Tag: Caldwell Velociradar

7mm SWC Custom Build: End to End

7mm SWC can be the difference between being on target and off target in windy conditions. It also makes an incredibly compelling hunting cartridge. Watch the full video and read on to find out why!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these […]

New Load Development Key: 6.5 Creedmoor with Triebel Dies

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: […]

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 […]

TESTED: Hornady 100 Grain 6.5 ELD-VT Precision Varmint Bullet

Hornady’s ELD-VT, new for 2024, has a heat shield tip, AMP jacket, and unique weight to length. It is designed for varmint hunting with rapid fragmentation and precision performance.  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 […]

TESTED: Accurate MAGPRO Smokeless Powder

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 […]

Loading Precision 6mm x 47 with Triebel Dies

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, […]

Heavy 10mm 220 Grain Berry’s FP-TP Bullet

Berry’s 220 grain 10mm flat nose thick plate bullet is a welcome addition to their extensive lineup of target bullets. It caters specifically to the group of shooters who wish to use a very heavy bullet from their 10mm pistol. For target practice, handloads built with this bullet can substitute quite nicely for the expensive […]

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 […]

TESTED: Element Optics Helix HDLR 2-16×50

Element Optics’ Helix HDLR 2-16×50 recently found a home on the Bergara MgMicro Lite in 6.5 PRC. I  was happy with its range performance, but it’s time to put it on the optics test rig!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these […]

NEW: Bergara MgMicro Lite In-Depth

The MgMicro Lite is one of the new guns I had an opportunity to shoot at Bergara’s Long Range Academy. With one in hand, I’m putting it through the paces at the Ultimate Reloader Ranch and consulting with Ray Helms, X-RING on YouTube, who also attended the academy with me.  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / […]

TESTED: Ramshot Grand

Ramshot’s new USA-made Grand powder is a welcome addition to their lineup particularly well-suited for magnums and other high-intensity overbore cartridges.  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, […]

DON’T TRY THIS: Pushing 6GT to the MAX (Alpha Munitions, Bat Machine)

We previously pushed the limits of Alpha Munitions .308 brass and BAT Machine’s Ignitor action. Do NOT try this at home, but our curiosity has led Bruce Thom and me to explore the limits of 6 GT with Alpha Munitions brass and the BAT TR action.  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: […]

SIG CROSS Spec-Out with ODIN Works

Did you know ODIN Works makes upgrades for the SIG SAUER CROSS rifle? We took some of their options and built an incredible SIG CROSS package in a custom Pelican case. Let’s check it out!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these […]