Tag: SFP

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 […]

TESTED: Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2 3-18×44

If you desire a lightweight hunting rifle but don’t want to give up tactical features, Leupold’s VX-6HD Gen 2 line is a great option. Previously we’ve shown Leupold’s VX-5HD – let’s see what’s new!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). […]

NRL22: Which Scope Should You Use? (Rimfire Optics Deep Dive)

What optic should you put on your rimfire rifle? Seth Gardner of D-M Targets joins me to discuss the features you need for NRL22.  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 […]

TESTED: Athlon Cronus BTR Gen 2 UHD 1-6×24

LPVO’s are extremely versatile, handy scopes. Guy Miner recently tested the premium Athlon Cronus BTR Gen2 on a lever action—now it’s my turn to see how it performs on a Stag Arms SPCTRM.  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). The […]

Compared: .360 Buckhammer vs .30-30 Winchester

In collaboration with Henry, Remington Ammunition created the .360 Buckhammer to provide .35 Remington ballistics in a hunting cartridge legal in states with straight-wall only restrictions. Today, I’ll talk some about the new round and compare it to a tried-and-true classic lever action caliber, the .30-30.  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: […]

What is the Leupold Optics Academy?

Did you know that Leupold Optics has their own academy? I recently visited their impressive range in Central, Oregon to test their Mark 4HD line. Watch or read on to learn more!  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). The content […]

Quick Look: Leupold’s NEW Mark 4HD Scope Line

I recently attended an event at the Leupold Optics Academy to welcome a new family of American-made rifle scopes, the Mark 4HD series. Does it really have something for everyone?  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 […]

New Optics from Leupold at SHOT Show 2023

John Snodgrass, marketing communications specialist at Leupold & Stevens, took a few minutes to walk us through the new optics announced at SHOT Show 2023, the Mark 5HD 2-10 x 30 and BX-4 Range HD rangefinding binoculars.  Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you […]

NEW Area 419 Match Scope Rings

Area 419 has just released their own scope rings. Craig Arnzen of Area 419 joins us to explain why these are different!  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 […]

TESTED: Athlon Midas TAC 5-25x56mm FFP Riflescope

If you’re looking for a quality First-Focal Plane tactical scope that won’t break the bank, this story is for you! We’ll be taking an in-depth look at Athlon’s Midas TAC 5-25-56mm riflescope! About the Midas TAC 5-25x56mm FFP Riflescope From the Athlon Product Page: The big brother in the Midas TAC family, this 5-25×56 first […]