We’re thrilled to share an in-depth look at Area 419’s latest innovation: the S-Series sizing die. During a recent visit to Area 419, I had the opportunity to explore this cutting-edge product alongside Craig Arnzen, diving into its specs, features, and real-world performance. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this […]
I’ve always known that load development matters, but I recently had a fundamental change in my load development philosophy. I’m going to show this with concrete results as I load precision 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition on the Area 419 ZERO press with Triebel dies from Creedmoor Sports. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: […]
Featuring more weight and buttstock adjustments, Samson is the latest addition to Foundation Stocks’ competition line. This stock has a completely different vibe than other Foundation micarta stocks – watch and read on to see the rifle I built to match! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or […]
Hornady’s ELD-VT, new for 2024, has a heat shield tip, AMP jacket, and unique weight to length. It is designed for varmint hunting with rapid fragmentation and precision performance. 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 […]
My Bergara Carbon Ridge Wilderness was a good, dependable, accurate, and reasonably lightweight rifle from the start, but I wanted something more. The factory synthetic stock is useful and compact, but I desired a higher comb and more traditional-looking rifle stock. Boyds’ Heritage fit the bill! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: […]
Berry’s makes a pair of related, but separate shooting rests for varied shooting situations. One is intended for use atop a permanent bench or table. The other is a stand alone portable bench. So why might someone want a portable shooting rest? Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article […]
The MgMicro Lite is one of the new guns I had an opportunity to shoot at Bergara’s Long Range Academy. With one in hand, I’m putting it through the paces at the Ultimate Reloader Ranch and consulting with Ray Helms, X-RING on YouTube, who also attended the academy with me. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / […]
I recently showed a variety of ODIN Works upgrades to the SIG SAUER Cross rifle, including three different barrel swaps. I wanted to make another video to fully detail the handguard installation and barrel change process. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept […]
Actions lie at the heart of a rifle, but sometimes they get the least attention. Bruce Thom, owner and founder of BAT Machine, recently joined me to discuss the development of the BAT Hammerhead action in collaboration with Unknown Munitions! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching […]
