Post by: Rocky on December 17, 2020, 03:26:30 PM
Found 124gr RPFMJ at
EvergladesAmmo.com
Still got more in 500-1k lots
FREE SHIPPING ! :D
Even called him to make sure the Hawaiian address with all of the vowels was correct and said it would go out UPS tomorrow.
Post by: drck1000 on December 17, 2020, 03:56:31 PM
MidwayUSA has coupons for free shipping here and there. Have been picking up .308 heads. Waiting for some Berger boolits to come back in stock. They have some now, but not the ones I'm looking for.
Post by: dogman on December 17, 2020, 08:39:44 PM
Post by: stangzilla on December 18, 2020, 06:20:16 AM
A "friend " of mine was looking for 9mm heads and found none (reasonably) available at most sites.
Found 124gr RPFMJ at
EvergladesAmmo.com
Still got more in 500-1k lots
FREE SHIPPING ! :D
Even called him to make sure the Hawaiian address with all of the vowels was correct and said it would go out UPS tomorrow.
Everglades ammo is one of my go to sites for heads
Seem to be consistent heads, shipping is pretty quick.
Small operation. Packaging is usually in a plastic bag, sometimes in a cardboard box, with bubble wrap and taped up good.
Good stuff 👍👍
Post by: Rocky on December 18, 2020, 08:50:00 AM
Post by: drck1000 on December 18, 2020, 08:54:46 AM
Xtreme no longer delivers to HawaiiI thought they just ended free ship. Do they not ship anymore, even if you pay?
I picked up some Xtreme heads from Cabelas and free ship. I check back occasionally since they seem to run out of stock quickly.
Post by: Inspector on December 18, 2020, 09:41:51 AM
I thought they just ended free ship. Do they not ship anymore, even if you pay?So far I have had pretty good luck with the 9mm heads I have been getting from X-Treme. They even look like they are better quality than some of the others I have been trying. I might just try some 45’s when my stock starts to get low.
I picked up some Xtreme heads from Cabelas and free ship. I check back occasionally since they seem to run out of stock quickly.
Post by: wirecounter on December 18, 2020, 11:29:23 AM
Xtreme no longer delivers to Hawaii
I just saw that - Hawaii is not in the list of states. I don't understand why as other bullet manufacturers mail it via a flat rate box. ???
Post by: drck1000 on December 18, 2020, 11:32:23 AM
Post by: Eric808 on December 18, 2020, 07:30:30 PM
https://www.snscasting.com/
"SNS Customers: Unfortunately, covid has struck our area once again and we're being forced to stop taking orders until January 2nd...."
Post by: Rocky on December 20, 2020, 08:47:21 AM
I thought they just ended free ship. Do they not ship anymore, even if you pay?Ended free ship in November.
I picked up some Xtreme heads from Cabelas and free ship. I check back occasionally since they seem to run out of stock quickly.
She did work out the "other" shipping options and when I heard gasp I kinda knew.
When she told me the cost I started laughing and so did she.
His shipment arrived in Honolulu 9:15 pm last night.
Less than 72 hrs from Florida. :thumbsup:
Post by: stangzilla on December 29, 2020, 07:23:25 AM
https://www.evergladesammo.com/
https://www.snscasting.com/
"SNS Customers: Unfortunately, covid has struck our area once again and we're being forced to stop taking orders until January 2nd...."
I just ordered some this morning :thumbsup:
Post by: Rocky on December 29, 2020, 10:38:24 AM
I just ordered some this morning :thumbsup:from everglades or SNS ?
Post by: stangzilla on December 29, 2020, 10:43:57 AM
from everglades or SNS ?
from everglades
was looking for 9mm heads and hard to find anywhere
even dies are hard to find or super expensive in 9mm
Post by: dogman on January 01, 2021, 10:05:10 PM
SNS Casting's website currently says "Down for Maintenance . . . force to stop taking orders until January 2nd . . . still running a short crew to get more bullets on the shelf". I saw the same thing in November and checked back on the "until" date later that month. I was able to order (and received) a case of 4000, red 115 grain round nose coated bullets for $260.00 shipping included.
