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Posted by rgtrahn (Member # 7133) on :
 
This is not intended to be a political thread about Obama.

[Confused] Where are you buying ammo? I cannot find anything I am looking for anywhere. I bought a Sig P238 couple weeks ago and have been looking for .380 ammo since. I found some self defense rounds, but no ball ammo for target practice. I have looked at local shops, internet, coworkers and friends; NO ONE HAS ANY [Mad]

Someone give me some advice please!!!

[ June 30, 2009, 07:39 PM: Message edited by: rgtrahn ]
 
Posted by CALIFORNIAGT (Member # 7845) on :
 
man i herd about there was not going to be any ammo so i went to andreadas gun shop in castro valley and bought 10 boxes of 45 ammo so ill have spent 300 on my master card but fuck i got ammo! [patriot]
 
Posted by 95GTConvtACE (Member # 6399) on :
 
Wow. I didn't buy any .223 ammo yet. Where can I get that?
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
I follow the calguns.net wal-mart ammo updates thread.

slickdeals.net (search ammo)

ammunitiontogo.com

of all the ammo shortages 380 is the hardest to find. I'm down to my last 100 rounds. I just bought two Ruger LCP's and been looking for 380 ammo for awhile now.
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
Survial tactical defense (something like that) in loomis had a 100rd pack of 380 WWB for $55 [Eek!]

That was Friday I'm sure they still have it for that ass raping price. gunbroker has some too similar prices.
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
Wow. I didn't buy any .223 ammo yet. Where can I get that?
Allen,

locally the cheapest will be Wal-mart IF it's in stock. River City Gun Exchange has lots of .223 I bought a few hundred rounds this weekend.

When did you get a rifle? let's go shooting! Joe and I went out on Sunday with our AR15's.
 
Posted by slowback67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
I'm gonna just drive to Nevada, stop by my cousins house and buy ammo out there.. I'm sick and tired of this fucking state making it harder on law abiding gun owners...

people are panicing with this ammo crap.. I don't have the money to stock up on ammo. I'm going to learn how to relode so I'll be alright. [Wink]
 
Posted by rgtrahn (Member # 7133) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
Survial tactical defense (something like that) in loomis had a 100rd pack of 380 WWB for $55 [Eek!]

That was Friday I'm sure they still have it for that ass raping price. gunbroker has some too similar prices.
[Frown] No dice, they are sold out.

How does that LCP fire? I was looking at the LCP and the keltec before I bought my P238. All of these pocket pistols serve a practical purpose, but the ruger and keltec felt to much like a toy to me.

Have you seen the mini desert eagle? That thing is smaller than the keltec!!! [Eek!]
 
Posted by rgtrahn (Member # 7133) on :
 
I am thinking of going here,

http://www.bigrenoshow.com/

They have to have ammo!!!

I hope...
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
Both are a bit harsh on recoil but manageable, sights are literally useless. The Kel-Tec is cheaper than the LCP and the appearance kinda reflects that. But it comes with a lifetime warranty.

everyone is jumping on the 380 pocket gun sales trend. I may buy a Kahr's 380 once my buddy get's his in. I want to shoot it first.
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by rgtrahn:
I am thinking of going here,

http://www.bigrenoshow.com/

They have to have ammo!!!

I hope...
yea lines will be around the building a few hours before opening. Standing room only inside. My buddy went up to the last one with our cash and ammo orders. After 10 mins of the frenzy he left. people leave with dollys full of bulk ammo.
 
Posted by 86redGT (Member # 6961) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by rgtrahn:
This is not intended to be a political thread about Obama.

[Confused] Where are you buying ammo? I cannot find anything I am looking for anywhere. I bought a Sig P238 couple weeks ago and have been looking for .380 ammo since. I found some self defense rounds, but no ball ammo for target practice. I have looked at local shops, internet, coworkers and friends; NO ONE HAS ANY [Mad]

Someone give me some advice please!!!
Economy goes to shit, gun sales skyrocket, its actually a trend believe it or not. Also it doesn't help that Obama wants harsher gun laws. You think they would have found out by not its not the people that buy guns legally that kill people with them.
 
