Ever wonder how to get started in long range precision shooting? Today, we’re getting tips from F-Open champion Erik Cortina! 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 […]
Category: Rock Chuck Olympics
World Champion Pistol Tips: Become a Better Shooter with Nils Jonasson
Nils Jonasson is a talented competitive shooter for CANiK and the winner of the 2023 Rock Chuck Olympics! Want to improve your pistol shooting? Watch the video and read on! 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 […]
Flashbangs from Caldwell! (Awesome Target Hit Indicators)
A huge part of shooting steel is the resulting “ping.” Sometimes it’s hard to hear, especially when the targets are far away. Caldwell’s Flash Bang target hit indicators solve this problem, providing visual feedback for the shooter, spotter, and any spectators. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or […]
Through the Lens: The Rock Chuck Olympics with Longshot
While the competitors got the glory, it was the behind the scenes media crew who really made the Rock Chuck Olympics. A huge part of the action was captured with Longshot LR-3 cameras and gave us a way to review shot footage to ensure accuracy! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by […]
NEW: ATN X-Sight 5 LRF 5-25x
ATN’s offerings are quite different from the traditional optic. They have a number of features and capabilities like custom reticles and recoil-activated video recording that set them apart. We’ve been using the ATN X-Sight 4K Pro on an AR for a number of years, but are taking our first look at the ATN X-Sight 5 […]
5 Ways to Get on Target with Piet Malan
Piet Malan of Impact Shooting had quite the performance at the 2023 Rock Chuck Olympics. I took some time during the event to ask him about ways to get on and stay on target. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). […]
Alpha Munitions Legacy Reamers
I’ve built several rifles using Alpha Munitions legacy reamers. Alpha Munitions is a USA-based company focused on perfection, and their reamers are no exception. 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 […]
7 Shots 7 Kills: Hunting South Africa Part 1-of-3
One of the wonderful things about shooting, hunting, and the outdoors is that it can connect you to a network of friends you’d otherwise never meet. I met Piet Malan of Impact Shooting at the SHOT Show several years ago, and despite being 10,000 miles apart, we’ve maintained a close friendship. He came to the […]
Rock Chuck Olympics E9: Winner and Awards Ceremony
With all shooting complete, it’s time to announce the winner of the 2023 Rock Chuck Olympics! 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 […]
Rock Chuck Olympics E8: Rock Chuck PRS
Several of our competitors have considerable experience in PRS including Piet Malan and Erik Cortina. This final stage of the Rock Chuck Olympics gave them their best shots at the title. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). The content on […]
2023 Rock Chuck Olympics Episode 7: Rifle ELR
After taking the Canik Rival-S long distance, it was time for our RCO competitors to take on Harold the evil rock chuck during our rifle ELR stage. 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, […]
2023 Rock Chuck Olympics Episode 5: Pistol ELR
Stage 3, Pistol ELR, was designed to be challenging for everyone. You hear about long pistol shots, but most have never attempted them. This stage put competitors on the spot. 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 […]
Rock Chuck Olympics E4: Pistol Run-N-Gun
Stage two, Pistol Run N’ Gun depended largely on speed and was aimed at world champion Nils Jonasson. 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 […]
2023 Rock Chuck Olympics Episode 3: Hidden Rock Chucks
Each stage of the Rock Chuck Olympics was designed to be fun and challenging, but also cater to the strengths of one or more of the competitors. Stage one, Hidden Rock Chucks, was designed with our hunters in mind, Who-Tee-Who and Backfire. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article […]
2023 Rock Chuck Olympics E2: Training & Sight In
Day one of the Rock Chuck Olympics began with training and sight-in as each competitor readied themselves for the competition. 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 […]
2023 Rock Chuck Olympics Episode 1: Kick Off & Meet the Competitors
You’ve seen the trailer, but today we’re officially kicking off episode one of the 2023 Rock Chuck Olympics. Meet our five world-class competitors and watch to join the experience. 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 […]
