Cabelas ammo hording?

[rm1911]

There's no such thing as gouging. People will pay what they believe is worth their money and time to acquire good they deem necessary. Pricing something too high and the goods don't move. Retailers hate inventory. It costs money to hold inventory. Pricing something too low and people without the pressing need will buy it, then turn around to sell for a profit. It is in the retailer's best interest to price the good right around the equilibrium price.

The confusion comes in when buyers don't agree with what the current equilibrium price is.

Exactly.

[AK5.56]

I am amazed that more people posting don't get sued for slander

I'm surprised people are so sensitive but I guess this is the internet where people like jump to conclusions and make others feel bad rather than encourage and support them.

I didn't say anything untrue about this particular entity. All I did was state my experience and question the sales methods and ethics behind a company I was supporting. I was brought up all through my childhood to question anything and everything or else be taken advantage of.

That's fine if you have no critical thinking skills but I like to be as educated and aware of everything I am involved in including how I spend my money and the companies I support.

[Danodog]

Cabelas has about 46 stores and I'm sure there are other people who want ammo as well so they have to be fair.

Store fronts get the priority and online sales get the rest. I wouldn't be surprised if they were stocking up a bunch of ammo for the Black Friday sales.

[fishhoppa]

I totally understand this. Anyhow, sorry If I sound whinny, I didn't mean for it to come off like that. Just a little fed up with the one box limits (like everyone else) when trying have some fun with my new toy. It seems like most people don't even buy the one boxes because its not worth it so the idea of them spreading it around really isn't as helpful as ya'll make it sound.

If they wanted to move inventory fast I would think releasing it and allowing more than 1 box when they had it would move it a lot faster. But that wouldn't be "fair" now would it.

There are plenty of LGS's carrying .22LR, why wouldn't you purchase from them especially if you disagree with Cabelas one box limits?

[roger1022]

Store fronts get the priority and online sales get the rest. I wouldn't be surprised if they were stocking up a bunch of ammo for the Black Friday sales.

Bingo Holiday Sales!

I guess Cabelas like all the other stores are selling whatever they receive. I know that if any local shops get any 22 it's gone before the end of the day. Sometimes they receive a ton, other times it could be just a few cases.

[roger1022]

There are plenty of LGS's carrying .22LR, why would'nt you purchasing from them especially if you disagree with Cabelas one box limits?

It sounds like he's upset because he believes that Cabelas maybe hiding 22 ammo and selling it at their leisure, i.e. they are artificially limiting the supply.

Well I guess Cabelas can outsell their allotment and start backorders... I mean waiting a few more months is not a bad thing.

They could also do what Gander does and have no limits, have their shipment cleaned out in 5 min and have everyone complain that they have not seen any again for several months.

[fishhoppa]

It sounds like he's upset because he believes that Cabelas maybe hiding 22 ammo and selling it at their leisure, i.e. they are artificially limiting the supply.

Well I guess Cabelas can outsell their allotment and start backorders... I mean waiting a few more months is not a bad thing.

They could also do what Gander does and have no limits, have their shipment cleaned out in 5 min and have everyone complain that they have not seen any again for several months.

HAHAHA!

[Tanner68]

I support your hypothesis OP. Begin the boycott. I will add Cabelas to my black list of other vendors, whom I boycott in support of disgruntled CGers. Thank goodness my basement is stacked to the rafters with reloading components, because there is no where left to shop.

[GoodahSP]

Yes, please boycott Cabela's, so when the 2100 round federal cans for $99, 1000 round M-22s for $49, AR tacticals, CCI minimags come in there will be less people to compete with.

[AK5.56]

There are plenty of LGS's carrying .22LR, why wouldn't you purchase from them especially if you disagree with Cabelas one box limits?

Unless I am jobless, benefiting from Federal perks and can wait a hour before opening hours for a couple hundred rounds of .22 bulk this isn't a possibility for myself. Obviously it is for you and the more power to you. My only option is online before the time blessed folk suck the LGS's clean.

[AK5.56]

It sounds like he's upset because he believes that Cabelas maybe hiding 22 ammo and selling it at their leisure, i.e. they are artificially limiting the supply.

Well I guess Cabelas can outsell their allotment and start backorders... I mean waiting a few more months is not a bad thing.

They could also do what Gander does and have no limits, have their shipment cleaned out in 5 min and have everyone complain that they have not seen any again for several months.

Lol! Atleast someone got a decent shipment of ammo.

[roger1022]

Lol! Atleast someone got a decent shipment of ammo.

Oh if you mean not getting any Mini Mags because I got there seconds too late, then yes that would be me.

As for the LGS, the old folks got that covered. Why waste gas?

[fishhoppa]

There are plenty of LGS's carrying .22LR, why wouldn't you purchase from them especially if you disagree with Cabelas one box limits?

Unless I am jobless, benefiting from Federal perks and can wait a hour before opening hours for a couple hundred rounds of .22 bulk this isn't a possibility for myself. Obviously it is for you and the more power to you. My only option is online before the time blessed folk suck the LGS's clean.

Let me help clarify my post for you.

LGS in not the same as Walmart, Turners, DICKs or Big 5. It's the typical mom & pop gun shop located somewhere in your area. If you disagree with how Cabelas is limiting purchases to one box because of some conspiracy, than patronize your local gun shop where they might not have single box limits.

The local shops in my area have .22s in stock so I am sure your local shops have them too.

Are you not willing to purchase from yours because of the pricing difference?

Kudos to you about not being jobless - now go spend some of that money at your Local Gun Shop instead of feeling so butt hurt when people don't see it your way.

[AK5.56]

Oh if you mean not getting any Mini Mags because I got there seconds too late, then yes that would be me.

As for the LGS, the old folks got that covered. Why waste gas?

Score!

I hear you on the gas. I don't even bother checking my LGS anymore. It isn't worth my time competing with the retired and jobless community

[AK5.56]

Let me help clarify my post for you.

LGS in not the same as Walmart, Turners, DICKs or Big 5. It's the typical mom & pop gun shop located somewhere in your area. If you disagree with how Cabelas is limiting purchases to one box because of some conspiracy, than patronize your local gun shop where they might not have single box limits.

The local shops in my area have .22s in stock so I am sure your local shops have them too.

Are you not willing to purchase from yours because of the pricing difference?

Kudos to you about not being jobless - now go spend some of that money at your Local Gun Shop instead of feeling so butt hurt when people don't see it your way.

I have a few shops in my area that I stop in to socialize, support and check ammo supply with. No such luck for myself. I have bought from them in the last 3-4 months even when prices were high but to tell you the truth small gun store owners like to make their shops feel like a private club. I like to think of myself as a sociable, friendly guy but when given a "humph" after asking if any .22 is available like I'm taking away from your day chatting up the retired veteran (no disrespect intended)I tend to learn my place and understand my welcome when its not welcome. Make me feel like a outsider when I have hard earned cash to spend at your shop and I tend to frequent less.