“I have lots of .223, but need more 7.62x54R, ...”
What’s enough? What is lots?
If I have 200 rounds for each handgun and each shotgun; am I in ok shape?
I bought most of it for y2k, do I have to worry that any of it has gone bad?
What is the best test to see if moisture has affected any rounds or shells outside of firing it off?
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“lots of .223” = +/-6,500 live rounds plus 3,000 reloadable cases & 5,000 bullets
But I am a Texan and confermed gun nut... I’m planning on picking up 500 rounds of 12ga 00Buck and 1,000 of 7.62x54R that is brass cased so I can reload it. 2,000 bullets for the 7.62x54R (.310”) came in this week.
I normally consider 500 rounds for pistols and shotguns a minimum someone should have for their “go to” firearms. You do need to practice with a pistol especially so account for 50 rounds once or twice a month...
Moisture? Check for discoloring and dampness in the packaging. Best is fire a random sampling at the range. You can also pull (or have pulled) a bullet & powder charge to make sure the powder is lose, free flakes or pellets.
You should really consider adding a rifle to the mix...
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