I’m very excited to announce the start of a content series that will explore 300 PRC and 6.5 PRC in-depth! Since these cartridges were announced, I’ve wanted to get hands on with both of them, and now is the time! In this series, I’ll be exploring 300 PRC and 6.5 PRC from start to finish, […]
Tag: Reloading
Bolt Action AR-10: Uintah Precision UPR-10 in 6.5 Creedmoor
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 […]
UFO Press Light Updtes from KMS Squared, Save 10% For a Limited Time
KMS Squared has just updated some of their most popular lights! I wanted to tell you all about it, and give you a chance to save 10% on all KMS Squared lights for a limited time. What’s NEW KMS Squared has made quite a few subtle changes to make their lights “that much better”. Here […]
TESTED: NEW A-Tip 135 grain 6.5mm Bullets from Hornady
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 […]
TESTED: NEW CMMG 350 Legend Resolute AR-15
This year at the 2019 SHOT Show, the big news in new cartridges was 350 Legend from Winchester. I had the opportunity to talk with Winchester (see this story), and CMMG as well (see this story). One of the big announcements that CMMG made was their 350 Legend AR-15 from the Resolute line-up (the first […]
Re-Barrel at 300? Diagnosing a HOWA 1500 6mm Creedmoor That Won’t Shoot
If you’ve been shooting rifles for a long time, no doubt you’ve said to yourself at one point: “I can’t figure out why this rifle won’t shoot!!!”. This story documents “one of those times” for me. I recently got a HOWA 1500 heavy barreled action in 6mm Creedmoor from Brownells, and built up a pretty […]
Sinclair Concentricity Gauge: Overview, Neck Concentricity, Bullet Runout
One of the factors that’s critical for precision long-range shooting is correct alignment between the cartridge’s bullet, and the chamber/bore of the rifle. There are two key factors that contribute to bullet/bore alignment: case neck concentricity (along with case neck thickness consistency) and bullet runout. If the bullet is axially and radially aligned with the […]
Extreme Case Forming: 25-45 Sharps from Starline 223 Basic
I’ve formed cases by “necking up” and “necking down”, but this is the first time I’ve formed cases from blanks (a straight-wall version of a bottleneck rifle cartridge). I’m talking about my recent interest in forming 25-45 Sharps cases from Starline 223 Basic cases. In the process of working on this project, I learned a […]
NEW RCBS MATCHMASTER Dies! Tested in 6mm Creedmoor
RCBS is constantly looking at ways they can make their products better. One such example is their latest die set: “MATCHMASTER”. Aimed at people reloading long-range precision ammunition, this die set builds on the familiar RCBS Gold Metal die set SKUs with a few key refinements. Here I’ll show these dies loading up some Starline […]
UR Update: Win $50 Starline Brass Gift Certificate!
Here we are! Time for another UR update. Hope everyone is having a great summer, I am for sure. I’ve been shooting pretty much every day, and have been working on some great projects and stories. In this update, I’ll announce the Lyman All American 8 turret press winner, and give you all a chance […]
TESTED: NEW Berger 156 grain 6.5mm Elite Hunter Bullets
It’s that time of year again: big game hunting season! Bear season started just a week ago where I live, and I’m hoping for success in the coming weeks! And then there’s Deer season, lots to look forward to. And that means it’s time to get hunting ammunition sorted out, and perhaps try something new. […]
10% OFF AMP Mark II Brass Annealer, 3 days only!
