I'm not surprised that in my area ammo shelves in stores in my area and also from national online retailers are virtually barren. I guess a bit surprised that rimfire rounds are gone, but then it must be the low cost factor. I've talked to two different retailers about this to get their opinions on the subject. Both said the same shortage happened after Obama's first election and after the panic buying settled down, supply rebounded with no issue. One believes the same will happen again. The other....not so sure; he said he wouldn't be surprised if there are still supply issues six months from now. Articles I read and stores I'm in all say business is booming for gun sales. I wonder if stores will feel the same way if the ammo shortage continues. No ammo....no bang bang.

Thoughts?

Since you can't hand load rimfire, are there any calibers that can be hand loaded in a center fire for a total cost per round of, say... a dime? This factoring new brass.

I think I already know the answer to my question. I would guess not even close.

ChrisL