10 Ammo Brands Gunsmiths Say You Should NEVER Buy!
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Published Oct 12, 2026, 2:00 PM · 2d ago
Ray on Firearms
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Description
This ammo could destroy your gun. In this video we break down 10 ammo brands gunsmiths say you should NEVER buy — the cheap, dirty, and downright dangerous ammunition that keeps landing on the repair bench. From filthy .22 LR that clogs your action to squib loads and overcharged rounds that can cause a catastrophic kaboom, these are the brands the people who actually fix guns keep warning shooters about.
We cover dirty steel-case ammo, rebranded mystery rounds, inconsistent seating depth, missing primer anvils, and the reloads you should never trust. Big names like Winchester, Remington, and Hornady make the list right alongside budget brands like Tula, Wolf, and Freedom Munitions. Whether you shoot 9mm, .223/5.56, or .22 LR, knowing which ammo to avoid can save your gun — and your hands.
⚠️ Watch before you buy your next box of ammo.
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CHAPTERS (adjust times to your final edit)
00:00 – Intro: The ammo that destroys guns
00:32 – Remington Thunderbolt.
01:53 – Tula.
03:11 – Wolf.
04:40 – Herter's.
06:02 – Winchester White Box.
07:26 – Ammo Inc.
08:15 – ZSR.
10:12 – Hornady Frontier.
11:41 – The Gun Show Reload.
12:59 – Freedom Munitions.
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- Oct 12, 2026, 2:00 PM
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- 15:18 (918 s)
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