Increased demand for ammo due to war, but more importantly a significant increase in demand for metals in general, most often blamed on China and to some extent India. And yes, transportation costs due to fuel increases. It all adds up.

Fortunately I have something like 14K rounds of a few common calibers stashed, most I paid was 18 cents/round. That way I can buy an M14 (like I just did) without stressing about .308 ammo costs. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Steve Carlson - 95 Trooper LS expo rig
Serenity now!