Posted by rgtrahn (Member # 7133) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
Both are a bit harsh on recoil but manageable, sights are literally useless. The Kel-Tec is cheaper than the LCP and the appearance kinda reflects that. But it comes with a lifetime warranty.

everyone is jumping on the 380 pocket gun sales trend. I may buy a Kahr's 380 once my buddy get's his in. I want to shoot it first.
I noticed the sights would be an issue as well, that is why I picked up the P238 it is a clone of the Colt Mustang 1911. The gun is bigger than the LCP, but still fits perect in a front pocket without printing.
 
Posted by onesicklx (Member # 285) on :
 
reload [Big Grin] [Big Grin] [Big Grin]

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some of my powder
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most of my brass(need more brass)

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Posted by 95GTConvtACE (Member # 6399) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
Wow. I didn't buy any .223 ammo yet. Where can I get that?
Allen,

locally the cheapest will be Wal-mart IF it's in stock. River City Gun Exchange has lots of .223 I bought a few hundred rounds this weekend.

When did you get a rifle? let's go shooting! Joe and I went out on Sunday with our AR15's.
I ordered mine a week ago. Unfortunately, I have to wait about 4 - 6 months for my Stag Model 1. [Mad] I will let you know when I get it. I might still get a hand gun in the meantime. I did buy a M4 Airsoft rifle that shoots 450 fps to keep me busy though. Looks like my real AR15.
 
Posted by 95GTConvtACE (Member # 6399) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by onesicklx:
reload [Big Grin] [Big Grin] [Big Grin]

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some of my powder
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Maybe you can make me a few thousand rounds of .223 556. About 50-55 gr. [Big Grin]
most of my brass(need more brass)

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Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
Wow. I didn't buy any .223 ammo yet. Where can I get that?
Allen,

locally the cheapest will be Wal-mart IF it's in stock. River City Gun Exchange has lots of .223 I bought a few hundred rounds this weekend.

When did you get a rifle? let's go shooting! Joe and I went out on Sunday with our AR15's.
I ordered mine a week ago. Unfortunately, I have to wait about 4 - 6 months for my Stag Model 1. [Mad] I will let you know when I get it. I might still get a hand gun in the meantime. I did buy a M4 Airsoft rifle that shoots 450 fps to keep me busy though. Looks like my real AR15.
How much was your stag upper? I got a huge hook up on DPMS products when my guys get the next order in I will let you know. He has at least 30 uppers coming in.
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by onesicklx:
reload [Big Grin] [Big Grin] [Big Grin]

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some of my powder
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most of my brass(need more brass)

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In the end reloading is cheaper I just buy in bulk from miwall. But just like ammo reload supplies are short in supply. I had to wait 6 months to get ammo for my 50 Beowulf.
 
Posted by BlackDrop50 (Member # 1715) on :
 
Ain't no ammo anywhere except .223 is starting to pop up a lot more and cheaper now
 
Posted by 95GTConvtACE (Member # 6399) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
Wow. I didn't buy any .223 ammo yet. Where can I get that?
Allen,

locally the cheapest will be Wal-mart IF it's in stock. River City Gun Exchange has lots of .223 I bought a few hundred rounds this weekend.

When did you get a rifle? let's go shooting! Joe and I went out on Sunday with our AR15's.
I ordered mine a week ago. Unfortunately, I have to wait about 4 - 6 months for my Stag Model 1. [Mad] I will let you know when I get it. I might still get a hand gun in the meantime. I did buy a M4 Airsoft rifle that shoots 450 fps to keep me busy though. Looks like my real AR15.
How much was your stag upper? I got a huge hook up on DPMS products when my guys get the next order in I will let you know. He has at least 30 uppers coming in.
I bought the whole gun for about 9 and some change before the fees. After all the fees it was just about 1000.
 
Posted by 95GTConvtACE (Member # 6399) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by onesicklx:
reload [Big Grin] [Big Grin] [Big Grin]

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some of my powder
-

most of my brass(need more brass)

-
In the end reloading is cheaper I just buy in bulk from miwall. But just like ammo reload supplies are short in supply. I had to wait 6 months to get ammo for my 50 Beowulf.
You have a Beowulf. You lucky SOB. I want to shoot that beast of a gun.
 
