Ammunition
Measured sourcing for responsible ownership.
Training ammunition and defensive loads serve different purposes. Range brass builds discipline and muscle memory. Defensive ammunition is chosen carefully, tested, and rotated regularly.
This page connects you to vetted suppliers for bulk purchasing and caliber-specific inventory. Phoenix Creek Supply does not sell or ship ammunition—we provide sourcing guidance for responsible owners who train consistently.
Why This Page Exists
This is a sourcing guide. Phoenix Creek Supply does not sell, ship, or handle ammunition. We connect readers to trusted national suppliers with consistent inventory and reliable fulfillment.
If you train regularly, you need volume. If you carry, you need confidence in your defensive load. This page addresses both.
Caliber Quick Reference
9mm
The most common defensive and training caliber in the United States. Widely available, affordable for volume training, and suitable for concealed carry and duty use.
- Training / Range: 115gr or 124gr FMJ in bulk cases
- Defensive: 124gr or 147gr JHP from proven manufacturers
- Bulk case purchasing reduces cost per round
.223 / 5.56
Standard rifle caliber for AR-15 platforms. Training loads are plentiful. Defensive and duty loads require selection based on barrel length and application.
- Training / Range: 55gr FMJ in bulk
- Defensive: 55gr–77gr bonded or barrier-blind loads
- Check chamber specs before mixing .223 and 5.56
12 Gauge
Shotgun shells for training, hunting, and home defense. Load selection depends on choke, barrel length, and intended use.
- Training / Range: Target loads (7.5 or 8 shot)
- Defensive: 00 buckshot or low-recoil tactical loads
- Store defensive shells separately from range ammunition
10mm
High-velocity defensive caliber with substantial recoil. Popular for backcountry carry and large-frame pistols. Availability varies regionally.
- Training / Range: 180gr FMJ or reduced-power loads
- Defensive: Full-power 180gr or 200gr JHP
- Check supplier inventory regularly—not always in stock
7.62x39
Standard caliber for AK-pattern rifles. Training ammunition is typically imported and steel-cased. Defensive loads are less common but available.
- Training / Range: 123gr FMJ, steel-cased bulk options
- Defensive: 123gr soft-point or expanding loads
- Bulk purchasing is the norm for this caliber
Trusted Supplier
Ammunition Depot
Bulk range ammunition and defensive loads from a national supplier. Consistent inventory, case pricing, and free shipping on qualifying orders.
Browse Inventory →Storage & Discipline
Store ammunition securely, in a cool and dry location, away from unauthorized access.
Know local and federal regulations governing ammunition purchase, storage, and transport.
Train regularly with range ammunition. Rotate defensive ammunition annually or after exposure to extreme conditions.
Consistency in training builds competence. Discipline in storage ensures safety.
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