There is such a fine line between needs and wants. It’s oh so easy to consider something that’s really a “want” as a “need.” You know, like bacon is technically a “want.” Hang on, upon further reflection that is, in fact, a need. But you get the idea. The first question prospective reloaders always ask […]
How To Reload Ammunition: The Reloading Process
Last time, in part one of our series on reloading your own ammunition, we talked about reasons why learning how to reload might make sense. Reloading might save you some money, but it’s also an enjoyable hobby and a way to make the perfect ammunition for your needs and your specific gun. Next, let’s discuss […]
Want To Reload Your Own Ammo?
The big joke about reloading your own ammunition is that you save money. Sure, the monetary cost of each cartridge is less if you shop smart for reloading components like powder, primers, and bullets. The reloading is really “more expensive” part comes from the fact that you’ll shoot more! And then there’s all the cool […]
Reloading Science: Do You Really Need To Sort Your Brass?
My editors keep telling that articles have to have a point. Apparently I don’t listen too well as this article doesn’t have one. Well, if it does, I don’t yet know what it is, so we’ll all find out together by the end. The other day, I was at my desk clawing my way out […]
Straight From the Horses Mouth: Hodgdon Reloading Data
I think learning to reload your own ammunition is kind of like learning to play the Ukelele. If by chance you make an impetuous mid-life decision to follow in the footsteps of the great Don Ho, then you can’t just order sheet music and start. You need to find a way to learn the process […]
5 Must-have Hand Tools For Reloading Ammunition
Getting started in reloading is kind of like equipping the kitchen in your first apartment. Sure, you can go primitive and start with only a cast iron frying pan, or if you’re an expert in college dorm cooking, an electric hot pot. While you can make everything from Cajun steaks to corn bread with a […]
6 Reasons To Consider Reloading Your Own Ammunition
I picked up the ammunition reloading bug about fifteen years ago — most likely by touching a copy of the Lyman Reloading Handbook at a local gun show. Who knows where that book was before I touched it? No wonder I caught a bug, always wash your hands people! Since that day, I’ve reloaded billions […]
The 6.8 Remington SPC: An Up Close and Personal Look
I love the AR platform. And yes, it is a platform as it’s a design model that allows of near infinite customization. You can add accessories until your rifle looks like a Pakistani Jingle Truck. More importantly, since the rifle is a platform, you can obtain or build one in a dozen or more […]
300 AAC Blackout Fundamentals – Ammunition and Reloading
Recently when I wrote a review of the Daniel Defense DDM4v5 300 Blackout rifle, I mentioned that I’d be doing a drill down series on different aspects of the 300 AAC Blackout. Well, it starts here. Including this article, we’ll be looking at the following topics over the next few weeks: 300 AAC Blackout Ammunition […]
Reloading Ammunition: The Final Steps, Seating, Crimping and Inspecting
Last time we covered the powder charging step and briefly touched on the whole concept of pressure curves. While reloading is a safe pastime when proper care is taken, the care-taking part is a really big deal. The last steps, seating, crimping and inspecting cartridges, are equally important when it comes to safety. Seating the new […]