While everyone thinks about Cerakote spraying, the curing process is also essential to a quality Cerakote job. 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 information) […]
Category: Gunsmithing
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, […]
How to Cerakote a Rifle Scope
I’ve Cerakoted a number of rifles and parts on the channel — it’s time to customize an Athlon Midas TAC 5-25×56 rifle scope! 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, […]
Forster .300 WSM Reloading
Completing a rifle build is only part of the process. Next comes finding what load works best. In this video, I walk through the process I go through to load precision .300 WSM ammunition. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). […]
Custom .300 WSM Build A-Z
My first .300 WSM ever on the channel features a Pristine Action and Carbon Six in a WOOX Exactus stock with a Bix’n Andy TacSport X trigger from Bullet Central. Watch and read on to see it all come together! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching […]
SHOT Show 2025: NEW Rifles from Bergara & 7mm Backcountry
I’ve had a blast putting together a 6GT with Bergara’s new barreled actions and crafting a 7mm SAUM around a Bergara premier action. Bergara’s Collin Russell followed along for both and took some time to walk me through 2025’s new rifles! Don’t forget: use code UR15 to save 15% sitewide at Bergara! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader […]
Custom .22 Creedmoor Build A to Z
When I built my .22 Creedmoor on a Stiller Predator action, my goal was load development and precision. With that complete, it was time for a lighter rig featuring the Stiller Wombat! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). The content […]
Ultradyne Tikka T3x Laser+Cerakote Makeover Miami Vice Style!
Customization through Cerakote and laser imaging is one of my favorite projects. I recently gave my Tikka T3x in Ultradyne UD5 a complete visual overhaul—Miami Vice style. 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, […]
Precision Bandsaw: PM-712G
The Precision Matthews PM-712G bandsaw has been a staple in my shop for years, but I’ve never truly highlighted it on the channel. Today I’m showing it 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 […]
Samson: Foundation’s Fully Featured Competition Stock
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 […]
Precision Scope Mounting with Area 419
Scope mounting is a process vital to accuracy that many don’t pay as much attention to as they should. I joined Craig Arnzen at Area 419, a manufacturer of precision scope rings and mounts, to discuss their processes and best practices. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or […]
Budget Ultra Precision Lathe: Precision Matthews PM-1340GT
The Precision Matthews PM-1340GT has all the precision of a 1440 series lathe, but at approximately half the cost. 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 […]
Hawkins Hunter Mag Showcase
Hawkins Precision hunter DBM bottom metal and hunter mag are our preferred solutions for hunting rifles. It’s time to take a closer look at both of these products, which have been a part of nearly all of our builds! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video […]
Boyds Heritage Stock for Bergara Ridge Carbon Wilderness
My Bergara Ridge Carbon 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: […]
NEW: Foundation Gideon Lightweight Hunting Stock
We’re excited to give you the world’s first in-depth look at Foundation’s new lightweight hunting stock—Gideon. 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 information) is […]
Sig Cross Handguard & Barrel Swap from Odin Works (Step-by-Step)
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 […]



































































