Tungsten Based Non-Toxic Prices Skyrocket

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24 June 2012, 05:23

drewhenrytnt

Tungsten Based Non-Toxic Prices Skyrocket

I knew of a few holdouts where I could load up on waterfowl ammo and feel blessed I was able to purchase what I did. Two weeks ago I ordered a case of 10ga Hevi-Shot. I decided to order another case and I find across the board the stuff has gone up an average of $2.00 PER SHELL! That case that cost $329 is now $529!

Was there an increase in the price of Tungsten that I missed? It appears all of the non-toxic shot on the market that uses Tungsten has drastically gone up in price.

27 June 2012, 16:35

p dog shooter

Thats why I went with the faster steel loads.

They work well.

28 June 2012, 19:37

Bernie P.

I hear a lot of good things about performance of the various HS loads but the price is just way to much.I'll gladly sacrifice some reach in favor of my wallet.

08 July 2012, 01:09

Gatogordo

Tungsten prices have been relatively stable the last year but are up about 10% in the last 6 months, with a range between $45 and $55/kg. Currently about $55/kg.

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09 July 2012, 03:34

Norseman

Do you reload?

09 July 2012, 08:09

drewhenrytnt

Metallic only right now. I have a PW 800 press, but it is for 12ga 2-3/4, lead only. Haven't used it in a few years.