PPT, in store or online- AMMO

[maser44]

Need to do a restock of 9mm soon and haven’t purchased since the new tax/ PPT through FFL for ammo requirement.

Is it generally more cost effective to purchase PPT and pay those fees, buy online (and ship to FFL? Still pay extra taxes?) or buy direct from an ammo bros or similar?

 

[Z Arms LLC]

FFL03 + COE

Besides the obvious, shipping to an FFL in bulk is usually best bet. Last time I ever bought 1k 9mm 124 gr I paid $412.... I think stores like Ammo Bros charge $50 transfer fee per 5,000 rounds.

I don't personally trust buying ammo that's been handled by others selling through PPT

 

[maser44]

FFL03 + COE

Besides the obvious, shipping to an FFL in bulk is usually best bet. Last time I ever bought 1k 9mm 124 gr I paid $412.... I think stores like Ammo Bros charge $50 transfer fee per 5,000 rounds.

I don't personally trust buying ammo that's been handled by others selling through PPT

Damn last time I bought a thousand rounds it was $210. That’s crazy

 

[DRW_2A]

I personally wouldn't buy ammo from PPT unless you find ammo that is rare or just a really good deal thats hard to find. Every now and then ill see someone selling Belom 9mm ammo or S&B which is hard to find at a good price.

Buying ammo online is not worth it unless you buy in crazy bulk like 5k+ rounds. The taxes, shipping, fees and finding a vendor that will ship to cali makes it difficult.

Your best bet is to find deals with a gun store in your area. If your local to SoCal as mentioned Ammo Bros has some of the best prices for ammo you will always find some brand going for $15 or under for a 9mm 50 round box. Ammo DROS is now $5 which used to be $1 so if you buy from several places the DROS fees alone will add up if you shark around getting deals from different places.

 

[maser44]

I personally wouldn't buy ammo from PPT unless you find ammo that is rare or just a really good deal thats hard to find. Every now and then ill see someone selling like someone selling Belom 9mm ammo or S&B which is hard to find at a good price.

Buying ammo online is not worth it unless you buy in crazy bulk like 5k+ rounds. The taxes, shipping, fees and finding a vendor that will ship to cali makes it difficult.

Your best bet is to find deals with a gun store in your area. If your local to SoCal as mentioned Ammo Bros has some of the best prices for ammo you will always find some brand going for $15 or under for a 9mm 50 round box. Ammo DROS is now $5 which used to be $1 so if you buy from several places the DROS fees alone will add up if you shark around getting deals from different places.

Thanks for taking the time to answer.

Curious, if I could find someone selling a thousand rounds here for $300, why would I be better off at a store for $300? Are there also ppt fees associated? I feel like that tax + 11% hits harder than anything, no?

FYI- I used to just meet with people on CalGuns or buy thousands at a time online. Haven’t had to buy ammo in about 10 years so I’m way out of the loop and appreciate the updates rather than the “Google is your friend” response.

 

[mbuss101]

Where you are located would help also cause people can point you towards shops that don’t gouge

 

[DRW_2A]

Thanks for taking the time to answer.

Curious, if I could find someone selling a thousand rounds here for $300, why would I be better off at a store for $300? Are there also ppt fees associated? I feel like that tax + 11% hits harder than anything, no?

FYI- I used to just meet with people on CalGuns or buy thousands at a time online. Haven’t had to buy ammo in about 10 years so I’m way out of the loop and appreciate the updates rather than the “Google is your friend” response.

It will cost you around $15

Most dealers charge $10 for PPT ammo transfer + $5 Background check fee from the state

it used to be better back in the day for face to face ammo deals and being able to have ammo shipped right to your doorstep. Miss those days

 

[maser44]

Where you are located would help also cause people can point you towards shops that don’t gouge

Orange County

 

[foothillman]

Is a Sportsman's Warehouse close to you?
Take the price $12.00 (box) x 1.2 (tax) = $14.44 = 28.8 CPR give or take, $288/1,000rds
So price at $13.00 x 1.2 = $15.60 = 31.2 CPR = $312/1,000rds
Also the $5.00 background fee, have you purchased a firearm lately?
If not you could be in for a surprise.

Ammunition Purchase Authorization Program

Effective July 1, 2019, persons seeking to purchase or transfer ammunition will have to undergo an eligibility check, and be approved by the Department, prior to the sale or transfer, except as otherwise specified. Departmental approval shall occur electronically through a licensed ammunition...

oag.ca.gov

Always buy online and pick up.
Actual store stock is not reliable and you might waste a drive to store.
I have never used this ammo but feedback looks good.

Handgun Ammunition, Multiple Ammo Calibers | Sportsman's Warehouse

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[NationMostWanted]

Im in same boat, getting low on 9mm, havent bought since walmart sold perfecta range ammo for 11.99 a box

 

[Mugshot]

Order from Targetsportsusa.com
Fast shipping. Good pricing. Over a certain $ amount you get free shipping. I don't work for them but as an FFL I get a lot of shipments in from them. I have never heard any customer complain about their service.
As a home-based FFL in Yorba Linda, we charge $20 per order, doesn't matter how big or small the order is. Plus DROS + 11% excise tax
By appt only. No Sunday appointments.
Stoney Creek Arms
714.482.7508

 

[Seeed]

Get your FFL03/COE. Best thing I ever did.

 

[maser44]

Is a Sportsman's Warehouse close to you?
Take the price $12.00 (box) x 1.2 (tax) = $14.44 = 28.8 CPR give or take, $288/1,000rds
So price at $13.00 x 1.2 = $15.60 = 31.2 CPR = $312/1,000rds
Also the $5.00 background fee, have you purchased a firearm lately?
If not you could be in for a surprise.

Ammunition Purchase Authorization Program

Effective July 1, 2019, persons seeking to purchase or transfer ammunition will have to undergo an eligibility check, and be approved by the Department, prior to the sale or transfer, except as otherwise specified. Departmental approval shall occur electronically through a licensed ammunition...

oag.ca.gov

Always buy online and pick up.
Actual store stock is not reliable and you might waste a drive to store.
I have never used this ammo but feedback looks good.

Handgun Ammunition, Multiple Ammo Calibers | Sportsman's Warehouse

Buy handgun ammunition at a Sportsman's Warehouse store near you or online. We carry major brands, calibers and types: FMJ, JHP, RNFP, ARX, BJHP. Shop now.

www.sportsmans.com

Quality 9mm Training 115gr FMJ 50/Box | Scorpion Ammo

Scorpion Ammo 9mm Training 115 Grain Full Metal Jacket Training Ammunition Reliable 9mm Training Rounds for Every Shooter Master your fundamentals with Scorpion Ammo 9mm 115 grain FMJ ammunition.

scorpionammo.com

Helpful, thanks. And yes I just grabbed a p365 last month