why is varget out of stock

by Mireille Klocko DVM Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

What is Varget powder?

Apr 12, 2022 · Nov 22, 2020. #20. my local gun store saved me today. They completely ran out of any rifle/pistol powders just a week ago when I visited, but this week they got some H4350 back in stock. I was able to grab 2 pounds of H4350 (max. for each customer), thank god. I also got at least 2k small pistol magnum primers from them during the last couple ...

Why is there a shortage of Hodgdon powders?

Feb 15, 2020 · Hodgdon believes they are now ahead of the problems and will have more success shipping the Australian powders in 2020. Some is on the way now, which should make it into distribution by April. Varget, H1000 and H4350 should be back in distribution by April, Retumbo should be available sometime April to June.

What's the difference between Varget and 4320 and 4895?

Feb 26, 2021 · Along with addressing the shortage issues, Hodgdon explains the challenges involved in increasing production in the USA and/or increasing imports from overseas. The ultra-popular H4198, H4895, Varget, H4350, and H4831 family of powders are produced by ADI in Australia **. So Hodgdon can’t ship more Varget or H4350 in the USA unless Hodgdon ...

Will Varget ever be available again?

Hodgdon has recently announced to OEM's that there is no Varget or H4350 that will be available through 2021. Those are two of the most popular rifle powders for reloaders.Feb 14, 2021

Why is gun powder out of stock everywhere?

Handloading today has been affected by many factors. A million new gun owners, the political climate and the COVID pandemic have all combined to create shortages of ammunition, bullets, primers and powders.Oct 28, 2021

What is a good replacement for Varget powder?

Best Varget Substitute

Ramshot Hunter Powder.
Ramshot Big Powder Game.
Ramshot X-Terminator.
Ramshot Wild Boar.
Ramshot Magnum.
Ramshot Zip.
Ramshot True Blue.
Ramshot Enforcer.

Why is there a shortage of smokeless gunpowder?

NSSF officials say the shortages are the result of a combination of booming demand caused mostly by the COVID 19 lockdowns and social unrest. Oliva said that a record 21 million firearms background checks for gun sales were conducted by the FBI in 2020 – including 8.4 million for first-time gun buyers.Jun 27, 2021

Did Hodgdon go out of business?

A: Yes, Hodgdon has been in business (and family owned) for over 70 years. We are here for the long haul and are doing everything we can to supply our powders to handloaders. Dealer shelves are empty because powder is purchased as soon as it arrives at the dealer's stores but we will continue to ship more in 2020.

Why are all primers out of stock?

A Massive Increase in Demand

A mix of the Covid-19 pandemic, civil unrest, and the possibility of an anti-2nd amendment President and Senate has caused demand to skyrocket.Oct 21, 2021

Is IMR 4064 the same as Varget?

According to Hodgdon's Burning rate table, IMR 4064 is faster burning than Varget. I've used both in the 308 with excellent results. Almost every loading manual lists recommended starting and max loads for each. I would follow those recommended loads rather than guessing.Jan 19, 2013

Is Varget a good powder?

Varget is the perfect powder for shooting the 223 Remington with heavy bullets in competitive matches. Outstanding performance and velocity can be obtained in such popular cartridges as the 22-250 Remington, 308 Winchester, 30-06, 375 H&H and many more.Sep 8, 2016

Who makes Varget gunpowder?

Hodgdon

Varget is an extruded propellant in the Hodgdon line of Extreme series of powders. Varget features small, extruded grains for uniform metering, is insensitive to hot and cold temperatures and produces higher energy for improved velocities over other powders in its burning-speed class.

Why are small rifle primers out of stock?

Simply put, consumer demand continues to outpace our ability to supply.” Rifle and pistol primers are nearly sold out everywhere, with some less-than-reputable vendors now charging 4-5 times the normal price.Dec 14, 2020

Why is ammo out of stock everywhere?

COVID-19 Pandemic Supply Chain Issues

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, shoppers could opt for imported ammo if they couldn't get products from their favorite American brands. However, the ongoing pandemic has disrupted international supply chains, leading to ammo imports into the U.S. dropping by 34%.Mar 15, 2022

Why is Hodgdon powder not available?

A: Quite simply, our manufacturing facilities have not kept up with our orders. Additionally, military contracts began specifying Hodgdon powders in the last few years for military ammunition, impacting our supply.Feb 5, 2020

Is reloading powder hard to find?

As any handloader knows, popular reloading powders have become difficult to find. And when you do locate the powder you want, the price might be twice what you paid a year ago (or even more on auction sites).

Can Hodgdon ship Varget powder?

So Hodgdon can’t ship more Varget or H4350 in the USA unless Hodgdon can get more from Australia. In the Powder Update reprinted below, Hodgdon answers many key questions, and debunks some misconceptions. For example, Hodgdon is NOT selling its powders on auction sites such as Gunbroker. That is completely false.

Why don't people want to look behind the curtain?

Some people dont WANT to look behind the curtain for fear that they might see something they dont feel comfortable with...

Is Hodgdon powder difficult to find?

A: As you have seen, Hodgdon powders, especially rifle powders for long-range and precision shooting, can be difficult to find. Dealer shelves that were formerly filled with cans of powder now have empty spots. Here are answers to your questions straight from Hodgdon.

Is Hodgdon Powder still in business?

A: Yes, Hodgdon has been in business (and family owned) for over 70 years. We are here for the long haul and are doing everything we can to supply our powders to handloaders. Dealer shelves are empty because powder is purchased as soon as it arrives at the dealer’s stores but we will continue to ship more in 2020.

Will Hodgdon powder be in stock?

A: While Hodgdon will continue to ship powder as rapidly as possible, we have a significant backlog in demand. Some powders will be in stock more quickly, but we believe it will take much of 2020 to improve availability for all powders.

Does Hodgdon sell reloading powder?

Q: Is the shortage of reloading powder being caused by Hodgdon shipping their powder to the ammunition manufacturing companies? A: While Hodgdon does sell powder to ammunition manufacturing companies, more than 80% of our powder is sold to our core market – handloaders just like you.

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