Possible, but unlikely as the prices had taken these increases before anyone really knew who Obama was--with the exception of the Chicago maufia and known terrorists of course...

Think it is simply, Federal felt as though individuals that purchase doubles and travel to Africa are willing to throw big money after a box of ammo..probably think the average "executive" either doesn't have the knowledge, time, or both to roll their own..therefore will have to buy at the ridiculous high prices...

As to how many they sold--no idea, but as stated, apparently Hornady feels it is enough to be worth the effort of tooling up to do so...and at HALF THE PRICE...good for them...hope they take over the market...

Ripp