Videos tagged with Ball Powder

This guide details the use of the RCBS MatchMaster Powder Funnel Kit, a reloading tool designed to mitigate static electricity issues common with plastic powder funnels. The kit features an aluminum funnel with a special coating and interchangeable end pieces to ensure smooth powder transfer into cartridge cases, even with difficult powders like Trail Boss.

This video reviews the RCBS Powder Funnel Kit, highlighting its smooth interior and six common-use, screw-on heads. The presenter demonstrates how the funnel's design, particularly its large throat and cut lines for grip, effectively eliminates the need for a powder tap, even with stick powders that can be prone to gumming up. The kit is presented as a solution for more efficient and cleaner powder charging during reloading.

This video compares the RCBS Matchmaster powder dispenser to the Charge Master Light, focusing on whether the higher precision of the Matchmaster (measuring to 1/100th of a grain vs. 1/10th) justifies the cost. Testing revealed a difference in standard deviation and extreme spread in chronograph readings, suggesting that for high-level competitors, the Matchmaster's precision can be a significant advantage in achieving tighter groups and better scores. For entry-level or mid-pack shooters, the benefit might be less pronounced.

This video demonstrates the burn rates of different firearm powders, including black powder, H110, Trail Boss, and IMR 4350, when burned uncontained in the open. The presenter highlights significant differences in burn speed, with black powder being the most rapid and volatile, followed by pistol powders like Trail Boss, and then slower rifle powders like H110 and IMR 4350. The experiment serves as a visual comparison of powder characteristics outside of a firearm's pressure environment.

This video critically examines the M16 rifle's development, arguing that its initial failures in Vietnam were due to bureaucratic sabotage rather than design flaws. It details how the Army Ordnance Corps resisted Eugene Stoner's AR-15, forcing detrimental changes like the addition of a forward assist and a switch to ball powder, which significantly increased the cycle rate and caused reliability issues. The video contrasts this with the adoption of intermediate cartridges by other nations, highlighting the M16's potential when properly understood and implemented.

This video delves into the historical use of ball powder by Greece for their M1 Garand rifles. It explores the reasoning behind this specific ammunition choice and its implications for the firearm. The content aims to educate viewers on the intricacies of historical firearms and ammunition, offering a glimpse into the technical decisions made by military forces in the past.

This video details a temperature sensitivity test for Winchester StaBALL 6.5 powder, comparing it against Hodgdon H4350, Hodgdon H414, and Alliant Reloader 17 in 6.5 Creedmoor. The test involved shooting five rounds cold (around 32°F) and five rounds hot (around 120°F) for each powder to measure velocity changes. Winchester claims StaBALL 6.5 is the world's first temperature-stable ball powder, and the results suggest it performs significantly better than H414 and Reloader 17 in terms of temperature insensitivity, though H4350 remains the benchmark.

Jerry Miculek discusses various Hodgdon and Winchester reloading propellants, highlighting their applications and characteristics. He explains the differences between ball and extruded powders, the benefits of temperature-insensitive 'extreme' powders, and demonstrates the burn characteristics of smokeless powder versus cordite. The video emphasizes choosing the right powder for specific calibers and shooting disciplines.

This comprehensive evaluation of Malaysian L2A2 7.62x51mm ammunition, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, delves into its historical origins, manufacturing details, and performance characteristics. The review highlights the ammunition's adherence to NATO-style specifications, its production by SMEO through an international joint venture, and its technical components. Performance data, including average bullet weight and muzzle velocity, is presented with statistical analysis, offering a technical comparison to other 7.62x51mm variants.

This video delves into the history and development of the AR-15/M16 rifle, focusing on the military's need for a new service weapon to replace the M14. It details the shortcomings of the M14, the influence of the Soviet AK-47, the development of the .223 Remington cartridge, and the initial challenges faced by the M16 during its introduction into service, particularly concerning corrosion and ammunition issues. The narrative highlights the role of key figures like Eugene Stoner and Robert McNamara in the rifle's journey.

This comprehensive review of the Lyman Gen6 Compact Touch-Screen Powder System, presented by Johnny of Johnny's Reloading Bench, offers a practical and objective assessment. The speaker, demonstrating high authority through detailed comparisons and technical understanding, highlights the Gen6's compact footprint, affordability, and improved performance with extruded powders, while also noting potential issues with fine ball powders. The review includes practical demonstrations of its features, cleaning procedures, and accuracy testing.

This guide, presented by an expert reloader and firearms educator, details the critical aspects of understanding reloading powders. It covers the historical context of powder manufacturing, the importance of reloading manuals, and how to interpret burning rate charts. The video visually compares different powder types (flake, ball, extruded) and discusses practical considerations for powder measurement and accuracy, suggesting that meticulous trickling may not always be necessary for achieving excellent results.