TriggerTech’s new special and diamond triggers for the Tikka T3 family allow you to upgrade your factory rifle experience and match the performance of their Rem 700 triggers. We put both new triggers on our TriggerScan and ran tests against our TriggerTech Rem700 triggers! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading […]
Armanov has four new upgrades for the Dillon XL650/XL750! Read on and watch the video to see them in 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, gunsmithing […]
Sierra Bullets made a big splash with the launch of their new 6mm 105-Grain MatchKing HPBT bullet this year, building on the success of their 107-grain SMK. We put this bullet to the test, both on the range and in the lab, with astounding results. Watch the full video and read on for the details! […]
Neck tension is a critical aspect of precision rifle cartridge reloading. Why does this matter? What effect does Redding’s precision mandrel have on virgin brass? Read and watch on to see what we found! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). […]
Alpha Munitions’ OCD technology has made it possible for us to run some absolutely extreme experiments, none of which you should try yourself. This time, we pushed Alpha Munitions 6mm ARC brass to the limit of the gun, blowing up an AR-15 in the process! Watch the full video and read on for more specifics. […]
Just when we thought WOOX stocks couldn’t get any more unique, they released the new High Grade Series! Sold as sets in Bravado, Gladiatore, and Supperleggera, the High Grade series features hand-oiled, matched sets of American Walnut chosen for their natural beauty – no two pieces are the same. (Save 10% at WOOX with code […]
We’ve been busy here at Ultimate Reloader! We are thrilled to share an industry preview of our latest endeavor — Rifle Builder PRO! Rifle Builder PRO will be a subscription-based, machining companion and digital reference library for Precision Rifle Gunsmiths, designed to empower them to perform better work in less time. Subscribers will also automatically join an online community […]
Today RCBS has announced the launch of the MatchMaster Precision Case Trimmer in collaboration with Henderson Precision! We were lucky to get our hands on it early — check it out! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). The content on […]
Electrochemical Machining (ECM) is a process poised to transform the way we think about and manufacture rifle barrels. In this video, I have an in-depth discussion with Carbon Six and McGowen Precision Barrels to learn more about the technology and what it means for gunsmiths. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by […]
I recently upgraded my PM-949TV milling machine to the Precision Matthews PM-949T-6EVS with power drawbar and I absolutely love it! In this video, I’ll walk through the arrival and setup of the mill, give a comprehensive overview, perform some machine demos, and share some special customizations I made to take it to the next level. […]
10mm semi-auto is expensive to shoot, but reloaders can save money with budget loads! In this video, we go over the 10mm Auto, common bullet weights, the best offerings from Berry’s Manufacturing, load data, economics, and more. Check it out! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching […]
Looking for a new single-stage? In this video, we will test the new Precision Press from Frankford Arsenal! 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, gunsmithing and other […]
Armanov has a full line of upgrades and accessories to optimize the Frankford Arsenal X-10 progressive press. We will take an in-depth look at each in this video! 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 […]
How do you find and properly use load data? I’ll walk you through how to utilize Hodgdon’s Online Reloading Data Center in this video. 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 […]
Introducing the BTi30, Bergara’s first suppressor! This 3-D-printed .30 caliber silencer is rated for up to a 16” 300 RUM and crafted from Grade 5 titanium. It indexes off the muzzle and comes with both a closed and vented end cap, allowing users to customize gas flow. Watch and read on to see it in […]
I’ve depended upon Precision Matthews equipment for years, starting with the PM-1440GT. This versatile piece of machinery does everything a precision gunsmith needs, but I had transitioned to using the PM-1440HVT-2 more often because it has variable speed. Today we set up the highly-anticipated PM-1440GT-VS — a classic Precision Matthews lathe I have loved for […]
