I don't hold anything against a 2A business in a blue state. If anything I just feel bad for them. I wouldn't order anything from Dick's Sporting Goods online and they have them in my state. I get a lot of projectiles from stores in IL. I have even gotten many dies, Redding and RCBS out of Massachusetts. And it's almost always the best deal I can find at the time is why I buy stuff online in the first place. Other than the occasional online reloading supplies order, I have nothing to do with the blue states. When I did buy ammo... many years ago, Sportsmanguide was a good place and they were in MN. Didn't hold that against them. lol

 

I wouldn't order anything from Dick's Sporting Goods online

I wouldn't buy anything from them period. I know their stance on the 2nd. I was even in a local one once years ago before their whole anti-2nd Amendment stance fiasco, and when I looked around less than a minute I could tell it was a yuppie oriented hipster store. Full of kyack gear and luggage racks for special edition SUV's. I have plantar fascitis and flat feet. I went in there looking for Green Superfeet. They had them in stock. I walked out without buying them. Or anything from them ever again.

 

I've been buying my bulk ammo from Target Sports USA and after reading you post realized that they are located in blue state. Thanks for pointing that out. I'll look for another supplier and a 2nd Amendment friendly state.

 

Im almost certain Target Sports DID NOT elect the people who run the state they’re in. TS gets my business regardless of where they’re located.

 

So by not buying from a vendor in a blue state are you not playing right into that state’s hands by potentially putting that vendor a small step closer to going out of business? I think we should be supporting a 2A business who is an oasis in an otherwise barren state.

 

Well said! As others have indicated, sticking it to the blue state businesses is only hurting the pro gun business and promotes the stupidity of the blue state overlords! There's nothing the nut bags would like better than having us turn our backs on pro gun businesses. To do so would be doing the bidding of the anti-gun goons that want to close every industry that has anything to do with guns.

 

OP, great intent but it hurts the wrong team. Good posts in this short thread however.

 

Absolutely NOT! I think your mindset is flawed here. Those sellers in blue states face additional hardships not known in red states. I am LE but in a blue state (NY) and I promise you there are multiple red state sellers who refuse to deal with anyone in NY and they deserve to get some as it only emboldens blue states even more! I get it, its easier to ditch us buyers than deal with it but selfish it is!

 

Not really.

I only check location to see how long/complicated the shipping process might be. For instance, from Virginia (Velocity Ammo) is not bad. TargetSportsUSA are in Hartford CT, so shipment takes a bit longer to me in Florida. Just depends on who has what I am looking for at the right price, which is not always the lowest. Reputation and previous positive experiences play a big role in who I will order from.

 

I order my ammo from where I get the best deal. I don't pay attention to the location of the business.

 

I can care less about 2A state politics when it comes to buying ammo on-line. To me, it's about ammo quality and value and the overall reputation of the vendor that matters most.

 

How deep blue is any deep blue state that supports ammo manufacturers/suppliers?

It seems to me that basing ammo buying decisions on the basis of location only serves to further the divisiveness prevalent in politics and society?

Dave Y -

 

Sig makes their ammo in my home state so I get it quick when I order. Except for a couple of commie enclaves, we're deep red.

 

Personally I don't notice if the vendor is in a red or blue state. I look at price and shipping costs to make my buying decision.

 

Never worry about the state’s color as the business is probably pro-2A if they’re selling ammo. Even better, supporting a 2A business in a blue state is like helping the French Resistance in Vichy France in WWII.

I normally buy my ammo from my LGS, which is strongly 2A. But some calibers I buy bulk online.

 

Isn't that what R politicians are always accusing the left of doing?
Cancel Culture
Businesses do not reflect political bias of the State unless they are in a hurry to fail.

 

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Businesses do not reflect political bias of the State unless they are in a hurry to fail

Small businesses do not reflect the political bias of the State unless they are in a hurry to fail. Big businesses usually DO reflect political bias, especially if it’s Leftist. So support of 2A small businesses, regardless of where they are located is a good practice; avoiding large businesses that clearly lean Left is also a good practice.

 

Interesting comments. I do appreciate the other viewpoints.
It does make me think.
And those are usually the best topics for discussion.

 

I'm a strong supporter of the 2ndA and gun owner's rights. And I live in one the Reddest states on the map but I just can't let politics control all the choices I make in my life ... some yes, of course but not all. One of my best shooting buddies and longest friends leans pretty hard to the left. He loved Obama and Hillary and hated Trump. But he owns more guns than just about anyone else I know and is friend I know I can count on if needed.

We don't talk politics ever ... I think at times he's conflicted with his political views and his hobbies ... I don't push it. I've known his wife longer than he has ... I dated her sister in high school ... she's always been warped hard to the Left and thinks CNN is the word of god ...sometimes I think he's just trying to keep peace at home by going along with what she tells him on how to think. ... "happy wife ...." and all that. But I refuse to abandon a good friend over our differences in politics.

So, I try to buy most of my guns and ammo locally but these days it can be "any port in a storm"... and if the price is right and they'll send it to me ... I just don't really look at where it being shipped from.

 

I only care about price. I could care less where it’s coming from

 

I used to order ammo from Target Sports USA. Their supply seems very limited and their prices are way higher then before. I just recently ordered from Tombstone tactical in AZ. Got a thousand rounds of Blazer Brass 124 gr 9mm for $275.

 

I find it just the opposite. Just this morning, TargetSportsUSA.com offered Blazer Brass to me at a price cheaper than that.

 

I've never really paid attention or given much thought to where a business was actually located prior to purchasing. Price, (shipping discounts), customer service, and reputation are typically what i.look for.

 

An ammo maker or seller is pro guns, so I will do business with them.

Winchester has a large ammo facility in red part of Illinois.
Long ways from Chicago.
Many blue states are only blue in the metro cities.
I won’t go to the cities, but won’t blame the rest of the state.
Especially gun people in those states.

Target sports always treated me right, and did not gouge when others did.

 

Negative. Vote with your dollars!

 

I’ve pretty much settled on SG Ammo for my online needs. They have frequent specials and any order over $200 ships free. Plus, they ship fast and have never made a mistake with my order. I live in Missouri and they don’t tack on sales tax like Natchez and others. Why go anywhere else?

 

I’ve pretty much settled on SG Ammo for my online needs. They have frequent specials and any order over $200 ships free. Plus, they ship fast and have never made a mistake with my order. I live in Missouri and they don’t tack on sales tax like Natchez and others. Why go anywhere else?
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SGAmmo has been my go to online supplier for years. Great prices, free shipping for orders over $200, and terrific customer service.

 

I support 2a vendors, period. I don't care where they are located. In fact, 2a supporters in blue states probably need our support more.

 

Living in a commie state, I’m just happy to be able to find someone who is willing to ship directly to me without having to go through an FFL.

 

I agree - Target Sports had to stop and now goes way of FFL. I haven't found anyone who still deliver directly to residence. Know of any?

 

Pm sent.

 

I agree 100%. Don’t feed the enemy…or their anti #2A anti-American nonsense. There are several ammunition manufacturers- I don’t recall names - that made it clear if you voted for Biden, they would not sell you ammunition.

 

Who are these guys...I'll buy from them. Down here the ATF & that zero tolerance just closed another gun shop that's been in business for over 40 years...Guy has a family he has to support but seem our government doesn't give a **** about us.