The all new 338 Cartridge from Hornady offers more – more versatility, more efficiency, and more downrange energy compared to alternatives like 300 BLK. Let’s look at this cartridge, and put it to the test! How will it stack up against what it promises? Check it out in this story! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / […]
I recently completed my 22 ARC Build and showed progressive reloading for the cartridge on the Dillon XL-750. I took some time at the 2024 SHOT Show to speak with Hornady’s Seth Swerczek about Hornady’s 22 ARC and new ELD-VT bullet. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or […]
If you’ve been curious about the all-new 6mm ARC cartridge, you’re in the right place! I’ve been having a great time getting hands-on with this new cartridge: both with my own handloads, and with factory ammunition. In this article I’ll give you an in-depth look at CMMG’s new Endeavor 300-series AR-15 chambered in 6mm ARC! […]
Have you always wanted a high-end AR? Are you wanting a 6.5 Grendel long-range rifle? This could be your opportunity to own one! CMMG is giving away a Resolute 300-Series mid-size AR chambered in 6.5 Grendel, it could not be easier to enter the sweepstakes (Enter to win at cmmginc.com before May 10, 2020)! CMMG […]
When I saw the KS-47 Pistol from Palmetto State Armory, I thought to myself “now that looks fun!”. After some hands-on time with this 7.62x29mm pistol, I can say it’s a lot more than just fun! In this article I’ll give an overview of the KS-47 platform, give a guided tour of the 8.5″ pistol […]
Hello everyone- lots to talk about related to rifle builds and related projects! I wanted to provide a roll-up summary and update related to all of the builds/projects I’m working on, and some very cool training that I’ll be taking with Gordy Gritters in December 2019! Gordy Gritters’ One Week Precision Rifle Building Class If […]
I can recall thinking to myself about 10 years ago: I like this AR-15 [I was shooting at the time], but it would be interesting to see what it would take to make a bolt-action AR-15 and AR-10 platform. I didn’t linger too long on the subject, and years later I recall seeing something that […]
Earlier this year Hornady announced the biggest update to their bullet lineup in a long time: A-Tip. This new bullet technology from Hornady promises more consistency from bullet to bullet, enhanced performance, and accuracy at extreme ranges. When I watched the announcement video, I knew I had to try these bullets out myself to see […]
Ever since I tried 6.5 Grendel, I’ve wanted to get hands-on with it here on Ultimate Reloader, and NOW is that time! In this article, I’ll give an in-depth overview of my new AR: the CMMG 300-series Resolute mid-size AR chambered in 6.5 Grendel. 6.5 Grendel is a fascinating cartridge, and the CMMG 6.5 Grendel […]
As you all know, I shoot a LOT of Starline brass! And this year while at the SHOT Show, I had the opportunity to talk brass with Starline’s Hunter Pilant! As I mentioned, I’ll have a lot of cool stories this year featuring Starline brass including 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Grendel, 7.62x39mm, and more! So please […]
If you are a fan of Redding Reloading Equipment products as I am, you’re going to be excited when you read this post! Through some patient persistence, I was able to get the “first look” at Redding’s new product announcements for the 2017 calendar year and SHOT Show. The theme this year is dies, dies, […]
I absolutely love the AR-15 rifle platform. The AR-15 is iconic and historic, it’s modular, it’s affordable, it’s compact and light weight, it’s fun to shoot- and it even looks cool! The AR-15 platform is also quite versatile- a great option for defense, target shooting and competition, and even varmint hunting. But what about big game […]
When Steve Lawrence from the 6.5 Guys asked if I’d like to shoot his AR-15 chambered in 6.5mm Grendel, I said: “Absolutely!”. We were up at the “Ultimate Reloader Outpost” working on another shooting project, and had some spare time. A great opportunity to try a new AR-15 chambering! Prior to to this experience, I […]
