Videos tagged with Hodgdon Powders

The new Hodgdon website consolidates all their previous branded sites and the Reloading Data Center into a single, user-friendly platform. This new site is optimized for mobile devices, making it easier for reloaders to access data from their reloading bench or the range. Users can compare different loads and powders, finding data for pistol, rifle, and shotshell applications.

This video provides essential guidance on safe and effective reloading load development. It emphasizes starting with lower powder charges rather than maximums, even when bullet weights differ slightly from published data. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing accuracy, velocity, and bullet performance, and warns against potential safety issues associated with starting at the top of a load chart.

This guide explains why using .308 powders like Varget in the 6.5 Creedmoor can limit velocity due to case capacity. It highlights the benefits of using purpose-built powders such as Winchester StaBALL 6.5, demonstrating a significant velocity increase (300 fps) by utilizing the case volume more effectively. The information is presented to help reloaders achieve better performance from their 6.5 Creedmoor cartridges.

This segment from Gun Talk Radio discusses advancements in smokeless powders for reloading, focusing on temperature insensitivity and copper fouling elimination. Aaron Olger from Hodgdon Powder explains how modern powders maintain consistent performance across various temperatures, crucial for competitive shooters and hunters. He also highlights powders with copper erasing agents that reduce barrel cleaning needs and improve accuracy. The discussion touches on specific powder lines like Winchester's Stable series, noting their potential for increased velocity.

This video from Gun Talk features an "Intro to Reloading with Gavin Gear" hosted at their Range Ready training facility. The course, presented with support from Hodgdon Powders, Lyman, Nosler, and MTM Casegard, immerses attendees in the process of firearm reloading. The video includes insights from Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham and several students, offering a look at the class experience and what to anticipate from future Range Ready training opportunities. It highlights the expertise of Gavin Gear (Ultimate Reloader) in the reloading domain.

This episode of Gun Talk LIVE discusses new firearms and gear, including the Sig Sauer MCX Spear and Ruger AR556 MPR. It also covers training opportunities with Range Ready Studios and presents a report on the top firearm manufacturers of 2021, highlighting production data and market trends. The hosts emphasize the importance of ongoing firearms training and offer insights into effective shooting techniques, such as prone and barricade positions, and the practical application of red dot sights.

This video features Chris Cerino from Gun Talk Media providing a comprehensive walkthrough and comparison of Hodgdon's powder offerings specifically for reloading 300 BLK ammunition. It's designed for individuals interested in handloading this versatile caliber, offering valuable insights and guidance for their reloading endeavors.

This Gun Talk Radio episode features Chris Hodgdon of Hodgdon Powders discussing the current reloading landscape. He addresses powder availability, confirming that all powder companies, including Hodgdon, are operating at full capacity, with Hodgdon shipping more powder than ever in its 75-year history. Chris also introduces two new Winchester powders: StaBall HD and StaBall Match. The video encourages viewers to tune into Gun Talk Radio live and explore their podcasts and other platforms for more content.

This video features Aaron Olger of Hodgdon Powders discussing the company's extensive product line and the current demand for various powders. Olger highlights popular choices for precision long-range shooting, such as H4350, Varget, and H1000, as well as CFE 223 and the Winchester Stable 6.5. He also addresses the high demand for Blackhorn 209 for muzzleloader hunting and provides advice on where to find powders amidst supply chain challenges, emphasizing the importance of purchasing from reputable sources to avoid scams. The discussion touches on the growth of shooting sports and the factors contributing to current demand.

This video provides expert guidance on developing loads for the 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge, primarily for hunting applications. Representatives from Hodgdon Powders discuss ideal powder choices, the importance of using their reloading data center, and the process of load development. They emphasize safety, starting with published starting loads, and the iterative nature of finding an accurate and effective load for a specific rifle and bullet combination.