Market Analytics & Insights

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Market Overview - Q3 2025

1,247

Active FFL Dealers Using Platform

↑ 23% from Q2
$47M

Total Purchase Volume Tracked

↑ 18% YoY
24

Major Distributors Monitored

+3 new partnerships
15.3%

Avg. Cost Savings Achieved

vs traditional sourcing

Pricing Trends Q3 2025

Handguns
↓ 2.1% $487 avg
Rifles
↑ 8.3% $742 avg
Ammunition (per 1000)
↑ 12.4% $324 avg
Optics/Accessories
↓ 0.7% $156 avg

* Based on aggregated data from 1,247 active dealers across 24 distributors

Top Performing Categories

Concealed Carry Handguns
Compact/Subcompact pistols
+34%
volume
Hunting Rifles
Bolt-action, seasonal spike
+28%
volume
Premium Optics
$500+ scopes & red dots
+22%
volume
Training Ammunition
9mm, .223, .308
+19%
volume

* Compared to Q3 2024 same period

Distributor Performance Analytics

Distributor Avg. Price Competitiveness Inventory Availability Order Processing Time Dealer Satisfaction
Sports South 87% 92% 1.2 days 4.6/5.0
Lipsey's 83% 89% 1.1 days 4.5/5.0
RSR Group 79% 95% 0.9 days 4.4/5.0
Davidsons 81% 88% 1.3 days 4.3/5.0

* Data based on anonymized dealer feedback and transaction analysis over past 90 days

Regional Price Variations

Northeast +8.2%

Above national average due to regulatory complexity

Southeast -3.1%

Below average with strong distributor presence

Midwest +1.4%

Near national average with stable pricing

West +5.7%

Higher logistics costs and state regulations

Seasonal Demand Patterns

Q4 (Oct-Dec) Peak Season

Hunting season + holiday sales drive 40% of annual volume

Q1 (Jan-Mar) High

Post-holiday restocking and early hunting prep

Q3 (Jul-Sep) Moderate

Pre-season preparation and back-to-school timing

Q2 (Apr-Jun) Low

Slowest period with spring activities focus

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data Collection

  • Direct API integration with 24 major distributors
  • Anonymized transaction data from 1,247 active dealers
  • Real-time inventory and pricing feeds updated hourly
  • Regional market data across all 50 states

Privacy & Security

  • All dealer data anonymized and encrypted
  • GDPR and CCPA compliant data handling
  • SOC 2 Type II security certification
  • Individual dealer consent for all data usage

Disclaimer: All analytics and insights are based on aggregated, anonymized market data. Individual results may vary based on business size, location, product mix, and market conditions. This data is provided for informational purposes and should be used in conjunction with your own business analysis and professional judgment.