Primers

[BugI02]

None of the notification systems I have used are viable in the current market, too much delay. I have seen things I have been looking for go live on the site only to not receive any email or receive one long after they are sold out again.

That was my experience, too. I had success just bookmarking what I wanted on several sites and then anytime I was at the computer and thought of it I would just check and if it showed in stock I ordered immediately. The notifications would always come long after they were sold out. The action around pills is not quite as frenzied but for certain types (mostly rifle) I had to do the same thing as the notices were too slow

 

[2in1evtime]

Price is going up.

Yes prices are going up, also have seen powder prices increase weekly also is it just the devaluation of the dollar, inflation caused or greed or something to do with our shady present govt administration or all above????????

 

[GSPBirdDog]

Yes prices are going up, also have seen powder prices increase weekly also is it just the devaluation of the dollar, inflation caused or greed or something to do with our shady present govt administration or all above????????

I have noticed powder prices up $15-$20 per pound and when you can find primers, places like Midway, Brownells, ect have marked standard primer prices up to $74.99 when they used to be half that cost. I just cannot see the cost of production increasing that much. They are capitalizing and taking advantage of the consumers. Unfortunately, I would gladly pay $75 per 1,000 right now for small rifle/pistol primers....SAD

 

[dieselrealtor]

I have noticed powder prices up $15-$20 per pound and when you can find primers, places like Midway, Brownells, ect have marked standard primer prices up to $74.99 when they used to be half that cost. I just cannot see the cost of production increasing that much. They are capitalizing and taking advantage of the consumers. Unfortunately, I would gladly pay $75 per 1,000 right now for small rifle/pistol primers....SAD

Retailers are no doubt in a tough spot & making some hard choices.

In the past when they were selling primers for .04 each, then selling out in minutes to see them show up on gunbroker & other sites for .10 each. Some of the original sales no doubt went to consumers who are going to load them while (my best guess) the majority went to those who are flipping them. (Not wanting this to get into a discussion about capitalism, just an observation).

They are in the business to make a profit, if they raise the price they are more profitable & more product ends up in the hands that are going to load them instead of flippers acting as middlemen.

Separate note, what does everyone think is going to happen to prices of ammo & reloading components when China goes into Taiwan & Russia into Ukraine? I believe they will shoot up even more with current prices becoming the new "prepanic" baseline.

 

[gregkl]

Retailers are no doubt in a tough spot & making some hard choices.

In the past when they were selling primers for .04 each, then selling out in minutes to see them show up on gunbroker & other sites for .10 each. Some of the original sales no doubt went to consumers who are going to load them while (my best guess) the majority went to those who are flipping them. (Not wanting this to get into a discussion about capitalism, just an observation).

They are in the business to make a profit, if they raise the price they are more profitable & more product ends up in the hands that are going to load them instead of flippers acting as middlemen.

Separate note, what does everyone think is going to happen to prices of ammo & reloading components when China goes into Taiwan & Russia into Ukraine? I believe they will shoot up even more with current prices becoming the new "prepanic" baseline.

Good points. All I know for me, is there may come a time when I have to walk away from shooting as a hobby.

Unless I can achieve my goal of getting heavily stocked up pre-retirement so I have enough components to last me throughout my retirement/able to shoot years, I will have to retire from shooting even before I retire from my career.

I need to look to hobbies that don't consume lots of dollars on a weekly basis. Sure I can afford a range membership, event fees if I decide to compete, gas to get there and all that, but adding another $100 in ammo costs would make a Saturday or Sunday to rich for my status.

 

[nucular]

Good points. All I know for me, is there may come a time when I have to walk away from shooting as a hobby.

Unless I can achieve my goal of getting heavily stocked up pre-retirement so I have enough components to last me throughout my retirement/able to shoot years, I will have to retire from shooting even before I retire from my career.

I need to look to hobbies that don't consume lots of dollars on a weekly basis. Sure I can afford a range membership, event fees if I decide to compete, gas to get there and all that, but adding another $100 in ammo costs would make a Saturday or Sunday to rich for my status.

Could be worse. You could own a boat.

 

[Chewie]

Could be worse. You could own a boat.

Been there, done that, and escaped!

 

[gregkl]

Could be worse. You could own a boat.

Funny thing about that; both of my retired brothers own multiple boats each.

 

[BugI02]

Been there, done that, and escaped!

Two happiest days of a boat-owner's life - the day you buy it and the day you sell it

 

[Michigan Slim]

Two happiest days of a boat-owner's life - the day you buy it and the day you sell it

I've heard that my whole like but I must be the lucky one. My boat is the best money I've ever spent. I sold my 69 Camaro in 1992 and bought my boat. Still looks and runs like new.

 

[gregkl]

I've heard that my whole like but I must be the lucky one. My boat is the best money I've ever spent. I sold my 69 Camaro in 1992 and bought my boat. Still looks and runs like new.

Yeah, my brother's have had boats for as long as I can remember. They certainly don't share that sentiment.

 

[Michigan Slim]

Yeah, my brother's have had boats for as long as I can remember. They certainly don't share that sentiment.

I sure do miss that car though.....

 

[jhopson]

Small rifle primers at Midway.

CCI Small Rifle Primers #400 Box of 1000 (10 Trays of 100)

CCI Primers are continuously tested and improved. As a result today's CCI primers are more sensitive, easier to seat and more compatible with...

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[bobjones223]

I've heard that my whole like but I must be the lucky one. My boat is the best money I've ever spent. I sold my 69 Camaro in 1992 and bought my boat. Still looks and runs like new.

You sold a 69 Camaro!.......I need to show you something out back behind the wood shed!

 

[tackdriver]

I can only imagine the outcry if golf balls become unattainable at any price.

 

[STFU]

I am really getting tired of these messages...and no end in sight.

 

[jhopson]

Pistol Primers on 22 Products | Brownells

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[dieselrealtor]

2000 come out to just under $240 shipped with TAG discount code

CCI MILITARY RIFLE PRIMERS | Brownells

Military-style semi-auto rifles seldom have firing pin retraction springs. If care is not used in assembling ammunition, a “slam-fire” can occur before ...

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[BiscuitsandGravy]

How about $599 for a sleeve. I'm sure am glad I didn't renew my Targetsportsusa membership. Sheesh...

https://www.targetsportsusa.com/fed...le-primers-205-case-of-5000-205-p-112103.aspx

 

[turnerdye1]

How about $599 for a sleeve. I'm sure am glad I didn't renew my Targetsportsusa membership. Sheesh...

https://www.targetsportsusa.com/fed...le-primers-205-case-of-5000-205-p-112103.aspx

Free shipping supposedly.... 120 bucks a brick is still a little high though