Time for another weekly update! This time you have a chance to win a Hornady Lock-N-Load powder measure and stand! Last Week’s Winner: Steve Rowe The question last week was: what are you look for from the NRA? What do you like, what don’t you like. The winner from last week’s challenge is Steve Rowe […]
Tag: Reloading Press
Tested: Storm Lake 1911 Drop-In Barrel (Suppressor Ready)
As I look forward to getting possession of my SilencerCo Osprey 45- I’m particularly interested in shooting a BUNCH of 45 AP. 45 ACP is subsonic, and is therefore an ideal cartridge to shoot suppressed due to how quiet it can be. I do have a 1911 (Taurus PT-1911), but it came from the factory […]
Tricking out the MEC 100E ATA Target Thrower
Every time I pull out the MEC 100E ATA to shoot clays I think to myself: “I’ve got to do this more often!”. And now that I’ve gotten the 100E ATA all tricked-out and fine tuned, I can do that a lot more easily! Let me share with you the upgrades that I’ve performed, and […]
Win a Lyman Case Dryer + UFO Press Light: UR Weekly Update
Weekly update time! Lots of great things going on (Spring!). I’ve been busy- got a wild Turkey, made Turkey tacos, have finished my new pistol testing bay and LOTS more! Let’s get to it! Last Week’s Winner: Congratulations Lucas Shutt Lucas submitted a great story on Facebook about why he things everyone needs a 223! […]
Caldwell G2 Bluetooth Chronograph: Unboxing, Setup, Shooting
A chronograph is an essential piece of gear for any serious shooter or reloader. Without a chronograph, you’ll never know exactly what kind of performance you’re getting, it will be near impossible to hit targets at extreme ranges, and you’ll be “stabbing in the dark” when developing loads. I recently added a “pistol testing bay” […]
224 Valkyrie Laser Beam: Berger 80.5 Grain Load
With a 22 caliber high-power rifle like 223 Remington, you’ll start running out of steam beyond about 500 yards using conventional factory ammunition. Traditional 50 grain 22 caliber bullets just don’t have the momentum or aerodynamics (Ballistic Coefficient) to penetrate the wind much further than that with predictability. That’s really where cartridges like 224 Valkyrie […]
Best Deals on UFO Press Lights! 25-30% off Select Models (limited time)
Hey everyone! Just a quick note that KMS Squared is having a big Inventory Reduction Sale! These are the lights that you see on features right here on Ultimate Reloader. If you want to take advantage of this deal, just click here. Don’t miss out on Ultimate Reloader updates, make sure you’re subscribed! Thanks, Gavin
UR Weekly Update: Win 250pcs Starline 223 Brass
Hello everyone! Time for another weekly update, this time with a chance to win 250 pieces of Starline 223 Brass! (who couldn’t use that? 🙂 ). Last Week’s Winner: Inline Fabrication Ultramount The challenge last week was to share which press you’d buy based on the 14 press shootout that I recently published. We had […]
Match -vs- Bulk Pistol Ammo: Does it Make a Difference?
Flying blind. That’s a fair description of my pistol accuracy evaluation until this point. Here’s some things I have thought more than once: Is my handgun sighted in? I think so. Is my handgun grouping well? Either it isn’t, or I’m having a bad day, not sure. All that has changed in the last couple […]
UR Weekly Update: Win an Ultramount from Inline Fabrication
In case you missed it, I’ve been super-busy in the last couple months putting together my crazy 14 single stage reloading press shootout. It feels good to be done with that project, and on to the next big stories (lots coming up). So this week I wanted to give you all a challenge based on […]
Fourteen Reloading Presses Compared: Single-Stage Shootout
All pictures, data, and content copyright 2019 Ultimate Reloader. Please ask permission before using. You could say this story is the culmination of the twelve years I’ve been working on Ultimate Reloader stories. It all started with the desire to share information about reloading presses, and it kind of got out of hand at some […]
UR Weekly Update: Win a Set of Hornady Dies and an iGaging QuickCheck
Hello everyone, hope you are having a great week! I definately am- Spring is in the air, and I’m getting ready for a great PRS match this weekend. I’ve also finished preparations for my 14 single-stage reloading press comparison story, and am in the process of collecting data at this point. There have been some […]
NEW! Frankford Arsenal Intellidropper: Unboxing, Setup, Overview
Frankford Arsenal has been releasing a LOT of great products that have captured quite a bit of attention lately! Recently I posted a story covering the new Frankford Arsenal M-Press, and in this post I’ll cover another new product Frankford Arsenal product that’s really innovative. This new product takes powder dispensing to a new level- […]
Inline Fabrication Sidebin System
Two of my most important goals when reloading are efficiency and enjoyment. And to accomplish these goals when reloading, it’s imperative to have your reloading press and bench properly equipped and setup. Until recently I have struggled to find the right configuration for my RCBS Pro Chucker 5 and Pro Chucker 7 reloading presses. They […]
UR Weekly Update: Win a Lyman Case Trim Express!
