SAAMI-Certified 25 Creedmoor is new for 2025. I built a 25 Creedmoor back in 2020, but it was still a wildcat at the time with no factory rifles or ammunition available. It’s time for an update! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept […]
Most of my rifle builds require a complete machine shop. In this video, I’ll show you how to build a custom rifle around an Aero SOLUS action without a lathe! 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 […]
.22 Creedmoor, a brainchild of Horizon Firearms, has been growing in popularity for varminting and small game hunting. I’ve built two .22 Creedmoor rifles built around Stiller Actions, a sister company of Horizon Firearms. One rifle utilized a heavier Stiller Predator and the other a lighter Stiller Wombat. If you’re looking for a ready-to-go varminting […]
Sierra’s MatchKing line has long been a favorite of competitive shooters seeking precision and performance. We’ve had great success with Sierra’s MatchKing line here at Ultimate Reloader and are testing Sierra’s flagship .22 Caliber 77 Grain HPBT in three different .22 caliber rifle builds! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading […]
Looking to upgrade your Ruger American? Ultradyne now offers a version of their versatile UD chassis compatible with this popular bolt-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 (including videos, articles, ammunition reloading data, technical articles, […]
I started using Sierra Bullets in the 1970s and I’ve always found them accurate and reliable. I’ve used them for competition, on SWAT, and hunting both varmints and big game. I shot out several .308 Winchester barrels at around 6,000 rounds each with .30 caliber 155 and 168 grain Sierra MatchKing bullets. For varmint and […]
Bergara is well-regarded for their barrel quality and Remington 700 clone actions, which are compatible with a myriad of products to build a truly custom gun. Now you can order a Premier Action on its own or a No. 4 Contour, No. 5.5 Contour, No. 6 CURE, or No. 7 Contour barreled action to build […]
What optic should you put on your rimfire rifle? Seth Gardner of D-M Targets joins me to discuss the features you need for NRL22. 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 […]
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: […]
I’ve got an elk hunt quickly approaching and need a powerful and flat-shooting magnum. Let’s take a look at what’s a good powder for that! 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 […]
I’ve been eagerly waiting for Triebel dies to load for my 6mm x 47 Lapua BAT Hammerhead build. They’ve finally arrived and I’ve developed a great recipe. 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
One of the great things about media events is not just testing new products but being able to connect with like-minded people. I met several fellow “gun-tubers” at the Bergara Long Range Academy and will introduce you to each of them below! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article […]