Post by: dogman on January 01, 2021, 10:13:30 PM
Post by: macsak on January 01, 2021, 10:29:34 PM
the website said that they are making heads as fast as they can, and they do not plan to raise prices as of yet
stated that wait time will be 8-12 weeks, and asked for patience and for people to be aware of the wait and to not cancel order
warned that they may have to raise prices if people cancel...
my friend ordered 2 bulk packs of 3300 135gr 9mm
unfortunately, i still own no firearms, ammo, nor reloading components...
Post by: Inspector on January 05, 2021, 01:42:37 PM
Post by: drck1000 on January 05, 2021, 01:49:57 PM
Post by: Inspector on January 05, 2021, 02:04:20 PM
Cabelas has (or had yesterday) XTreme 9 mm 115 gr in stock. Free shipping over $50. I've ordered from them in the past. My mail person hates me. ;DThe last batch of XTreme 124gr FMJ’s I ordered arrived yesterday and were shipped UPS. Until yesterday’s order they always shipped them USPS. I wonder why the difference in shipping? I assume it is more expensive to send them UPS.
Also, I have ordered from a company called Sages Reloading. Unfortunately, they have been hit hard by the shortages. But when they get in XTreme Bullets they package them up VERY well and ship them USPS. I would expect that they will ship to HI. You might want to check their website regularly and maybe join their FB page. They announce when they get new shipments in on their FB page. Their prices are usually very good. I have also bought Hornady and Nosler bulk bullets from them in 224 and 308 at terrific prices.
Post by: stangzilla on January 05, 2021, 02:25:16 PM
it was sent out quick, but sent via FedEx. they usually ship USPS priority mail.
its been stuck in the same location on the mainland at a fedex location for about a week. its 2 day mail :grrr:
Post by: drck1000 on January 05, 2021, 03:01:00 PM
The last batch of XTreme 124gr FMJ’s I ordered arrived yesterday and were shipped UPS. Until yesterday’s order they always shipped them USPS. I wonder why the difference in shipping? I assume it is more expensive to send them UPS.Cabelas had some good pricing and decent packing. There was about 50 rounds that spilled out of the boxes, but all good. At least was free shipping and delivered in a timely fashion. I don't really "need" the boolits right now, so I can wait and shop around.
Also, I have ordered from a company called Sages Reloading. Unfortunately, they have been hit hard by the shortages. But when they get in XTreme Bullets they package them up VERY well and ship them USPS. I would expect that they will ship to HI. You might want to check their website regularly and maybe join their FB page. They announce when they get new shipments in on their FB page. Their prices are usually very good. I have also bought Hornady and Nosler bulk bullets from them in 224 and 308 at terrific prices.
I ordered more 9mm FMJ from EvergladesammoI have an order from Bayou going back about a month. I have a "good" amount on hand already. Hopefully have some SPP come in.
it was sent out quick, but sent via FedEx. they usually ship USPS priority mail.
its been stuck in the same location on the mainland at a fedex location for about a week. its 2 day mail :grrr:
Post by: stangzilla on January 05, 2021, 03:09:49 PM
Post by: Inspector on January 05, 2021, 03:16:29 PM
I just bought a G19 gen 5 MOS, my first 9mm firearm, so I have no 9mm ammo as of a week ago. I got some at LGS but not much, so trying to get as much reloading stuff in 9mm that I can. i'm finding things, just more expensive and hard to locateI hear 9mm dies are impossible to find. Have you found any?
Post by: drck1000 on January 05, 2021, 03:38:00 PM
I just bought a G19 gen 5 MOS, my first 9mm firearm, so I have no 9mm ammo as of a week ago. I got some at LGS but not much, so trying to get as much reloading stuff in 9mm that I can. i'm finding things, just more expensive and hard to locateI can donate some brass if ya need. :thumbsup:
Post by: stangzilla on January 05, 2021, 04:41:26 PM
I hear 9mm dies are impossible to find. Have you found any?