WOW! Spring weather is here, and lots is happening up at the Ultimate Reloader outpost! Lots of cool stories in the works, and having fun putting things together. Check out this week’s update! Last Week’s Winner (250 pcs Starline Rifle Brass) Congrats to Sid Dunn! He won last week’s challenge. Here’s Sid’s story: This is […]
Lyman Case Trim Express: Unboxing, Overview, Brass Trimming
When I saw the Lyman Case Trim Express at the 2019 SHOT Show, I knew I needed to show this new tool on Ultimate Reloader! Well now is the time to get “up close and personal” with this new case trimmer! I’ve been surprised at how much interest there is in this tool, and I’m […]
UR Weekly Update: Win 250pcs Starline Rifle Brass, Ultramount Winner, Content Updates
What a week it’s been! I’ve published a couple fun stories: The Lyman Brass Smith Powder Measure Overview, and the Super-In-Depth Precision Matthews PM-1440GT Metal Lathe Overview on http://makingwithmetal.com. Here’s this week’s update! Last Week’s Winner: Charles Morris! Charles Morris shared the best “tip that every reloader needs to know” and has won an Inline […]
NEW! Lyman Brass Smith Powder Measure and Stand
One of the things I was intrigued by at the SHOT Show this year was the new powder measure and powder measure stand from Lyman (Brass Smith). Lyman Engineer Spencer Karoll gave me the “brief” on the features for these products at the SHOT Show, and at that point, I couldn’t wait to get my […]
Weekly Update: Win an Ultramount, Mystery Press, Share Your Reloading Tips!
Hello everyone! What a great week this has been… New Wilson brass gauges, Athalon Midas TAC APRS3 scope review, and tons of progress on my upcoming single stage side-by-side video! Here’s my weekly update: Congrats Abby Crandall: Last Week’s Winner Last week the challenge was to share what you’re doing to preserve 2A rights, and […]
TESTED: Athlon Midas TAC APRS3 FFP Riflescope
This last year, I have been using an loving my Athlon Midas TAC 6-24x50mm FFP riflescope (see my original story HERE). In the first story, I gave an in-depth overview of the Athlon Midas TAC 6-24x50mm scope including unboxing, overview, setup, through-the-scope views, sight-in, and initial impressions. Since then I’ve been using this scope a […]
New L.E. Wilson Gauges: Brass Update and Minimum Dimension Gauges
L.E. Wilson has been making case gauges longer than anyone- since 1936! So when there’s an update from Wilson related to gauges, that’s NEWS! L.E. Wilson has made a couple updates to the case gauge lineup that I’ll cover in this article. First, gauges are now offered in a new material: brass. This is great […]
Weekly Update: Win Hornady Pistol Dies and iGaging Calipers
I have been flat-out busy this week getting ready for some killer content here on Ultimate Reloader! A big part of this time investment has been to arrange details and implement test systems for the “14 single stage press shootout” that will now be moved to March 2019. Sorry- was hoping to have published in […]
SilencerCo Hybrid: Overview and Setup
A suppressor is a very valuable “tool” for your firearms. But it’s REALLY REALLY expensive and difficult to obtain a suppressor in the USA. First you have the tax stamp ($200), the cost of the suppressor and accessories, and then you have up to a year wait (or even more). With all of the hassle […]
UR Weekly Update: Win a Lyman Cyclone Tumbler and KMS Squared Press Light, and more!
Wow, what a week this has been! More snow in one week than I can remember, fun with SilencerCo, a new microscope for the shop, and lots more. Lot to share this week, and an exciting giveaway! Last Week’s Winner: Valentines Challenge We had some GREAT stories from last week’s Valentines/Shooting Date challenge. Inspiring stories, […]
iGaging 400x WiFi Microscope: Unboxing, Overview, Demo
For a long time I’ve wanted a microscope in the shop. A microscope can tell some “interesting stories” that you can’t really understand any other way. From examining tool edges, to machining finishes, to inspecting granules of gunpowder, this is a must-have tool for me! In this article I’ll give a complete overview of the […]
