So this ammo shortage seems to be a common topic here and in general. Ammo shortages seem to be common and always seems to go in cycles of feast or famine. I learned to shoot when I was 15 and my friend gave me 2 very important rules for ammunition that I wanted to pass on.
Rule 1. Set aside money every payday like it is a bill so you will always have money to buy ammo when you can get it.
Rule 2. Buy an extra box. Buy 1 box to shoot and 1 box to save. When there is a shortage you will have ammo to shoot.
My Rule 2 modification. This is for if you are a new shooter, getting a new caliber or just don't have much on hand. Buy 3 boxes, shoot 1, save the other until you get to a point where you could maintain your normal shooting schedule for about 6 months without buying any ammo at all.
I fully admit I have not followed these rules as well as I should have. With that said I am in a lot better place than I would have been otherwise. These 2 rules have really helped me over the years and I hope they can help some of you too.
Rule 1. Set aside money every payday like it is a bill so you will always have money to buy ammo when you can get it.
Rule 2. Buy an extra box. Buy 1 box to shoot and 1 box to save. When there is a shortage you will have ammo to shoot.
My Rule 2 modification. This is for if you are a new shooter, getting a new caliber or just don't have much on hand. Buy 3 boxes, shoot 1, save the other until you get to a point where you could maintain your normal shooting schedule for about 6 months without buying any ammo at all.
I fully admit I have not followed these rules as well as I should have. With that said I am in a lot better place than I would have been otherwise. These 2 rules have really helped me over the years and I hope they can help some of you too.
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