Introduction
There are a lot of factors to consider when trying to figure out how much ammunition to stockpile. The most important consideration is what you intend to use the ammunition for. Are you stockpiling for self-defense? Target practice? Hunting? All of the above? Once you know how you plan to use the ammunition, you can begin to figure out how much you need.
For self-defense, it is generally recommended that you have at least 500 rounds per caliber. So, if you own a 9mm handgun, you should have at least 500 9mm rounds on hand. This may seem like a lot, but remember – it’s better to have too much than not enough. If you only ever need to use 50 rounds for self-defense, that’s fine. But if you find yourself in a situation where you need more than 500 rounds, you’ll be glad you have them.
For target practice, the amount of ammunition you need will depend on how often you shoot and how good you are at hitting your targets. A general rule of thumb is that you should have at least 100 rounds per session. So, if you go to the shooting range once a week and shoot for an hour each time, you should have at least 400 rounds on hand (100 x 4). This will allow you to practice without having to stop and reload all the time.
Of course, these are just general guidelines. The amount of ammunition YOU need will depend on YOUR individual circumstances. But following these guidelines will help ensure that you have enough ammo on hand for whatever situation may arise.
The amount of ammunition you need to stockpile depends on several factors
The amount of ammunition you need to stockpile depends on several factors, including the following:
How often you shoot
The first question you need to answer is how often you shoot. If you are shooting competitively or for hunting, you will need to restock your ammunition more frequently. But, if you are only an occasional shooter, you will not need to buy as much ammo at one time.
How much you shoot
The second factor is simply how much you shoot. The more you shoot, the more ammunition you will need to have on hand. Of course, this is directly related to the first factor – if you are shooting competitively or hunting, you will likely be shooting more than if you are only an occasional shooter.
The type of firearm
Another factor that comes into play is the type of firearm that you are using. If you have multiple firearms, you may find that you need different types or sizes of ammunition for each one. For example, a rifle will require a different type of ammo than a handgun. And, a shotgun usually requires a different gauge than either a rifle or handgun.
What type of gun you own
The amount of ammunition you need to stockpile depends on several factors, such as what type of gun you own.
If you own a handgun for self-defense, you should have at least 100 rounds of ammunition. This will ensure that you have enough to practice with, and in a self-defense situation, 100 rounds should be more than enough to stop an attacker.
If you own a rifle for hunting or self-defense, you will need more ammunition. A good rule of thumb is to have at least 500 rounds on hand. This will give you enough to hunt with, and in a self-defense situation, 500 rounds should be enough to stop multiple attackers.
What type of ammunition you use
The type of ammunition you choose will be determined by the type of firearm you are stockpiling for. The most common caliber weapons in the U.S. are:
-22LR
-9mm
-40 S&W
-45 ACP
-223/5.56mm
-308/7.62mm
There are many other calibers that are used less frequently, but these are the most popular ones. You will also need to decide if you want to stockpile hollow point or full metal jacket ammo. Hollow point ammo is designed to expand upon impact, causing more tissue damage. This is the type of ammo you would want for self-defense. Full metal jacket ammo is designed to penetrate deep into an assailant, and is the type of ammo used by the military.
Conclusion
If you are interested in stockpiling ammunition, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, you need to decide what caliber of ammunition you want to stockpile. Second, you need to decide how much ammunition you realistically need. And third, you need to find a place to store your ammo so that it will be safe and protected from the elements.
Once you have decided on these factors, you can begin to stockpile ammo. It is generally recommended that people stockpile at least 250 rounds of ammunition per caliber. This will ensure that you have enough ammunition for both practice and self-defense purposes.