Online ammo purchases

[TidalWave]

I didn’t read the whole thing or do any research for verification purposes .
Posting just FYI - for those that buy ammo online.

An Official Journal Of The NRA | Online Ammo Buyers Beware

That ammo store you see on social media may not be what it seems.

www.shootingillustrated.com

 

[powerboatr]

i buy from berrys for bullets
and built up from bulk ammo,
i have noticed in last few months its not just fake protract supply and some other sporting companies spam mail
they use the real places front page with URL clinkable links
but the EMAIL address is wrong
i always look at the email FROM address before i click any page

great info above
crooks are sneaky

 

[USMC6094]

None of my go-to online sellers don't have much of a social media presence.

And the ones I do use, I've ordered from for years.

 

[Grayfox]

Been doing business with the same companies for years. Mostly price hunt through Ammoseek.com who I do trust.
Never do business with unknowns.

 

[powerboatr]

i will add
i dont use face book or insta mug or x or tickey tock
i do have an x and fb account but they are dusty dusty
so lost friends can find me easier...
i would never order anything off those platforms... that just screams potential fraud

 

[TEXASforLIFE]

I wouldn't order off any social media including this 1

 

[shanneba]

I've seen CCI and Remington Ammo ads from fake sites on FB.
Both looked much like the actual valid sites.

 

[Cedric]

I have used exactly one ammo supplier on line and used to go to their storefront years ago so I know they are legit. Their shipping times are also good. Like others I have never used Fakebook or any other social media. As an aside, I have had a paid email service which was supposed to be very secure, but in the last few years spam messages have increased five fold. Same with text messages and calls to my mobile number. It's become ridiculous.

 

[TEXASforLIFE]

I've seen CCI and Remington Ammo ads from fake sites on FB.
Both looked much like the actual valid sites.

I've seem fake cci sites (and fed and a few others) that look legit until you see the prices. Go to checkout and only take zeel or some sort of other fake coin. Same thing with powders. Criminals never rest and the dead always finds a way to vote!

 

[yotehtr]

I had a guy I know call me up, said he found 9mm 50 rnd box for 5.00 a box, with a minimum order of 125.00 free shipping. I told him it's a scam. He wouldn't listen ordered over 200.00 worth. He used his debit card, and pay-pal. His bank account is all messed up

 

[Mr.W.]

Readily admitting ignorance, as I have zero experience with social media, why would a seasoned devotee of our hobby/sport even show interest in such obvious online snares? Prices?

 

[Old_Me]

i too have regular powder, bullets and brass casings online retailers. then of course my LGS.

i too never click onto a Facebook link to order anything, but i have seen Berry's Bullets facebook ads.

 

[Old_Me]

Readily admitting ignorance, as I have zero experience with social media, why would a seasoned devotee of our hobby/sport even show interest in such obvious online snares? Prices?

cuz during certain times....(like a pandemic and shortages) "if it looks to good to be true, they gotta still try it"

best to skip ads on social media and go directly to the source

 

[SL66]

This Forum is my only Social media.

 

[youngolddude]

I read several tech blogs and they both recommend using Incogni as a way to scrape your online presence. I've been thinking about doing that just to cut down on the trash in my inbox. I don't use FB or any other social media. The fake ads were really something prior to Christmas and I've been reporting and blocking as I see them. I shop online for primers, powder and bullets and use reputable companies for that. I'm slow to use new sources.

 

[Belt Fed]

I dont buy from anyone i dont recognize and when on occasion i do i will do a bunch of research on them first. I learned the hard way years ago. Got scammed on a fake site. I shoulda known cause it was so cheap. Wasnt much but still aggravating those kind of people exist.

 

[southtex]

Not really a social media guy (3 shooting forums and 1 fishing) so not affected. i use the same retailers for all purchases. Thanks for the heads up

 

[BassCliff]

Hi,

Good reminder to buy from only vetted and trusted online dealers. Thanks. The LGS I've been visiting lately sometimes has specials on case lots that are within $10 of my regular online vendors. But I have about three online stores I use for 90% of my ammo needs. Let's be careful out there.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

 

[shanneba]

I saw one for Leupold Scopes warehouse, Nosler bullets/Ammo and even one for Palmetto State Armory With an extra x in the web site address) on FB

Nosler
Important Notice: Beware of Fraudulent Websites Always verify you are purchasing directly from the official Nosler website at www.nosler.com or through authorized Nosler dealers.

Palmetto State Armory real site

AR-15 Parts, Bulk Ammo, Guns, Bulk Mags, Optics | Palmetto State Armory

Huge Selection of AR15 Uppers, AR15 Parts, Ammunition, Handguns, Rifles, Shotguns and Shooting Accessories at Great Low Prices

palmettostatearmory.com

CCI
We have been made aware that fraudulent sites have been impersonating our brands. Please do not engage with these sites. We are working on getting them removed. Our official URL is www.cci-ammunition.com

Federal
We have been made aware that fraudulent sites have been impersonating our brands. Please do not engage with these sites. We are working on getting them removed. Our official URL is www.federalpremium.com

Remington Ammo
We have been made aware that fraudulent sites have been impersonating our brands. Please do not engage with these sites. We are working on getting them removed. Our official URL is www.remington.com