Posted by fastertoys1 (Member # 5270) on :
 
j&g gunsales .com is were i buy all my stuff.
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by 95GTConvtACE:
Wow. I didn't buy any .223 ammo yet. Where can I get that?
Allen,

locally the cheapest will be Wal-mart IF it's in stock. River City Gun Exchange has lots of .223 I bought a few hundred rounds this weekend.

When did you get a rifle? let's go shooting! Joe and I went out on Sunday with our AR15's.
I ordered mine a week ago. Unfortunately, I have to wait about 4 - 6 months for my Stag Model 1. [Mad] I will let you know when I get it. I might still get a hand gun in the meantime. I did buy a M4 Airsoft rifle that shoots 450 fps to keep me busy though. Looks like my real AR15.
How much was your stag upper? I got a huge hook up on DPMS products when my guys get the next order in I will let you know. He has at least 30 uppers coming in.
I bought the whole gun for about 9 and some change before the fees. After all the fees it was just about 1000.
Sundays are shooting days for me. Let me know when your free and I'll let you shoot it [Big Grin]
 
Posted by QuickSparks (Member # 8826) on :
 
Reloading will not save you money!!!!!

TRUE!!!!

Joking of course. It saves you about 50%, but you end up shooting twice as much.
 
Posted by SPTVENM (Member # 7080) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slowback67:
I'm gonna just drive to Nevada, stop by my cousins house and buy ammo out there.. I'm sick and tired of this fucking state making it harder on law abiding gun owners...

people are panicing with this ammo crap.. I don't have the money to stock up on ammo. I'm going to learn how to relode so I'll be alright. [Wink]
yup! Nevada is like weapon central [worship]
i went to a store in las vegas and i was like [Eek!]
 
Posted by SPTVENM (Member # 7080) on :
 
Hey slidewayz, by chance do u know what is needed and how hard it is to buy a gun and get license to be able to carry it on you? maybe not on you, but in the car or something?
 
Posted by QuickSparks (Member # 8826) on :
 
quote:
Hey slidewayz, by chance do u know what is needed and how hard it is to buy a gun and get license to be able to carry it on you? maybe not on you, but in the car or something?
I'm not slidewayz, but I'm reasonably knowledgeable on this topic.

As far as CA law is concerned, carrying a gun in your car is the same as carrying it concealed on your person (IF you are talking about a LOADED gun). Taking a gun in the car with you to the range is no problem provided that it is UNLOADED (even detachable magazines that aren't in the gun must be unloaded), and in a "locked container" (for handguns). A "locked container" can be a plastic carrying case with a lock on it, a portable safe, or the trunk of your car.

Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) permits are issued by the county in which you reside. State law dictates the number of hoops you have to jump through (i.e. fees, waiting periods, required training and qualification), but it is up to the county sheriff to issue the permit. The law is written in such a vague and ambiguous way that it is left up to his judgement as to whether you need to carry a loaded weapon or not.

If you live in Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, San Francisco counties (to name a few), you have NO CHANCE of getting a CCW unless you are a judge or politician. Very fucked up, but hey, these are all "Blue" counties.

If you live in a sparsely populated, rural, "red" county, you can get a CCW. And yes, once you are issued a CCW in your home county, all other CA counties reciprocate your right to carry. Check www.packing.org for more info, as well as a list of states that reciprocate CA carry permits.

CA law has a loophole that allows you to carry concealed somewhat: It is only a MISDEMEANOR to carry a concealed handgun provided that:
1.) you legally own the firearm
2.) it is your first offense (don't get made!)
3.) you are not a member of a gang (there is a legal definition)
 
Posted by QuickSparks (Member # 8826) on :
 
Oops, it's been a while since I checked that site. Apparently packing.org is now defunct. Here's a different one: http://www.handgunlaw.us/
 
Posted by WildFire532FB (Member # 1482) on :
 
I want to get my CCW, i might go apply for it sometime soon.
I have only seen ammo shortages in new ammo, not in reloads.

