What a week it’s been! I’ve published a couple fun stories: The Lyman Brass Smith Powder Measure Overview, and the Super-In-Depth Precision Matthews PM-1440GT Metal Lathe Overview on http://makingwithmetal.com. Here’s this week’s update! Last Week’s Winner: Charles Morris! Charles Morris shared the best “tip that every reloader needs to know” and has won an Inline […]
Tag: Reloading
NEW! Lyman Brass Smith Powder Measure and Stand
One of the things I was intrigued by at the SHOT Show this year was the new powder measure and powder measure stand from Lyman (Brass Smith). Lyman Engineer Spencer Karoll gave me the “brief” on the features for these products at the SHOT Show, and at that point, I couldn’t wait to get my […]
Weekly Update: Win an Ultramount, Mystery Press, Share Your Reloading Tips!
Hello everyone! What a great week this has been… New Wilson brass gauges, Athalon Midas TAC APRS3 scope review, and tons of progress on my upcoming single stage side-by-side video! Here’s my weekly update: Congrats Abby Crandall: Last Week’s Winner Last week the challenge was to share what you’re doing to preserve 2A rights, and […]
TESTED: Athlon Midas TAC APRS3 FFP Riflescope
This last year, I have been using an loving my Athlon Midas TAC 6-24x50mm FFP riflescope (see my original story HERE). In the first story, I gave an in-depth overview of the Athlon Midas TAC 6-24x50mm scope including unboxing, overview, setup, through-the-scope views, sight-in, and initial impressions. Since then I’ve been using this scope a […]
New L.E. Wilson Gauges: Brass Update and Minimum Dimension Gauges
L.E. Wilson has been making case gauges longer than anyone- since 1936! So when there’s an update from Wilson related to gauges, that’s NEWS! L.E. Wilson has made a couple updates to the case gauge lineup that I’ll cover in this article. First, gauges are now offered in a new material: brass. This is great […]
Weekly Update: Win Hornady Pistol Dies and iGaging Calipers
I have been flat-out busy this week getting ready for some killer content here on Ultimate Reloader! A big part of this time investment has been to arrange details and implement test systems for the “14 single stage press shootout” that will now be moved to March 2019. Sorry- was hoping to have published in […]
SilencerCo Hybrid: Overview and Setup
A suppressor is a very valuable “tool” for your firearms. But it’s REALLY REALLY expensive and difficult to obtain a suppressor in the USA. First you have the tax stamp ($200), the cost of the suppressor and accessories, and then you have up to a year wait (or even more). With all of the hassle […]
UR Weekly Update: Win a Lyman Cyclone Tumbler and KMS Squared Press Light, and more!
Wow, what a week this has been! More snow in one week than I can remember, fun with SilencerCo, a new microscope for the shop, and lots more. Lot to share this week, and an exciting giveaway! Last Week’s Winner: Valentines Challenge We had some GREAT stories from last week’s Valentines/Shooting Date challenge. Inspiring stories, […]
iGaging 400x WiFi Microscope: Unboxing, Overview, Demo
For a long time I’ve wanted a microscope in the shop. A microscope can tell some “interesting stories” that you can’t really understand any other way. From examining tool edges, to machining finishes, to inspecting granules of gunpowder, this is a must-have tool for me! In this article I’ll give a complete overview of the […]
SilencerCo Products Overview
Most shooters know about SilecncerCo Suppressors, but there’s more to SilencerCo than just “cans”. In this article, I’m joined by Austin Harlan, owner down at The Range LLC in Yakima Washington. Austin is a SilencerCo dealer, and just the person to talk about SilencerCo products, reliability, and customer service! Here, we’ll discuss some of SilencerCo’s […]
Overview: Lyman Long Range Reloading Handbook
Long-range rifle shooting has become a LOT more popular over the last five years or so, and the industry has taken notice! Now you can buy a 1/2 MOA rifle suitable for long-range shooting starting at about $1000.00 or even less. There are also a lot more great resources for long range shooting, including the […]
UR Weekly Update: Win 250 PCS Starline Pistol Brass + LEO Appreciation Winner Announcement
What a week this has been! Lots of snow at the Ultimate Reloader Outpost (including getting my backhoe stuck), testing 224 Valkyrie 90 grain SMK bullets and ammunition, and much more! Time to announce last week’s winner, and give you all another challenge for this coming week… Congrats to Andrew Hensley, LEO Appreciation Winner Congrats […]
In-Depth Ballistics Discussion with Bryan Litz and Applied Ballistics