I found a set on Ebay for about $80. I also got a factory crimp die on Ebay for about $40. I know I got ripped off, but cant find anywhere else. and probably don't need the factory crimp, I just like to have it just in case, and the Lee is also a resizer so that's a plus
I can donate some brass if ya need. :thumbsup:
thanks, i'll let you know. i ordered 500 used range brass and i'll have the brass from the ammo i bought. that might be enough for now but i'll let you know if i need any more. :shaka:
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 05, 2021, 07:20:30 PM
I just bought a G19 gen 5 MOS, my first 9mm firearm, so I have no 9mm ammo as of a week ago. I got some at LGS but not much, so trying to get as much reloading stuff in 9mm that I can. i'm finding things, just more expensive and hard to locateI can give u a box of 9 since u let us shoot ur revolvers when we had the revolver shoot.
Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk
Post by: stangzilla on January 07, 2021, 05:02:30 AM
I can give u a box of 9 since u let us shoot ur revolvers when we had the revolver shoot.
Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk
Thank you for the offer. I really appreciate it🤙
But I think I'll be ok on ammo
I'm slowly finding ammo and components here and there. Buying and trading with what I can find through different avenues
I'm finding that the 2A community is very helpful during these hard times. Gun people are some of the nicest, respectful, and genuine people that I know :worship:
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 07, 2021, 07:45:30 AM
Thank you for the offer. I really appreciate itNP. Offer stands until we run low in case u change your mind.
But I think I'll be ok on ammo
I'm slowly finding ammo and components here and there. Buying and trading with what I can find through different avenues
I'm finding that the 2A community is very helpful during these hard times. Gun people are some of the nicest, respectful, and genuine people that I know :worship:
Ur right about the 2a community, minus a few scalpers.
Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk
Post by: wirecounter on January 07, 2021, 08:14:27 AM
I just saw that - Hawaii is not in the list of states. I don't understand why as other bullet manufacturers mail it via a flat rate box. ???
So I emailed them stating the above and finally got a reply that they have switched to UPS and no longer use USPS. Must be nice to not need our business.
Prolly why they still have stock as UPS is more expensive across the board when compared with USPS flat rate boxes.
Post by: drck1000 on January 07, 2021, 09:43:42 AM
So I emailed them stating the above and finally got a reply that they have switched to UPS and no longer use USPS. Must be nice to not need our business.I hate when companies do that. Seems like lots do that though. I have a bunch of shooting friends in AK and they face similar issues as we do. :(
Prolly why they still have stock as UPS is more expensive across the board when compared with USPS flat rate boxes.
Post by: Inspector on January 13, 2021, 03:44:08 AM
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item/00130aa9115fmj/9mm-point355-diameter-115-grain-fmj-1-and-000-count
They are 12 cents a piece. Not a bad price. Not a great price but these are FMJ’s and not plated. I have ordered from these guys before but not when I was living on island. So I can recommend them but I don’t know if they ship to Hawaii or not. Also, I have not used these particular bullets before.
They also have range brass at a going rate price. Not great but it is what it is:
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item/003559mmofb500/9mm-once-fired-range-brass-raw-approximately-500-pieces
They are 6 cents a piece.
Post by: stangzilla on January 13, 2021, 08:39:56 AM
Found some bulk 9mm FMJ from Midsouth Shooting Supplies:
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item/00130aa9115fmj/9mm-point355-diameter-115-grain-fmj-1-and-000-count
They are 12 cents a piece. Not a bad price. Not a great price but these are FMJ’s and not plated. I have ordered from these guys before but not when I was living on island. So I can recommend them but I don’t know if they ship to Hawaii or not. Also, I have not used these particular bullets before.
They also have range brass at a going rate price. Not great but it is what it is:
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item/003559mmofb500/9mm-once-fired-range-brass-raw-approximately-500-pieces
They are 6 cents a piece.
the heads are sold out now
Post by: stangzilla on January 13, 2021, 08:40:21 AM
I ordered more 9mm FMJ from Evergladesammo
it was sent out quick, but sent via FedEx. they usually ship USPS priority mail.
its been stuck in the same location on the mainland at a fedex location for about a week. its 2 day mail :grrr:
fedex lost my package. I bet they stole it
Post by: stangzilla on January 13, 2021, 08:53:09 AM
Post by: Inspector on January 13, 2021, 09:08:25 AM
https://www.capitalcartridge.com/reloading-bullets-s/229.htmI have bought a lot of once fired brass from this company. They can be a little slow to ship but the last few times I ordered they shipped within a week or less. They ship USPS. And they have shorted me and gave me some nickel plated brass in with the regular brass a couple of times but their CS sent me replacements right away.
