Tag: Hodgdon Varget

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[DO NOT TRY THIS] Pushing 7 SWC To Magnum Levels

Here at Ultimate Reloader we’re all about data. We’ve shown a few pressure tests featuring Alpha Munitions Brass but are approaching this one with a new methodology. Follow along as we push Alpha Munitions 7mm SWC brass to the limit, but don’t try this at home!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: […]

TESTED: NEW 6GT Brass from Lapua

Lapua brass has been synonymous with winning for years. I’ve had great success with it as have many world-renowned shooters. When Gavin presented me the opportunity to try one of Lapua’s newest brass offerings, 6mm GT, I couldn’t resist trying it for myself.  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this […]

TESTED: Sierra .22 Caliber 77 Grain MatchKing

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 […]

UPGRADED: Area 419 ZERO Press Gen 2

We’ve done a lot with Area 419’s ZERO press and even shown how it’s made. Area 419 has just released an updated Gen 2 ZERO press – 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 terms). The content on […]

Pristine .22 ARC Bolt Action Rifle Build

.22 ARC in a bolt-gun is great fun. In this video, I’ll craft a .22 ARC around a Pristine Short Action – the same gun I recently highlighted in my Element Optics Helix Gen 2 story!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept […]

TESTED: Element Optics Helix Gen II 6-24×50 FFP Riflescope

We’ve already tested the Helix HDLR from Element Optics—the “HD” version of the standard Helix with a higher zoom ratio and better glass. Now the standard Helix is getting an upgrade with the Gen 2!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these […]

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 […]

Ultradyne Tikka T3x Laser+Cerakote Makeover Miami Vice Style!

Customization through Cerakote and laser imaging is one of my favorite projects. I recently gave my Tikka T3x in Ultradyne UD5 a complete visual overhaul—Miami Vice style.  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, […]

Never Trim Again! RCBS X-Die

The RCBS X-Die essentially eliminates the need to trim your brass after an initial trimming. How does it work? Watch and read on to find out! 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, […]

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 […]

Tikka T3x Chassis Upgrade: Ultradyne UD5 & Bix’n Andy Dakota Trigger

My viewers have been asking for Tikka T3x content for years— this Ultradyne UD5 chassis upgrade is chapter one!  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 […]

Get the Perfect Bump and Seat Every Time with Short Action Customs!

Consistency is at the center of precision reloading. This doesn’t just mean using the same components but also how you size the brass and seat the bullet. So how do you make sure it’s perfect each time? Watch the videos or read on to see how you can get consistent shoulder bump and seating depth […]

Complete Rebuild: Transforming a .308 Mossberg Patriot

I recently took apart Jim Harmer’s troublesome Mossberg Patriot just to take a look. I agreed it was the worst-performing bolt-action rifle I’d ever fired. Since then, I got to work and completely transformed it!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these […]

Rock Chucker Supreme Master Reloading Kit

I thoroughly enjoyed looking over the items in this Rock Chucker Supreme Master Reloading Kit and putting them to work. My familiarity with RCBS gear dates back to the 1970s with my father’s RCBS press. In the mid-1980s, I bought my own Rock Chucker press which I still use 40 years later!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader […]

.308 Shorty Chronograph Data Comparison: 16″ vs 24″ Barrels!

A short while ago, we asked for input on our .308 build. Overwhelmingly, you all wanted a 16” barrel, so “Shorty” was born! Looking to compare velocities, I brought out my match .308 with a 24” barrel to compare the results with some Hodgdon pistol data! (Yes, .308 Pistol data.)  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / […]

Quick Look: Frankford Arsenal Aluminum Powder Funnel Kit

If you’re loading precision cartridges, a good powder funnel setup is imperative. In this story, we’ll take a look at the Frankford Arsenal Powder Funnel Kit which works with pretty much everything from .17 caliber on up! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you […]

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