Handloader Magazine is not just for reloading data. We feature multiple articles on guns, ammunition and related products.
Every issue includes gun tests and reviews and several columns focus on pistols, rifles and shotguns.
Nosler factory second bullets tested in 280 AI, Out of all the groups tested, this one was
the largest at 1.12 inches. Not all that bad, considering our velocity was a little low as
well. If you want to learn more about Nosler Factory seconds, check out our article on
Handloader Issue No. 349 or our video on Handloader TV.
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This load was shot using reformed Lapua 6.5 Grendel brass to 22 ARC. Using the 69
grain Sierra Matchking we were able to assemble this .42 inch group with Shooters
World Precision Rifle Powder. This powder has proven to be extremely clean burning,
temperature stable and very comparable to Hodgdon Varget. shootersworldpowder
A benchtop classic, the RL550C is a true workhorse with outstanding caliber flexibility. 550 fans sound off!
This 22 ARC load uses a maximum charge of Vihtavuori N540 and the 80.5 grain Berger
Fullbore Target bullet. It measures out to .29 inches and will be retested as a 30 shot
group in Part two of the Reloaders Press article in Handloader issue No. 353 so be sure
to subscribe so you don’t miss out on any of the information we provide! #540 #224
A lineup of testing for our 22 ARC articles and video, if you haven’t seen the video on 22
ARC, be sure to check it out on our YouTube channel, Handloader TV. Part Two of the
Reloaders Press article will be in Handloader magazine issue No. 353 so keep an eye
out for that article.
Load data for five shot using a Custom AR chambered in 223 Wylde with a 20-inch
1:8 twist Proof Research carbon fiber wrapped barrel
We took a photo of our loading bench and it looks a little messy! Keeping a bench neat
and organized is not always easy, especially if it’s used daily. But here is what a day in
the life of our reloading bench looks like.
It’s Wednesday so that means a sweet revolver post. Taylor’s & Company 1873 Cattleman chambered in 44 Special. #44
When it comes to case lubricants, there are a lot of great options out there for those who
are forming cases or loading on a single stage or turret press. Redding Imperial Sizing
Die Wax has long been our go-to case l**e. It works extremely well, wipes and tumbles
off easily and makes sizing and forming cases easy. If you haven’t given this lubricant a
try yet, we highly recommend it to anyone who is not using a progressive press.
One of our favorite tools when it comes to priming is the Frankford Arsenal Platinum
Series Perfect Seat Hand Primer. It offers great feel, an adjustable wheel for dialing in
primer seating depth and doesn’t restrict you to the bench for your priming. We have
been using this one shown since 2018 and it has held up very well over the years. There
have been a lot of cases primed with this tool since then.
The FMG publications eBlast First look Guns and gear that Ransom Rest was in. If you get the FMG eBlast, they emailed it to over 98k subscribers this morning. It's pretty cool. Here is the Ransom Rest mention. and their link took you to our webpage.
R***r Single Seven chambered in 327 Federal Magnum, video on Handloader TV. Go give it a watch! ***r ***rfirearms ******er
Case prep is an important step, and there are a lot of myths and misconceptions when it
comes to case prep. Chamfering and deburring in our testing seems to be one of the
most important steps to take to squeeze a little more accuracy out of your cases. In this
photo we are using an RCBS Brass Boss to chamfer and deburr a 6.5 Grendel case.
Over the years, we have been used a lot of different brands when it comes to measuring
tools. Our advice is buy once, cry once. There are a lot of different brands out there and
you’ll see a lot of different calipers featured in the magazine but based on our own in-
house testing and nearly 20 years of consistent use, we highly recommend the Mitutoyo
Electronic caliper. It has lasted longer and maintained accuracy longer than any other
caliper we have tested. It’s a great tool to have in the toolbox and reliable and repeatable
measurements are critical when it comes to handloading especially when it comes to
measuring shoulder bump and things of that nature.
While at the 2024 Prairie dog shot in Wyoming with Hornady one of the projectile slingers was a S&W Revolver 647-1 Performance Center chambered in 17HMR. No longer in production.
It brought the hammer down on quite a few dogs. But Jeremiah Polacek was able to get one at 334 yards to secure the trophy for the longest kill with a pistol.
Look at all that gorgeous Starline Brass loaded up by our friend 1895Gunner 😍😍
If you have not picked up the latest edition of Handloader magazine. You’re missing out on some great articles, like 22 ARC , 38 S&W pet loads and others like shotgun target loads for 410 2 1/2 hauls. Many more inside!
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I spent the day with Ransom International at Gunsite Academy to check out their Master Series Pistol Rest! We reviewed how to set it up and compared ammuniti...
Jeremiah Polacek editor of Handloader magazine and Zak May writer. We’re invited to a prairie dog shoot hosted by Hornady in Casper Wyoming both received trophies, Jeremiah for longest shot with a pistol 17 HMR revolver at 334 yards, Zak got longest shot with rifle with a 6mm ARC at 745 yards. Hornady
In Handloader August Brian used an Enfield No.2 Mk I chambered in 38 S&W to develop “Pet Loads” data. Great article check it out if you haven’t not yet..
Want to efficiently load those primer pick up tubes? The RF100 will get the job done in no time.
Wheel Gun Wednesday and here we got Brian Pearce's 41 Magnum built on a Smith & Wesson N frame. Just a classic caliber and revolver!
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Check out the newest video that just dropped today on Handloader TV on YouTube. There will also be a two part article in Handloader 351 and 352.
https://youtu.be/NzOMJoG6XBs?si=-pJ1diYT6n_ve3rG
Hornady Everyone make sure you check out the newest podcast from Hornady!
https://youtu.be/efWfV-VVvAA?si=C8N1NpDoz-GyzvMG
Wednesday so that means wheel gun post! It hard to get a better one than a C**t Python .357 ! **t #357 **t
In the June/July issue No. 350 of Handloader magazine, the cover story is all about
lightweight AR-15s and handloads for the 5.56 NATO cartridge in two different rifles.
Show here is a 16-inch barreled carbine that assembled a roughly half MOA group with
Black Hills ammunition MK 262 Mod 1C ammunition
The 27 Nosler is a fantastic long-range cartridge that opened the door for long-range
high BC bullets in 270 caliber. Something that was previously lacking until this cartridge
came to the scene. Pictured here is a Nosler M48 Long Range Carbon Rifle chambered
in 27 Nosler. Comment below if you would like to see a video or more articles on this rifle
and cartridge combination.
SIG P320 X-Ten chambered in 10mm Auto with some of the components from the
Handloader TV video.
In Handloader issue No. 350 Mike Venturino discusses 44 Re*****on mag.
This week on Handloader TV 📺 on YouTube. We take the Garmin and put it through a series of tests. In addition we pit it against two other chronographs, the industry standard Oehler Model 35P, and a Lab Radar unit. Check it out and see how they performed. Let us know what you think of the video and what one you prefer to use.
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