My approach to learning a technical subject like long-range shooting is to first understand the “theory”, and then get hands-on with the “practice”. One of the resources I’ve found most helpful in understanding the theory of long range shooting are the Applied Ballistics publications that cover ballistics, long-range rifle shooting, and more. This reading combined […]
German Precision: Turban CNC Präzipress 120mm Reloading Press Overview
A while back one of my viewers on YouTube said: “You’ve got to check out the Präzipress, this thing is AMAZING”. So I looked it up on the internet, and found the product page on the Turban CNC website. I was immediately intrigued- this press design looked different. And I wondered how these presses would […]
FORSTER Products 2019 Discussion: Co-Ax, Gunsmithing, Datum Dial, and More
FORSTER Products is a USA company that makes top-notch products. You’ve seen a lot of FORSTER stories here on Ultimate Reloader, and I have a lot more planned for 2019! During the 2019 SHOT Show, I caught up with Bob Ruch ad Scott Kempel of FORSTER Products, and had a great discussion with them about […]
NEW from Frankford Arsenal for 2019: M-Press and More
Frankford Arsenal is kicking off 2019 with a BIG BANG! They’ve got a fresh new look, and lots of exciting new products! At the 2019 SHOT Show, I met up with Jarrod Grove from Frankford Arsenal to get an update on the Frankford Arsenal lineup for 2019. Here are some of the things that I […]
A Discussion with Starline at SHOT Show 2019
As you all know, I shoot a LOT of Starline brass! And this year while at the SHOT Show, I had the opportunity to talk brass with Starline’s Hunter Pilant! As I mentioned, I’ll have a lot of cool stories this year featuring Starline brass including 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Grendel, 7.62x39mm, and more! So please […]
Ultimate Reloader Weekly Update: Ultramount Winner + LEO Heroes
Time for another weekly update! It’s been a busy week posting a TON of SHOT Show content, and filming all day offsite… But this is one of the times of the week I look forward to most! Congrats Lance Schul- Ultramount Winner! Last week, the challenge was to share your story- why you want an […]
NEW from Thompson Center: Discussion at SHOT Show 2019
If you’ve been watching and reading much here on Ultimate Reloader, it’s likely you’ve seen my Thompson Center 308 rifle review, and my Budget Precision 223 series. I’ve gotten great results from these rifles, and have some content coming up that will build on what I’ve been showing! While at the 2019 SHOT Show, I […]
NEW from PROOF Research: Discussion at SHOT Show 2019
PROOF Research is known for their carbon wrap barrels, their steel barrels, and their awesome light-weight rifles. While at the SHOT Show this year, I caught up with Chris Gittings (Pro Staff Manager) and Ben White (Weapons Development Engineer) to hear the “latest and greatest” from PROOF! I’m hoping to incorporate some PROOF products into […]
Kimber Revolvers: Discussion at Shot Show 2019
Kimber has built a cult following among gun owners, especially 1911 fans! But recently (last year) Kimber announced a new addition to their lineup: revolvers. In this video, I caught up with Cameron at the Kimber booth, and he told me all about these cool wheel guns! You really have to see these Kimber revolvers […]
Brownells New for 2019: LR Scopes, Retro Riles, Glock Slides, and more!
I use a lot of tools from Brownells for gunsmithing, so one of my highlights at the 2019 SHOT Show was talking to the folks at the Brownells booth. During that visit, I had the opportunity to get an update on the “latest and greatest” from Roy Hill, here’s the conversation we had! Brownells has […]
Magpul New 2019 Products: SHOT Show Interview
I use a lot of Magpul products- they offer a great blend of innovation, quality, and value. So when I had the chance to talk with Magpul at the 2019 SHOT Show, I was excited to hear about what’s new from Magpul for 2019! Magpul has a LOT of new products for 2019, and here […]
2019 New Rifles from Savage
Savage rifles have been solid performers in my personal experience. Savage rifles have a reputation for great features, exceptional accuracy, and offer a huge selection of aftermarket accessories and upgrades. For 2019, Savage has introduced some new models to their lineup, and I got the story straight from Savage engineer Joe at the 2019 SHOT […]
2019 New Products From Lyman! SHOT Show 2019 Interview
Over the last year, Lyman Products has rolled out a TON of new reloading gear under their new Brass Smith lineup. You’ll want to check out my Brass Smith videos if you haven’t already! For 2019, Lyman is adding some awesome new tools to the lineup, and I got the full story at the 2019 […]
