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Berry’s 230 Grain HHP — High Performance Load for the .45 ACP

Unquestionably, 9mm is the self-defense caliber of choice for a majority of people. It’s effective, has much less recoil than the .45, and is far less expensive to shoot. However, some still believe “bigger is better” theory when it comes to bullets. I’ll happily concede that I’m a confirmed fan of the .45 ACP, particularly […]

Forster .300 WSM Reloading

Completing a rifle build is only part of the process. Next comes finding what load works best. In this video, I walk through the process I go through to load precision .300 WSM ammunition.  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). […]

Head to Head: .44 Russian vs. .44 Special vs. .44 Magnum

Have you ever wondered how the .44 Russian, .44 Special, and .44 Magnum compare?  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 for demonstration […]

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 […]

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 […]

Head-to-Head: 9mm vs. .380 ACP for Self Defense

A number of companies make compact carry pistols in both 9mm and .380 ACP, marketing .380 to women and those who desire less recoil. Besides size, what really are the differences between these two cartridges?  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these […]