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When people think of “wildcatting,” they think of custom dies and expensive setups. Did you know it doesn’t have to be that way? I’ll show you how to load a wildcat cartridge with an RCBS Rockchucker and dies! Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content […] Continue reading...

Earlier this year I tested the Athlon Cronus ATS Thermal Scope 50-640. The 50L-640 version features built-in ballistics and a laser rangefinder! 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 […] Continue reading...

It’s common knowledge that the heavier a rifle, the less recoil is felt. But how much less? Does rifle weight really matter? In this video, we quantify it! 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 […] Continue reading...

Why swap the stocks on a shotgun? Two primary reasons stand out: to upgrade to stocks that better fit the shooter or to replace worn or cracked stocks. Many shotguns live a hard life, in and out of duck blinds, trucks, boats and exposed to bad weather. Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks offers a variety of replacements […] Continue reading...

Unquestionably, 9mm is the self-defense caliber of choice for a majority of people. It’s effective, has much less recoil than the .45, and is far less expensive to shoot. However, some still believe “bigger is better” theory when it comes to bullets. I’ll happily concede that I’m a confirmed fan of the .45 ACP, particularly […] Continue reading...

We’ve tested ATN’s X-Sight 4K Pro and X-Sight 5. Up next is the brand new X-Celsior! 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 articles, gunsmithing and other information) is […] Continue reading...

If you’re running a shop with three-phase equipment but only have single-phase power available, you’ve probably run into some headaches. Installing utility-provided three-phase power can be ridiculously expensive, but luckily, phase conversion is a solid alternative. In this article, we’ll break down the different types of phase converters and take a close look at Phase […] Continue reading...

When it comes to loading precision rifle ammo, most people don’t immediately think of a progressive press. But with the right setup and careful attention to detail, the Dillon 550 can produce extremely consistent and accurate ammunition. In this article, I’ll take you through my process for loading precision rounds on the Dillon 550, sharing […] Continue reading...

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If you go to the G4 Precision Website today, you can take the Extreme Accurizing Course for the AR platform. Gordy Gritters and I have been hard at work on this course for some time, and it has been an honor to produce it and deliver it to you all. Disclaimer Ultimate Reloader LLC / […] Continue reading...