I think the best deal going today in value for the shooter on a budget (95% of us) is the Fed 550rnd bulk 22lr box. I picked up 3 boxes of it the other night and the total was only about $32 out the door. I am not real sure why we have not seen a price increase in 22lr ammo yet but I can see that it is on its way very soon.
I think that the price of 22lr is going to go up at least $2 to $3 dollars a box or more this year. I figure that we will see at least that level increase just to the increased cost of shipping (high gas/diesel prices) not to mention the every increasing cost of lead, brass and copper that seems to have no end in sight.
I have a feeling very soon that we will look back and long for the day of $10 a box of 550rd 22lr.
From the info I have been reading over the last couple months, many money/market experts are saying that we are just starting the first phase/stage of a massive price increase in almost every item we need or use (ie. inflation). Food, Fuel and Clothing are often quoted as major areas of concern. It like the mid to late 1970's all over again some folks are saying.
I even read a quote from Jim Cramer on one finicial site the other day saying we are heading for $1000+ gold with in the year. I don't know what to think anymore, there is so much BS out there floating around, but one thing for sure I work more and more hours and my paycheck just seems to buy less and less every year.
Take Care, God Bless and keep your powder dry......Eric.... Elkmont Arms & Aerospace....Alabama