If you’re looking for an affordable and portable way to sharpen your rimfire shooting skills, the Caldwell KYL Rimfire Challenge Set might be exactly what you need. In this video, we unbox, assemble, and test Caldwell’s lightweight AR500 steel KYL target system to see how it performs in the field. With tool-free assembly, compact portability, […]
Author: John Masek
Lightweight Beast: Bergara PREMIER CIMA PRO 300 PRC
The Bergara CIMA Pro is designed to be the ultimate lightweight hunting rifle, but how does it actually perform? Gavin pushed me out of my comfort zone, tasking me with testing the top-of-the-line Bergara PREMIER CIMA PRO. This 5.6 lb. rifle has a CURE carbon fiber barrel, TriggerTech trigger, lightweight carbon stock, and sub-MOA accuracy […]
Progressive vs. Single-Stage: The Truth at 600 Yards
While progressive reloading is faster, many shooters have wondered if they are trading accuracy for speed. In this video, I run a direct test at 600 yards, comparing ammunition loaded on my Short Action Customs single-stage to ammunition loaded on my Dillon 550. Watch and read on for the results! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / […]
TESTED: Hornady 25 Creedmoor Factory Ammo
The 25 Creedmoor is quickly gaining traction as a do-it-all cartridge—offering the low recoil of a 6mm with the impact and versatility of a 6.5. We’ve done some testing with handloads —with excellent results —but what about factory ammo? I recently tested a range of new Hornady factory ammo to see how it performs across […]
Shooting Bags from Creedmoor Sports: The Soup Can & Freezer Bag
Having the right support bag is critical. Whether you’re in the field hunting, shooting a PRS match, or just at the range trying to shoot some groups, Creedmoor Sports has a wide range of bags available. In this video, I test two of the most popular options: the Soup Can Rest and Freezer Bag. As […]
NEW from Hornady: The Lock-N-Load Classic Pro Press
Hornady has long been known for their great selection of presses. The original Classic Press has led that line, but now… Hornady has released the Classic Pro Single-Stage Press! This release brings some upgraded features that we’ll unpack in this video. Check it out! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading […]
TESTED: NEW 6GT Brass from Lapua
Lapua brass has been synonymous with winning for years. I’ve had great success with it as have many world-renowned shooters. When Gavin presented me the opportunity to try one of Lapua’s newest brass offerings, 6mm GT, I couldn’t resist trying it for myself. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this […]
TESTED: NEW Hornady AEROMATCH Bullets
As a competitor, I am always looking for an edge on the range. In this video, I test Hornady’s new AEROMATCH bullets, covering specs, collecting lab data, and recording accuracy results of the 6mm 105-grain AEROMATCH. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these […]
Annealing Torture Test: Does Annealing Multiple Times Matter?
If you anneal brass, you are bound to encounter a piece of brass that you just aren’t sure about. How many times has it been annealed? What effect could this have on performance? In this video, I torture test brass with Annealing Made Perfect’s AMP Mark II DB and analyze the results. Watch and read […]
Precision Case Preparation: What’s the Secret?
There is much more to brass prep than decapping and sizing when you’re looking for the utmost precision. In this video, I’ll outline the steps I take to prepare my cases with a variety of Lyman equipment and share the one process I believe makes all the difference. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with […]
Reloading at the Range with RCBS
Are you tired of making trips back and forth to the range to test different loads? If you’ve ever been at the range looking for the optimal powder charge or seating depth and realized you haven’t found what you needed but were out of hand loads, this video might be for you. In this video, […]
Reloading Bench Overhaul
Do you spend more time looking for tools and making bench space to work than actually reloading? I’ve recently solved this issue with a variety of tools from InLine Fabrication. You too can get your time back! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you […]
Wildcat Loading: Off the Shelf Without Custom Dies
When people think of “wildcatting,” they think of custom dies and expensive setups. Did you know it doesn’t have to be that way? I’ll show you how to load a wildcat cartridge with an RCBS Rockchucker and dies! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content […]
Next Level Dillon 550 Setup: Loading 7PRCW Competition Ammo
When it comes to loading precision rifle ammo, most people don’t immediately think of a progressive press. But with the right setup and careful attention to detail, the Dillon 550 can produce extremely consistent and accurate ammunition. In this article, I’ll take you through my process for loading precision rounds on the Dillon 550, sharing […]
Teaching Gavin F-Class
We’d talked at length about F-Class and Gavin had even built his own 7 PRCW competition rifle. It was time to get Gavin out on the range. 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, […]
Longshot Hawk vs. MagView
If you use a spotting scope, you understand the value it can add to a range session or competition. Out of the box, spotting scopes are a one-person tool – how would you love to share what you’re seeing with the people around you and preserve the footage for later review? Today I’m comparing two […]



































































