SHOT Show 2020: New from RCBS
If you’re a fan of the “Green Presses and Gear” you’ll want to check out what’s new from RCBS for 2020. That’s exactly what I talked about with Will at the RCBS during the 2020 SHOT Show. Check it out!...
View ArticleShot Show 2020: Forster Products
It’s always great to see the Forster Products team at the SHOT show! At the 2020 SHOT Show I talked with Scott Kempel, one of the people I work with frequently from Forster Products. We talked about...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: Bryan Litz talks Ballistic Advancements
If you’re serious about ballistics and long-range shooting, you know about Bryan Litz’s work. As the founder of Applied Ballistics, and the chief ballistician at Berger Bullets, he has made significant...
View ArticleLEE Pro 1000: Unboxing, Overview, Setup, Loading 45 ACP
My very first reloading press was a LEE Pro 1000. I had purchased a 44 Magnum revolver for hiking carry, and found that I really liked to shoot it. The problem? 44 Magnum ammunition is not cheap! So I...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: Starline Brass
It’s always great to talk with the team at Starline Brass. The person I talk with most related to Starline Brass technical issues is Hunter Pilant, one of the engineers at Starline. Here’s the...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: Jason Hornady Interview
As an enthusiast of a paticular product, have you ever wondered: who are the people behind this company, this brand, and this product? One of my favorite things about my job is when I have the...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: ATN New Products
ATN is rapidly advancing electro-optics, and the underlying technologies that enable these exciting products. This year at the SHOT Show, I caught up with the head of marketing, Steve Lemenov to hear...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: In-Depth ELR Discussion with Emil Praslick
There are two predominant trends in rifle shooting I’ve observed in recent years. First, people are interested in greater levels of precision (rifles, ammunition, shooting). Second, people are shooting...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: New from Mark 7 Reloading
One of the exciting booth visits this year was the Lyman and Mark 7 booth! (see my Lyman SHOT Show 2020 / new products post HERE). Mark 7 Reloading has been doing some super-interesting work in the...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: Five New Products from Federal Premium
Federal Premium has been BUSY! At the 2020 SHOT Show, I had the opportunity to hear about all of these new products spanning muzzle loader, defensive shotshell, lever-action, long-range rifle, and...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2020: Interview With Steve Dillon
I’ve long wondered about the origins of Dillon Precision and Dillon Aero. While at the 2020 SHOT Show, I ran into Steve Dillon, son of Mike Dillon who started both companies. The following is the...
View ArticleTimney HOWA 1500 Trigger Upgrade: Install, TriggerScan, Shooting
I consider the trigger to be one of the most important parts of a precision rifle. For me, the dynamics of the trigger have a huge effect on how consistently I can shoot a rifle, espeically when that...
View Article6mm Creedmoor PRS Load Development
I have many different approaches to load development. In fact, I tend to change my process just about every time I develop a load. The specific method and process I’ll use is based based on the tools,...
View ArticleDillon RL-550C: Unboxing, Overview, Setup, Loading Rifle and Pistol Ammunition
The Dillon RL-550C is arguably the most “tried and true” progressive reloading press on the market today. This press offers a blend of affordability, quality, and precision that’s truly unique. In this...
View ArticleBrass Deals from Capital Cartridge: Coupon Code and Cash for Brass
If you’re looking for good deals on brass, consider previously fired brass! Capital Cartridge offers a wide variety of different options for previously fired brass, including specialty calibers. Here’s...
View ArticleLoading 6.5 PRC with MEC Metallic Gear End-To-End
It’s time to start loading some 6.5 PRC, and I thought this would be a great opportunity to showcase the MEC Metallic lineup of reloading gear! In this post, I’ll show some MEC gear I haven’t shown...
View Article300 PRC Budget Build part 1: Action Blueprinting
I’m excited to kick off my 300 PRC “Budget Build” in this article. I’ve been working on putting together all of the related pieces and parts, have taken training with Gordy Gritters, and have...
View ArticleForster Original Case Trimmer: Trimming and Neck Turning
Case trimming is a super-important part of the reloading process for bottleneck rifle cartridges. And for those concerned with maximum accuracy, neck turning is also an important capability and...
View ArticleSpotlight on D-M Targets: AR500 Steel Targets and Hangers
Anyone with acreage and long-range rifles needs a bunch of steel targets! And that’s what I’ve been working on lately, getting the UR Ranch setup for some serious shooting and training. Recently, I’ve...
View Article300 PRC Budget Build part 2: Barrel and Stock Work, Break-In
This “300 PRC Budget Build” has been one of my favorite builds so far, and a perfect follow-on to taking Gordy Gritters’ Precision Rifle Building Class. I used this build as an opportunity to take on...
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