Post by: stangzilla on January 13, 2021, 09:14:20 AM
I have bought a lot of once fired brass from this company. They can be a little slow to ship but the last few times I ordered they shipped within a week or less. They ship USPS. And they have shorted me and gave me some nickel plated brass in with the regular brass a couple of times but their CS sent me replacements right away.
I got 1000 fmj, and some fired brass from them. first time order. hard to find anywhere else right now.
fedex lost my package from everglades with 1000 JHP and some brass. trying to contact the company and see if I can get a back order. rather have the components than the money back
Post by: Inspector on January 13, 2021, 09:24:49 AM
I got 1000 fmj, and some fired brass from them. first time order. hard to find anywhere else right now.Never dealt with Everglades before but I am sure they will make things right with you.
fedex lost my package from everglades with 1000 JHP and some brass. trying to contact the company and see if I can get a back order. rather have the components than the money back
Funny story about Capital Cartridge. One day after I placed a pretty large order they sent me an email that the brass they are sending me is “Extra dirty”. I told them it is okay. Well, I got the brass and it was so dirty I had to decap them first using my Universal Decapping Die before I washed them. I used dishwashing soap to wash them. Then I dried them and then I ran them through my sizing die. Then I put them in my ultrasonic cleaner and dried them and then polished them. I have never seen brass so dirty before. :rofl: It was extra work but no one else had brass at that time.
Post by: stangzilla on January 13, 2021, 09:47:13 AM
Never dealt with Everglades before but I am sure they will make things right with you.
Funny story about Capital Cartridge. One day after I placed a pretty large order they sent me an email that the brass they are sending me is “Extra dirty”. I told them it is okay. Well, I got the brass and it was so dirty I had to decap them first using my Universal Decapping Die before I washed them. I used dishwashing soap to wash them. Then I dried them and then I ran them through my sizing die. Then I put them in my ultrasonic cleaner and dried them and then polished them. I have never seen brass so dirty before. :rofl: It was extra work but no one else had brass at that time.
wow, that's dirty
I sent a message to Everglades and they got back to me in about a couple hours via email which is really fast. they said they will send me a replacement and they will file claim on their side with FedEx
that's great CS in my book :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: Inspector on January 13, 2021, 09:49:25 AM
wow, that's dirtyVERY Good CS!! I have heard a lot of good things about them so I figured they would make it right.
I sent a message to Everglades and they got back to me in about a couple hours via email which is really fast. they said they will send me a replacement and they will file claim on their side with FedEx
that's great CS in my book :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: TooFewPews on January 13, 2021, 07:12:58 PM
I'm looking for something that is either coated or plated. I don't mind jacketed, but those bullets tend to be more expensive.
I'm planning on buying in bulk (probably 3,000 or more projectiles).
Post by: stangzilla on January 13, 2021, 08:22:36 PM
It's getting bad. Cant find nothing :(
Post by: drck1000 on January 13, 2021, 08:36:05 PM
Nvm best price. You lucky if you find anything in stockWarning if you're ordering from Cabelas. A buddy and I put in orders prior end of Dec and still hasn't shipped. I had bought a bunch of stuff leading up to Christmas and shipped quickly and arrived quick. He ordered a bunch of brass and I ordered other random reloading things. Been almost 2 weeks and not a peep.
It's getting bad. Cant find nothing :(
They had some 124 9 mm Xtreme heads in stock during that time too. I was going to order more, but I prioritized on other things.
Post by: blastoff747 on January 14, 2021, 01:10:47 AM
Free shipping but $6 insurance.
https://www.rmrbullets.com/product-category/bullets/pistol/9mm-355/ (https://www.rmrbullets.com/product-category/bullets/pistol/9mm-355/)
Only one in stock is 115gr fmj for 11.3 per.
Post by: stangzilla on January 14, 2021, 08:42:04 AM
I sent a message to Everglades and they got back to me in about a couple hours via email which is really fast. they said they will send me a replacement and they will file claim on their side with FedEx
that's great CS in my book :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
This is the next day after they emailed me about sending a replacement, I get a text notification from FedEx that my package was received and I have a projected delivery date.
Wow, that's customer service!!!
