One of the most effective way to enhance the operation of your reloading press is to make sure it is mounted rock solid. By rock solid I mean- if you could, weld it to the deck of an aircraft carrier (peraps that’s not practical… 🙂 ). Over the last couple of years, I’ve had quite […]
Not sure what it is, but I really like blued revolvers. Stainless is much more practical in some ways, but finely crafted curved blue steel is just a thing of beauty! The revolver pictured below makes me think I’m a detective from 1932. There’s something about holding it that makes me want to put on […]
Any time you go to choose reloading components, you have to ask yourself- with all of the choices out there, which product is right for this application? When you’re selecting a pistol powder, here are a few things to consider: Caliber, barrel length, power level, bullet weight Metering capabilities Load data Safety and case capacity […]
I recently got this question from a reader (recoilamrs) regarding loading 45ACP on the Hornady Lock-N-Load: Hi! This is killing me I swear!! No matter what I do I can’t reload 45 auto that fits into my XD45. It doesn’t look like new ammo and it always seems to bend the case wall. I don’t […]
I hear a lot of people online asking the question: “When should I buy reloading equipment, and how long will it take to pay for itself?” Usually the equation goes something like this: Equipment Cost = ((factory box ammo cost) – (reloaded box ammo cost)) * X Solving for X: X = (Equipment Cost ) […]
In this video you’ll see the process of loading 45 ACP on the RCBS Pro 2000 progressive with the new RCBS bullet feeder attachment. This attachment greatly increases the speed of loading on the RCBS Pro 2000, and is fun to use Thanks, Gavin
Looking back at the last year, it’s been exciting to try out all types of new equipment, and to reach my goal (for 2009) of having videos posted for all 4 “5 Station” progressive reloading presses currently on the market. It all started with the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Progressive, I then added the Dillon XL-650, […]
Hornady has always had a pretty good website, but if you browse www.hornady.com, you’ll notice a completely new layout, and additional media (video intros, etc). Overall, the new website is cleaner, more streamlined, and is easier to browse. Sample screenshot: If you want to go straight to the reloading section, follow this link: http://www.hornady.com/reloading Thanks- […]
Hello all, I’ve decided to start a running blogroll where you can stay up to date with all of the latest reloading news, humor, and other information that I decide to throw up here on www.ultimatereloader.com. I hope that you will find these blog posts both entertaining, and informative! If you would like to stay […]
