Author: Gavin

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Reinventing the Muzzle Brake

Botnia Solutions has quickly made a name for themselves, offering some of the best brakes currently available. I had the opportunity to speak with Tobias Lindren, founder of Botnia Solutions, about how Botnia came to be and the technology built into their brakes. Watch the full interview to learn how Tobias designed this line of […]

Upgrade! TriggerTech ACE Trigger System for GLOCK Pistols

I am a huge GLOCK fan. The grip angle is just right for me and they always run. One of the great things about GLOCK pistols is the sheer volume of aftermarket options to make them your own. This time, I’m upgrading my GLOCK with the Certified Special ACE Trigger System from TriggerTech and will […]

NEW TriggerTech Tikka Triggers

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 […]

Tune Your XL650/XL750: New Upgrades from Armanov

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 […]

TESTED: Sierra 6mm 105-Grain MatchKing (Exceptional Results!)

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!  […]

Redding Mandrels vs. No Mandrels: The Data Doesn’t Lie!

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). […]

(Do NOT Do This) Alpha Munitions 6mm ARC High Pressure Test

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.  […]

NEW: High Grade Stocks from WOOX (Bravado Lever Gun Upgrade)

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 […]

New from AOB at SHOT Show 2026

Each year, we visit our partners at the SHOT Show to see what’s new and exciting for the coming year. In this video, our friends from Caldwell, Frankford Arsenal, Tipton, and Wheeler took some time to tell us what’s new!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching […]

TESTED: Frankford Arsenal Precision Turret Press

Following our test of the Frankford Arsenal Precision Single-Stage Press, we took a look at the Precision Turret Press!  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 […]

Announcing Rifle Builder PRO (SHOT Show 2026)

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 […]

NEW RCBS MatchMaster Precision Case Trimmer (SHOT Show 2026)

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 […]

ECM Rifling: Discussion with Carbon Six/McGowen (In-Depth)

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 […]

TESTED: Frankford Arsenal Intellidropper 2.0

The Intellidropper 2.0 contains all of the same  features as the original Intellidropper, including Bluetooth and powder calibration, but with a new motor, screen and user-interface! I first spoke with Frankford Arsenal engineer Mike Lindsay at the 2025 SHOT Show about this tool, but this is my first time trying it for myself!  Disclaimer Ultimate […]

New Mill Overview: Precision Matthews PM-949T-6EVS In-Depth

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.  […]

Best Bang For Your Buck: 10mm Auto with Berry’s

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 […]

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