I go do says he usually has 40 cal, and 45.
I hoard ammo because I've been prepping of years. Now is the perfect example of why its always good to have a couple thousand rounds on hand.
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
Been looking at the cmmg kit for my AR. Have you ever tried it?
I've checked online and with local dealers who are also checking for me.
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this would be a great time to buy a .22 conversion kit for your gun.
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
Been looking at the cmmg kit for my AR. Have you ever tried it?
Yes... I used it for several years in my M4. I had an issue with it after about 3000 rounds. The back plate weld came loose and I had to toss it. Otherwise, it is great. One quirk/issue with the CMMG... you can't fully open the bolt. You can only partially open it, so you're never able to fully lock your bolt in the open position. Not a big deal, but it was a surprise to me...
I've checked online and with local dealers who are also checking for me.
Some dealers will only recommend other deals they get kick backs from.
I've had a dealer tell me they no longer makes a certain gun just to find it, still in production and 30m away.
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this would be a great time to buy a .22 conversion kit for your gun.
I have a couple of these for my Sig MK25 and Sig P320 and for my P220 (.45) . You get all the gun handling and training value at a significantly lower cost. When I'm working on technique and sighting, I shoot the .22 stuff all day long. With 9mm prices the way they are, the kits will pay for themselves in short order...
Been looking at the cmmg kit for my AR. Have you ever tried it?
Yes... I used it for several years in my M4. I had an issue with it after about 3000 rounds. The back plate weld came loose and I had to toss it. Otherwise, it is great. One quirk/issue with the CMMG... you can't fully open the bolt. You can only partially open it, so you're never able to fully lock your bolt in the open position. Not a big deal, but it was a surprise to me...
Thanks, think I'm going to order it
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Eric the Ruger PC Charger is not a bad Carbine but other then the quick detach barrel there are a ton of equal or better options out on the market in case you cant find one.
but the plus side is I can use the same ammo with my other 9mm hand guns.
I've bought stuff there in the past. Last time I looked it was more expensive than .223 or 5.56.
This is crazy, like when .22LR was almost 20 cents per round.
Good Luck.
Yep. This is also the reason that once it becomes available again people will "load up on it". No pun intended. 9mm has become a very popular firearm for both men and women and gun sales are thru the roof everywhere.
BamaBlue...thanks too!
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Thanks again. Man, they've jacked up those prices.
This is what I was gonna say... and you can pick it up for free.. if you live in Connecticut.
Has anyone used one of these before? While it will never take place of going to a range, it does provide a more quality dry fire training, and dry fire training is a very underrated and under-utilized method of training to improve shooting.
I recently order the latest model (Gen-3) from G-Sight. So far I'm liking the product and the better quality dry fire training, although having to reset my firing pin after each shot is a bit annoying.
Anyway, I managed to pick up a few boxes of Speer FMJ 9mm at ammo.com last week. I just kept checking various sites until I found one in stock. If you do hit the local stores, go as early in the day as possible - I went to my local sporting goods store at about 10 am and they had just sold the last of their 9mm stock minutes earlier.
Anyway, I managed to pick up a few boxes of Speer FMJ 9mm at ammo.com last week. I just kept checking various sites until I found one in stock. If you do hit the local stores, go as early in the day as possible - I went to my local sporting goods store at about 10 am and they had just sold the last of their 9mm stock minutes earlier.
Eh...I have an ACOG and Aimpoint T1 sights on my M4, so doing dry fire training on that isn't a big deal...but it's the pistol that I wanted to focus more on, hence the laser dry fire tool. Speaking of pistol, I'm possibly thinking about putting a Trajicon RMR on my Kimber at some point.
As pistol sights go, the Leopold is fine. I'm still an Iron sights guy and until I go partially blind, I'm confident I'll stay that way...
As pistol sights go, the Leopold is fine. I'm still an Iron sights guy and until I go partially blind, I'm confident I'll stay that way...
Not to miller, but...how well do sights work? I never considered one for any of my pistols, but I don't shoot from long distances with my handgun. Maybe 20 - 30 yards.
What would you say is a "proper" distance for handgun use and how much would a sight extend that?
Wish I took their advice years ago and saved the shells. I’ve only got what I’ve stockpiled from ammoman.
Re: laser dry fire - there are some good ones. I found the model I had to be decent,, but returned to amazon. I used a Mantis X. Once I figure it out it was ok, but still wasn’t for me.
As pistol sights go, the Leopold is fine. I'm still an Iron sights guy and until I go partially blind, I'm confident I'll stay that way...
Bama...thank you for the recommendation. I've also always been an iron sight guy for my pistols, but after shooting an RMR on a pistol, I absolutely fell in love. It's just that it's so expensive to get, and I have been pretty reluctant over the years to drop upwards of $500 for the entire setup, especially with my kids growing up so fast. But I think I may pull the trigger on it (pun totally intended) soon...I'm not getting any younger, so might as well get my toys too.