Evolution of the BAT Hammerhead!
Actions lie at the heart of a rifle, but sometimes they get the least attention. Bruce Thom, owner and founder of BAT Machine, recently joined me to discuss the development of the BAT Hammerhead...
View ArticleAMP Mate & AMP Mark II DB
The combination of Annealing Made Perfect’s AMP Mark II DB and AMP Mate is a dream setup for automated brass annealing. We’ve covered each of these products separately, but today I’m using it for...
View ArticleVersatile Ultradyne AR-15 Upgrades
The AR-15 is potentially the most versatile gun platform in existence, allowing nearly endless customizations. This time we took an ODIN Works AR-15 in 22 ARC and added Ultradyne C4 offset sights, a UD...
View ArticleSig Cross Handguard & Barrel Swap from Odin Works (Step-by-Step)
I recently showed a variety of ODIN Works upgrades to the SIG SAUER Cross rifle, including three different barrel swaps. I wanted to make another video to fully detail the handguard installation and...
View ArticleMark 7 Apex 10 Gen 2 Upgrades
I’ve run the Mark 7 Apex 10 manually and with autodrive. Kyle Shields most recently used it, with some new upgrades, to process over 40,000 pieces of .223 brass! (Also check out Mark 7’s Halloween...
View ArticleShould you BUY a Cerakote Oven or BUILD One?
If you are setting up a shop as a Cerakote applicator, there are a LOT of things you’re going to need. One of those things is at least one curing oven. Depending on your goals, your available time, and...
View ArticleDON’T TRY THIS: Pushing 6GT to the MAX (Alpha Munitions, Bat Machine)
We previously pushed the limits of Alpha Munitions .308 brass and BAT Machine’s Ignitor action. Do NOT try this at home, but our curiosity has led Bruce Thom and me to explore the limits of 6 GT with...
View ArticleTESTED: Ramshot Grand
Ramshot’s new USA-made Grand powder is a welcome addition to their lineup particularly well-suited for magnums and other high-intensity overbore cartridges. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making...
View ArticleMark 7 Apex 10 Primer Xpress
Mark 7 has made some strides with their Apex 10 Gen 2 upgrades including a new priming system and billet toolhead. We’re taking it one step further by adding the Mark 7 Primer Xpress! Disclaimer...
View ArticleNEW: Bergara MgMicro Lite In-Depth
The MgMicro Lite is one of the new guns I had an opportunity to shoot at Bergara’s Long Range Academy. With one in hand, I’m putting it through the paces at the Ultimate Reloader Ranch and consulting...
View ArticleTESTED: Element Optics Helix HDLR 2-16×50
Element Optics’ Helix HDLR 2-16×50 recently found a home on the Bergara MgMicro Lite in 6.5 PRC. I was happy with its range performance, but it’s time to put it on the optics test rig! Disclaimer...
View ArticleIt’s Here: VelociRadar Launch & Giveaway (Win a Free VelociRadar)!
VelociRadar is here, and I’m happy to announce that Midsouth Shooters Supply has teamed up with Caldwell to give away a unit. More details in this article and the video. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader...
View ArticleAutomated Bulk .223 Loading on the Mark 7 Apex 10
Bulk processing over 40,000 .223 cases from Mojo Precision on the Mark 7 Apex 10 was just the start of the process. We decapped using FW Arms dies and Berdan Sentry, resized with the Lyman carbide pro...
View ArticleNEW: Foundation Gideon Lightweight Hunting Stock
We’re excited to give you the world’s first in-depth look at Foundation’s new lightweight hunting stock—Gideon. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this...
View ArticleImprove Your Die Setup: Lock Rings & Loading Full Progressive .308 on the X-10
We’ve been shooting a lot of .308 lately – in fact – we are out! We need to crank out a ton more. So, this was a great time to set up a progressive press. I’ve been working with the Frankford Arsenal...
View ArticleHeavy 10mm 220 Grain Berry’s FP-TP Bullet
Berry’s 220 grain 10mm flat nose thick plate bullet is a welcome addition to their extensive lineup of target bullets. It caters specifically to the group of shooters who wish to use a very heavy...
View ArticleDerraco PCPS, PCPS-Lite Priming tools and MORE
Derraco Engineering has come out with some truly innovative and cost effective priming tools! In this story, we’ll look at the entire selection of priming tools and accessories from Derraco including...
View ArticlePortable & Durable: The ProMarksman Bench & Rest from Berry’s
Berry’s makes a pair of related, but separate shooting rests for varied shooting situations. One is intended for use atop a permanent bench or table. The other is a stand alone portable bench. So why...
View ArticleNever 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...
View ArticleBoyds Heritage Stock for Bergara Carbon Ridge Wilderness
My Bergara Carbon Ridge Wilderness was a good, dependable, accurate, and reasonably lightweight rifle from the start, but I wanted something more. The factory synthetic stock is useful and compact, but...
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