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A strange request I know!
A few years ago I was at a range and noticed a piece of grey plastic by the trash barrel. I was going to put in the drum but when I saw what it was I had to have a second look. It was a cartridge carrier from a box of Nosler factory ammunition. It's just a 5 round plastic carrier, grey in color, with Nosler written on a tab that stuck up from behind the rear of the cartridge bases. What I like about it is that the cartridges lock into it but are still fairly easy to remove with one hand. Because they lock into place they can NOT fall out and rattle in your pocket. I suppose that I still have a bit of boy scout in me and want to be prepared;so I carry a few more rounds than I should ever need.
Again, it is a 5 round plastic carrier from a box of Nosler factory ammunition. The individual cartridges lock in place and will only come out intentionally. It's grey in color and has Nosler written on the part that covers the bullet in the front. I contacted Nosler but discovered that they now use a 10 round flimsy plastic, generic holder just to keep them in the box. I would love to get a few more in both short and long action length. Presently I don't need any for magnum cartridges but that could change...
HELP me PLEASE!!!
Thanks for taking time to read this and help me locate these little gems. I will try to post a pic below.

Morning Goat
I don't have what you're asking for/about BUT I have a carrier that I LIKE and have used a number of years.

Uncle Mike's Sidekick



I usually carry it in my Coat Pocket instead of on a belt but that's an option.



Yes, it's a 10 rounder but you don't have to put all in it.
Those are 6mm Rem rounds and it will hold L A rounds. The holders are elastic so they will hold Mag cases too.

Now, I have some Federal RED ammo carriers (10) ct. but I don't use them. The ammo is exposed to dust, grit, whatever.
I like U M's because the rounds stay cleaner.

I know the above is not what you asked for but it's as close as I have and I like mine.

Good Luck

Jerry

Goat,
To Me, it's not a strange request at all!
I think it's crazy when hunters, shooters, don't have their ammo secure!
Especially Hunting, when being quiet is important pursuing game!

jwall, has some great suggestions, with his ammo carriers!
Uncle mike's, make's some great products!

I personally think, there's no one correct choice, as it's a personal thing, varying on your own style of hunting!
I like my ammo accessible, and my back up ammo, not far, depending on weather, and layered clothing!
Federal, made the same red plastic 10 rd. carriers, that would loop through your belt!
I used them a lot on our Rifle Hunts in P.A., generally, within a mile from hunt camp.
I hunted with, a .308 cal. rifle, a .375 cal. brush gun....etc......

Always had those holders!

It is a personal choice.

I bought a cloth/canvas one from cabelas a long time ago that uses a magnetic latch. Unfortunately it is wearing out and I have not been able to find a replacement

Velcro carriers are too loud for my tastes.

I also use buttstock ammo carriers if I need a higher comb on the rifle. I like them because with a full magazine and full buttstock I am good to go all day. If I can not get my critter with that many rounds, I should go home anyway.

I agree!
I do love the Butt stock Rifle cartridge elastic holder!
Learned the Hard Way yrs. ago, not to leave it in the gun, when not using it!
Marlin, .375, Walnut Stock!
Caught it just in time!
Yeah, Velcro can be noisy, and doesn't work good when it ages!
Great comments!

I use the plastic cartridge carriers from ammo boxes, typically from Federal ammunition. I carry them in my pocket, on my belt or on the strap of my hunting pack situation dependant. They have served me well, I also have one of the leather carriers that I use on occasion

I used the same case, and the same cartridge, love it. No muss no fuss! 😀😀

Yes Sir,

I don't open it TILL I need another round --> after killing, SO the velcro noise is a NON issue.

Jerry

I have been using those Uncle Mikes 10 rounders for a long time. They work, are cheap, and last forever.

For those who need fast access to backup rounds in the heat of the moment, like with a single shot, A leather wrist band that holds three cartridges is something to consider also.

A sincere question.
How many times do you open and close one
while hunting?

Jerry

ColeTac makes a nice one.

I used it last season. Really like it. Well made. Made in USA.
https://www.cole-tac.com/product/hunter-ammo-wallet/

IMO the orange is more red than orange. Serves the purpose either way.

Quiet is important to me. 37 years of bowhunting, it is ingrained into my psyche.

I have never had a velcro carrier screw anything up that I know of, but there is always a first.
I am the guy that goes through hunting apparel with my fingernails to test loudness of scraping. ie simulate branches, brush etc.
I am the guy who has a pair of oversize socks to slip over boots while stalking.
I am the guy who lubricates ground blind chairs and covers the synthetic materials with fleece or wool.

The velcro noise may be a non issue to some, but my preference is quiet, when given the choice.

I do not like open belt carriers either, as I have had cartridges slide , change position and even fall out.

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i think i have seen the one you are referring to and got mine in a norma 20 count box of ammo...never seen them sold by themselves

And if you are reloading, I'll assume the element of surprise is no longer.

That’s what I carry too. My thoughts are that if I just fired four or five shots and I need to reload, a little velcro riiiiiip isn’t going to spook anything. 😊

Take a look at this

https://triadtactical.com/triad-modular-stock-pack

https://triadtactical.com/triad-modular-accessory-strip/

Have a couple of those.

I got three of these. I like them. I plan to add a few more this year for different calibers.

Tourbon ammo wallets are pretty nice:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tourbon+ammo+wallet&crid=32FOSILY8SCPD&sprefix=tourbon+ammo+%2Caps%2C231&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_13

My wife gave me one of those a couple yrs ago. Instead of the elastic loops holding the cases, it has leather holders that were way too tight for either the 7x57 or 30-06. I never used it.