I was expecting a wait bc the items were listed as sold out from several days ago
I am very impressed with EvergladesAmmo CS. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: Inspector on January 14, 2021, 09:53:44 AM
This is the next day after they emailed me about sending a replacement, I get a text notification from FedEx that my package was received and I have a projected delivery date.I don’t need anything right now except for my order from Grafs from 2 weeks ago to be shipped. Otherwise next time I need bullets I will order from them.
Wow, that's customer service!!!
I was expecting a wait bc the items were listed as sold out from several days ago
I am very impressed with EvergladesAmmo CS. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Please let me know what you think of their quality when they arrive.
Post by: stangzilla on January 19, 2021, 08:45:33 AM
I reloaded my first batch of 9mm FMJ 124 grain version 2 which means its heavy plated
I have 3 different powder weights, all within the recipe from Hodgdon website using titegroup. we'll see which one works best in my pistol. now just gotta get the pistol :shaka:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50851407568_1c81ea742d_b.jpg)
almost done reloading when the power goes out
but I have an LED lantern and my car jumper battery which has an AC outlet that I used for my powder dispenser so I could finish the reloading. :shaka:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50852128196_5b9d8a3fa2_b.jpg)
Post by: drck1000 on January 19, 2021, 08:51:26 AM
I got the 9mm FMJ heads from Everglades on the 18th, that was pretty quick delivery. great CSNice!
I reloaded my first batch of 9mm FMJ 124 grain version 2 which means its heavy plated
I have 3 different powder weights, all within the recipe from Hodgdon website using titegroup. we'll see which one works best in my pistol. now just gotta get the pistol :shaka:
almost done reloading when the power goes out
but I have an LED lantern and my car jumper battery which has an AC outlet that I used for my powder dispenser so I could finish the reloading. :shaka:
I was finally able to pick up some SPP (both regular and magnum). A buddy has some Titegroup "saved" for me, so I better start getting to brass prep before he decides to sell the powder.
Post by: oldfart on January 19, 2021, 10:11:44 AM
It's ok but I don't think it's as good as some otheŕ powders.
Anybody experience outstanding results with TG?
Post by: jc2721 on January 19, 2021, 07:16:58 PM
I got the 9mm FMJ heads from Everglades on the 18th, that was pretty quick delivery. great CS
I reloaded my first batch of 9mm FMJ 124 grain version 2 which means its heavy plated
I have 3 different powder weights, all within the recipe from Hodgdon website using titegroup. we'll see which one works best in my pistol. now just gotta get the pistol :shaka:
almost done reloading when the power goes out
but I have an LED lantern and my car jumper battery which has an AC outlet that I used for my powder dispenser so I could finish the reloading. :shaka:
The thing you've got to watch out for is the c.o.l. and the crimp. Without the pistol barrel in hand you can't do a "plunk test" on your newly loaded rounds to see if they will chamber properly. Hopefully, all will go well with your reloads when you pick up your 9mm. :shaka:
When I started loading a new bullet for my .45 acp I had to adjust the crimp die a half dozen times before I got a satisfactory profile. Then I found I was getting signs of high pressure from my 625 (flattened primers), so I backed off a half grain of Unique and all has been well for the last 600 rounds or so.
Post by: fl808 on January 19, 2021, 10:04:25 PM
Post by: stangzilla on January 20, 2021, 12:58:23 PM
The thing you've got to watch out for is the c.o.l. and the crimp. Without the pistol barrel in hand you can't do a "plunk test" on your newly loaded rounds to see if they will chamber properly. Hopefully, all will go well with your reloads when you pick up your 9mm. :shaka:
When I started loading a new bullet for my .45 acp I had to adjust the crimp die a half dozen times before I got a satisfactory profile. Then I found I was getting signs of high pressure from my 625 (flattened primers), so I backed off a half grain of Unique and all has been well for the last 600 rounds or so.
i'll test it when I get the G19
hopefully all goes well :shaka:
Post by: oldfart on January 20, 2021, 05:36:17 PM
i'll test it when I get the G19....
hopefully all goes well :shaka:
Glock barrels are so loose you can fit a small dog in there.
Might get messy though.
Post by: stangzilla on March 01, 2021, 07:44:37 AM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50993675866_a03fa27822_b.jpg)