Annealing Made Perfect makes a GREAT brass annealing machine: the AMP Mark II. Until now, Annealing Made Perfect sold to the US market only through retailing partners. Now you can buy direct from Annealing Made Perfect in the US, and to celebrate, I worked with the team at Annealing Made Perfect to offer the biggest […]
Converting Weaver Bases to Accept Picatinny Scope Rings
Why do we have standards that are “close but not quite compatible”? I ask myself that frequently when it comes to technology, tools, and firearms. I ran into this exact issue a few days ago when I went to install a scope on my TC Compass. The only scope rings I had that would work […]
Annealing Made Perfect: AMP Mark II Unboxing, Setup, Annealing
If you reload ammunition, you should care about metallurgy. If you demand accuracy and long life from your brass, the process of annealing your cases will become an important part of brass prep and maintenance. If you form cases, you’ll likely want to incorporate annealing into the process so that you can get the best […]
Forster Datum Dial: One Tool for Case Sizing and Bullet Seating Checks
When you’re working on precision reloading, there are some measurements that are straightforward, and some that take some extra care and tools. When you’re measuring Cartridge Overall Length (COL) for example, you can use a set of digital calipers and just measure the length of the cartridge from base to bullet tip. But when you […]
TESTED: Canik TP9SFX Pistol In-Depth and Comparison to Glock 17
A few months ago I competed in a “mostly rifle” match called the Findlay Cup. An unexpected part of this competition was shooting steel with handguns at ranges from about 20 yards all the way out to 100 yards. I used my Glock for this part of the match, and did pretty well. I really […]
UR Update: Win a Lyman All-American 8 Turret Press
Time for another UR Update! Summer is in full swing, and I’ve been enjoying shooting every day of the week. Before we know it, Fall (and hunting season) will be here. For now, I’m really glad for the great weather and Summer activities. Let me fill you in on what’s been going on, and share […]
TESTED: Frankford Arsenal Rotary Tumbler Lite
There are many times when I have need to clean small lots of previously fired brass. It could be for load development, a cartridge that I don’t shoot much of, or it could be separate cleanings for each headstamp for a particular cartridge (sorted by headstamp). In these scenarios, I prefer a moderately sized cleaning […]
KRG Bravo Upgrades and Mystic Precision MPOD Install: HOWA 1500 6mm Creedmoor
I’m excited about this 6mm Creedmoor project because I’m trying some new things! That’s what keeps rifle shooting interesting: going in different directions, trying different cartridges, different rifles, and loading different ammunition. In case you missed it, I did a full post (which you can read here) on the HOWA 1500 Barreled Actions from Brownells. […]
Overview: Forster Co-Ax Quick Change Jaws
I absolutely LOVE my Forster Co-Ax single-stage reloading press. It’s got precision, efficiency, and made-in-USA quality. It even looks nice (See the Forster Co-Ax highlight in my 14- press shootout HERE). The one thing that has frustrated me has been the small-to-large shellholder changeover process and vice-versa. It’s not a big deal, but if I […]
UR Update: Win an Ultramount, Update on Jimmy
Hope everyone is having a great Summer! I’ve been busy with some awesome projects, stories, and new technologies. More on all that to come! In this update, I wanted to catch everyone up on what’s happening with Jimmy Barber (the Vietnam vet that was kicked out of a Maui restaurant over wearing an Ultimate Reloader […]
HOWA 1500 Barreled Actions from Brownells: 6mm Creedmoor Build Kick-Off
For a LONG time I’ve wanted to build my own HOWA 1500 rifle, and I decided now was the time! HOWA actions are known to shoot really well- they are made in Japan, and the quality shows. But what if you want to build something “just the way you want it”, and you don’t want […]
TESTED: Cheapest Precision Scale on Amazon
I’ve used ALL KINDS of digital scales for reloading: everything from jeweler’s scales, to branded reloading scales, and even lab-grade scales. Since I got my A&D FX-120i, I thought it would be interesting to test these “precision” scales (term can be loosely applied at times) using a consistent and comprehensive test methodology. In this article, […]
TESTED: Monstrum Tactical 6-24x50mm G3 Budget FFP Scope
With more and more people getting into long-range shooting, the industry has responded with a tidal wave of new related products. And because of this, the industry has gotten incredibly competitive! The result: more long-range shooting product offerings and products that bring long-range shooting to even modest budgets. One such example of this kind of […]
Solved: 44 Magnum Over-Pressure Mystery
Quick update for everyone- less than a day after posting a video and article describing some dangerous looking pressure signs with 44 Magnum, you all helped me track down the problem with help from my iGaging 400x WiFi microscope! You’ll want to read my previous story to get a complete run-down on the issues I […]
