It’s hard to believe we’re already at “Part 11” on the Ruger Precision Rifle series, but there’s so much to cover, and I’m having a ton of fun bringing these stories to you all. This time, we’ll talk about precision reloads end-to-end for the Ruger Precision Rifle in .243 Winchester. Here’s the walk-through video: Hopefully […]
Ruger Precision Rifle: Fire Forming .243 Winchester Brass
If you want maximum precision out of your rifle, a combination of fire-forming and handloading is a great way to achieve that goal. When you fire a cartridge in a rifle, the brass expands to the exact profile of the chamber its being fired in. This is why sizing is necessary as a part of […]
Ruger Precision Rifle: Vortex Viper 6-24×50 Riflescope Discussion with the 6.5 Guys
The Ruger Precision Rifle is a great rifle platform. I’ve had some great groups right out of the box, and have had no problems staying on target at ranges of 1000 yards and beyond. To me, the Ruger Precision Rifle is an “easy buy” for the new competitive shooter or practical field shooter. But what […]
Ruger Precision Rifle: Shooting 6.5 Creedmoor Suppressed
The Ruger Precision Rifle has become one of the most highly sought after firearms of 2015 and 2016. A big part of this soaring popularity is the fact that these rifles come standard with many features that today’s rifle shooter has come to want or even expect in a new rifle. One of these features […]
Ruger Precision Rifle: Loading 6.5 Creedmoor with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Iron
It’s time to take the reloading for the Ruger Precision Rifle to the next level! I’ve been loading ammunition “factory style” (new brass) on the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP 5-station progressive, and now it’s time to go single-stage. I’ve already gotten GREAT results- with groups in the sub-3/4″ range (a first-group-of-the-day 5-shot group measured just over […]
Ruger Precision Rifle Part 6: Progressive Loading 6.5 Creedmoor
My journey with the Ruger Precision Rifle has been exciting, but we’ve only just begun the part of this story where things get really interesting. My initial loads (no development) have yielded some great results in the Ruger Precision Rifle: a 0.626″ 5-shot group with 6.5 Creedmoor, and a 0.341″ 5-shot group with .243: (click to […]
Ruger Precision Rifle Part 5: 6.5 Creedmoor Load Prep
It’s been fun getting to know the Ruger Precision Rifle platform. It’s a precision shooting instrument, but you can only get maximum precision if you reload for your rifle. There are so many variables specific to each instance of each specific rifle that can affect the precision of the ammunition you shoot. Some of these […]
Ruger Precision Rifle Part 4: First 100 Yard Groups and Deer Hunting
When it came time to go deer hunting this year, I didn’t have to think long before deciding to take the Ruger Precision Rifle rather than my light-weight 30-06. Yes, this rifle is heavier, but I was curious to find out if it was something I could hike all day with. It actually took me […]
Ruger Precision Rifle Part 3: Range Day 1 Recap and Fireside Chat with the 6.5 Guys
In my last post, I took you all to the range to try out two Ruger Precision Rifles at both 600 yards range, and at 1000 yards range. A great day, and great performance for these two rifles. In this post, I want to invite you to enjoy a new experience on Ultimate Reloader: the […]
Ruger Precision Rifle Part 2: 600 yard and 1000 yard Range Day with the 6.5 Guys
In my last post, I walked through the unboxing, overview, setup, and sight in of the Ruger Precision Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor. With only a quick 100-yard sighting completed, I was off to the range the next morning with Jim Findlay and the 6.5 Guys: Ed Mobley and Steve Lawrence. Sure, I had fired a […]
Ruger Precision Rifle Part 1: Unboxing, Overview, Setup, Sight-In
I’m very excited to kick off a new content series that will feature the Ruger Precision Rifle, 6.5 Creedmoor and 243 Winchester cartridges, as well as in-depth reloading and shooting coverage. The Ruger Precision Rifle will serve as the platform I’ll use to push my long-range shooting skills to the next level (or two, or […]
1/250: Custom Ruger 6mm ARC (WOOX Merica 250th Upgrade)
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. In commemoration, WOOX has created a special-edition Merica America 250 stock—with only 250 made! We have number 6 to upgrade a 6mm ARC Ruger American Gen II and test with multiple factory loads, muzzle devices, suppressors, and 108-grain Hornady ELD-M handloads. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / […]
Traditional 25 Creedmoor Hunting Rifle with Lightweight WOOX Elegante
The all-new WOOX Elegante brings together timeless craftsmanship and modern precision. In this video, I pair my custom 25 Creedmoor hunting rifle with WOOX’s newest walnut stock, featuring a full-aluminum mini chassis, premium hand-oiled walnut, M-LOK compatibility, and detachable magazine support. Follow along as we install the stock, head to the range, and see how […]
Budget Rifle to Precision Rig: Savage 110 with Ultradyne Picatinny Chassis
The Savage 110 is a great platform, but our 6.5 Creedmoor was ready for a new look. I transformed a factory rifle into a compact, rigid, precision-ready field rifle with an Ultradyne Picatinny chassis system, complete with a custom digital camo Cerakote finish. From blasting and spraying to final assembly and shooting, watch the entire […]
NEW Ultradyne Picatinny Chassis + Ruger American 223
Ultradyne just launched their next generation chassis! We cover the new UD6 Picatinny Chassis end-to-end and add a Gen 2 buttstock to upgrade a Ruger American 223 bolt action. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). The content on this website […]
Ultradyne UD-5 Ruger American Build A-Z
Looking to upgrade your Ruger American? Ultradyne now offers a version of their versatile UD chassis compatible with this popular bolt-action! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). The content on this website (including videos, articles, ammunition reloading data, technical articles, […]



































































