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bjt2n3904 | karma 2748 | avg karma 3.64 · 2022-01-31 17:05:26

As a shooting enthusiast, there are remarkably similar websites for finding ammo. Funny that we're facing similar problems...

gmiller123456 | karma 2800 | avg karma 3.32 · 2022-01-31 19:35:27

The difference is, there's been an ammo shortage for like 10 years now.

drsnow | karma 71 | avg karma 0.85 · 2022-01-31 20:33:22

I don't get it. How is that possible? Is it just not profitable to sell ammo? Why aren't they scrambling to meet demand like a normal industry?

ldiracdelta | karma 853 | avg karma 2.09 · 2022-02-01 06:18:54

Regulations. Dealing with explosives. Capital costs with uncertainty of payback.

gmiller123456 | karma 2800 | avg karma 3.32 · 2022-02-01 07:40:02

If you ever find out, let the rest of us know. It's been an open question for a long time. Manufacturers have been making more and more each year, but still no where enough to meet demand.