AmmoSquared Myths & Facts:

A Practical Look at Ammo Preparedness

If you’ve spent any time looking into buying ammo online, you’ve probably seen strong opinions and plenty of confusion. A lot of it comes from misunderstandings about how modern ammo logistics actually work.

With over more than a decade in this industry, we’ve repeatedly heard the same concerns, some based on misunderstandings, others on bad information. Let’s clear up a few of the most common ones.

Myth #1: “You’re just giving AmmoSquared money and hoping ammo shows up later.”

Fact: We built this because we’re gun owners too, and the system only works if people trust it.

AmmoSquared doesn’t sell promises. Every purchase is backed by physical inventory and allocated to you when you buy. You own the ammo, it’s real, on hand, and stored in one of our secure, climate-controlled facilities.

During major shortages, including 2020, we continued shipping. Your ammo is yours, and you can take delivery at any time. We’ve been here for over 10 years. Trust hasn’t been claimed; it’s been earned by doing what we say, consistently. Our reviews speak for themselves. 

Myth #2: “Ammo should be stored at home; there’s no reason to keep it elsewhere.”

Fact: You should definitely keep ammo at home.

Storage with AmmoSquared is optional and free. Many of our members keep ammo at home and also maintain a secure backup with us for flexibility, space, or long-term planning. Many replace what they use during training or classes.

For those who live in wildfire, hurricane, or flood zones, this means their ammo stays secure if they ever have to leave home on short notice. If you relocate, your ammo stays with us and can be shipped to you later, without having to load and move thousands of rounds yourself.

You can ship your ammo anytime, either manually through your account or by using our shipping triggers. Think of us as a backup system, not a replacement. It’s also a way to build your supply without dropping thousands at once, buy at your own pace, and ship or store on your terms.

Myth #3: “This is just another ammo e-commerce store?”

Fact: It’s a logistics system.

AmmoSquared helps you:

• Buy ammo gradually on your terms, even less than a full box at a time
• Store it securely, if you choose
• Exchange calibers when your needs change
• Ship when you decide

We also provide up-to-date pricing every day, so you can see exactly what each round costs. Prices are transparent and below the market average for the ammo you actually receive. This isn’t a “one and done” transaction; it’s designed to help you buy over time, rotate stock for freshness, and try different brands and bullet weights.

You’re not just buying ammo, you’re managing your supply through our system.

Myth #4: “This is too political.”

Fact: AmmoSquared isn’t about politics, it’s about preparedness.

AmmoSquared itself was born from experience, not ideology. During the 2013 ammo shortage, our founder was caught short, like a lot of responsible gun owners at the time. The lesson was simple: relying on timing and luck isn’t a strategy. Preparedness is. That belief still guides how we operate today.

We serve responsible gun owners from all backgrounds who value self-reliance, safety, and readiness. Preparedness should be practical and common sense, not tied to slogans or sides.

Myth #5: “This feels like a fear tactic.”

Fact: We don’t deal in fear. We deal in peace of mind.

AmmoSquared works a lot like food storage, insurance, or maintenance plans. You prepare ahead of time so you don’t have to scramble later. Planning ahead isn’t panic, it’s foresight. 

AmmoSquared started in 2015 with a simple idea: there had to be a better way to handle ammunition than reacting every few years when shelves go empty. Ammo isn’t like most consumer goods. It’s something responsible gun owners need consistently, not just when the market cooperates.

When shortages hit, as they did in 2020, panic buying becomes the problem. Our system was designed to remove that pressure by helping people prepare ahead of time, quietly and steadily, so access doesn’t depend on timing or luck.

Why Most Ammo Buying Advice Fails

Once you strip away the myths, a pattern shows up.

Most people do things that feel smart, but don’t hold up long-term:

• Buying during panic cycles
• Chasing the cheapest sticker price
• Stockpiling random calibers “just in case”
• Ignoring storage, degradation, and total cost

These approaches usually cost more and deliver less.

What Actually Works

Prepared people tend to do a few simple things well:

• Buy gradually, consistently, and over time
  • Build your ammo supply slowly over time. Regular, measured purchases reduce stress, avoid panic buying, and help spread out costs.
• Standardize your calibers
  • Focus on the calibers that you actually use. This simplifies storage, training, and overall management.
• Separate training ammo from critical-use ammo
  • Use affordable, reliable rounds for practice and reserve premium or defensive ammunition for occasional training.
• Track total cost per round
  • Always include shipping, taxes, and other fees when calculating cost. This ensures you have a realistic understanding of the cost.
• Buy in bulk only when the market is calm
  • Bulk purchases save money only when prices are stable. Avoid chasing deals during panic cycles.
• Store ammo properly
  • Keep ammunition in a cool, dry place, ideally in sealed containers with desiccants. Clearly label each container with caliber, quantity, and purchase date, and rotate stock regularly.
• Budget consistently, not emotionally
  • Determine a regular, sustainable budget for ammunition purchases. The goal is readiness without regret, not reacting to market hype.

Keep A Simple Ammo Mindset

Prepared people usually follow a few quiet rules:

• Shoot what you stock
• Stock what you shoot
• Ignore the hype
• Stay consistent

Preparedness isn’t an event. It’s a habit.

Why Systems Like AmmoSquared Matter — 10 Years In

We’ve shipped through elections, shortages, supply shocks, and market swings.

We built systems that include: 

• Inventory-backed purchasing
• Daily pricing tools that track the market
• Systems that allocate ammo automatically
• Infrastructure designed to last

Our effective ammo management system involves tracking inventory, monitoring prices, and storing ammunition safely. All managed through our app, simple to use. We regularly add new features, increasing the value of our service.

Final Thought

If you ever have questions about how our service works or why we built it the way we did, we encourage you to ask. Transparency isn’t a marketing buzzword for us; it’s how trust is built.

You can reach our customer service team Monday through Saturday by phone at (208) 996-4450 or by email at [email protected]. They’re here to help.