[ July 02, 2009, 02:37 PM: Message edited by: WildFire532FB ]
 
Posted by slowback67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
If you guys had a ccw what would you carry?
I'd probably carry either a compact 1911 or snub .44spl...(charter arms bull dog) [Cool]
 
Posted by Greasy (Member # 5258) on :
 
When I get my CCW I am going to carry a Kimber 1911. I got some ammo today it is VERY hard to get. I ordered 600rds of .45ACP for my bros birthday from Cabelas on April 5th and it still hasn't shown up [Mad]
 
Posted by 90FoX (Member # 1974) on :
 
Since on the top of guns, I ran across this picture on another forum. Haha! [Razz]

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Posted by slowback67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Greasy:
When I get my CCW I am going to carry a Kimber 1911. I got some ammo today it is VERY hard to get. I ordered 600rds of .45ACP for my bros birthday from Cabelas on April 5th and it still hasn't shown up [Mad]
If you have a day to do it just drive up there and pick it up... I wanna get a few guys and split gas money to go to Nevada to buy gun stuff.
The anti gun liberals would love that... Carpool to buy gun parts and ammo out of state. [Smile]
 
Posted by autumnstang97 (Member # 6111) on :
 
I bought my .223 and .40 cal online, cost me both my legs...big 5 and local gun stores dont have shit....
 
Posted by autumnstang97 (Member # 6111) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slowback67:
quote:
Originally posted by Greasy:
When I get my CCW I am going to carry a Kimber 1911. I got some ammo today it is VERY hard to get. I ordered 600rds of .45ACP for my bros birthday from Cabelas on April 5th and it still hasn't shown up [Mad]
If you have a day to do it just drive up there and pick it up... I wanna get a few guys and split gas money to go to Nevada to buy gun stuff.
The anti gun liberals would love that... Carpool to buy gun parts and ammo out of state. [Smile]
my buddy and i did that after we went snow boarding and we also hit summit racing store before we hit Cabelas on the way back. I am down to do it again shoot i need a couple things for my guns...
 
Posted by Greasy (Member # 5258) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slowback67:
quote:
Originally posted by Greasy:
When I get my CCW I am going to carry a Kimber 1911. I got some ammo today it is VERY hard to get. I ordered 600rds of .45ACP for my bros birthday from Cabelas on April 5th and it still hasn't shown up [Mad]
If you have a day to do it just drive up there and pick it up... I wanna get a few guys and split gas money to go to Nevada to buy gun stuff.
The anti gun liberals would love that... Carpool to buy gun parts and ammo out of state. [Smile]
I was planning on going late October if you are interested....
 
Posted by WildFire532FB (Member # 1482) on :
 
I just want the ccw so if I want to carry I can.
 
Posted by slowback67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Greasy:
quote:
Originally posted by slowback67:
quote:
Originally posted by Greasy:
When I get my CCW I am going to carry a Kimber 1911. I got some ammo today it is VERY hard to get. I ordered 600rds of .45ACP for my bros birthday from Cabelas on April 5th and it still hasn't shown up [Mad]
If you have a day to do it just drive up there and pick it up... I wanna get a few guys and split gas money to go to Nevada to buy gun stuff.
The anti gun liberals would love that... Carpool to buy gun parts and ammo out of state. [Smile]
I was planning on going late October if you are interested....
Sounds good I wanna pick up some stuff and October would give me time to set some cash aside.
 
Posted by SF Coupe (Member # 1810) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by onesicklx:
reload [Big Grin] [Big Grin] [Big Grin]

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some of my powder
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most of my brass(need more brass)

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Nice setup. You're right, reloading supplies are hard to come by right now. My brother is having a tough time getting enough supplies for a couple of boxes he developed for my .270. That gun shot 1.25" 5 shot groups at 100yds with factory ammo, it shoots .75" 5 shot groups with the hand loaded ammo. I just bought a setup for my .270 and my .300 Weatherby, .300 boxes are about $60 at the store, reloading cuts the price down to near $30 for a box.
 
Posted by SPTVENM (Member # 7080) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slowback67:
If you guys had a ccw what would you carry?
I'd probably carry either a compact 1911 or snub .44spl...(charter arms bull dog) [Cool]
so many good guns out there, but i'd either choose a para ordinance p14 .45.....H&K usp 9mm.....or some kinda Sig Sauer [Wink]
 




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