Videos tagged with Hornady Brass

This video details the process of reloading 6.5 PRC ammunition, focusing on the use of a serviced Redding sizing die. It covers case preparation, sizing techniques to achieve proper shoulder bump, and initial load development with Hornady 140gr BTHP bullets and Reloder 26 powder. The instructor also addresses issues with brass consistency and provides insights into setting up dies for optimal performance.

This guide details the initial brass preparation for reloading the 6.5 PRC cartridge. It covers inspecting and lubricating brass, performing neck and full-length resizing, troubleshooting stuck cases, and preparing cases for priming. The process highlights the importance of proper die setup and lubricant selection for successful reloading.

This guide details the expert process of hand-loading ammunition for a vintage Alexander Henry Double Rifle in .450 3 1/4" Black Powder Express caliber. Larry Potterfield, demonstrating master gunsmithing and historical appreciation, covers component selection, bullet casting, lubrication, case preparation, powder charging, and crimping. The instruction emphasizes precision for optimal performance with black powder firearms.

This video reviews Peterson's new 300 Winchester Magnum 'Long' brass, highlighting its potential to improve case life due to a longer base-to-shoulder measurement. The presenter compares it to standard Hornady and Jag brass, noting the Peterson Long brass is closer to the fired dimensions of his rifles' chambers. This suggests less stretching and fewer reloads before potential case head separation, though it comes at a higher price point.

This guide details the process of reloading 6.5 Grendel ammunition using 120gr Hornady ELD Match bullets, focusing on powder selection and testing. Expert insights are provided on achieving optimal accuracy and velocity with different powders like Shooters World Match Rifle and Hodgdon H322, based on methodical range testing and analysis. The video emphasizes precise measurements and component selection for consistent results.

Instruction from a firearms enthusiast and reloader on preparing and sizing 300 Winchester Magnum brass. The video details the challenges of reloading for this caliber, including the long throat of the Thompson Center Compass rifle and the importance of proper neck tension and shoulder bumping. It covers selecting collets, setting up sizing dies, using specialized tools for case maintenance, and determining optimal seating depths for accuracy.

This video provides a detailed analysis of the 120gr Speer Gold Dot bullet for the 6.5 Grendel cartridge. The instructor, Johnny, conducts extensive load development using Power Pro 2000-MR and AR-Comp powders, presenting chronograph data, group sizes, and ballistic gel performance. He concludes that while velocities with Power Pro 2000-MR were lower than expected, the AR-Comp loads offered surprisingly good velocity and accuracy, making the 120gr Gold Dot a promising option for deer hunting.

This video addresses a perceived issue with 22 Nosler brass by presenting an alternative solution. The presenter explores the possibility of forming 6mm Hagar Hornady brass for use in an AR platform with a 6.8 SPC bolt. The discussion aims to offer a practical workaround for those interested in or experiencing challenges with 22 Nosler ammunition, directing viewers to the Predator Masters Forums for further research and community discussion.

This video details a load development process for the 6.5 Grendel cartridge using 135gr Berger Classic Hunter bullets. The instructor, Johnny, systematically increases powder charges of Accurate 2520 and Alliant Power Pro Varmint, meticulously recording group sizes and velocities at 100 yards. He notes the importance of temperature sensitivity in ball powders and provides insights into potential ballistic performance for hunting applications.

This video details the process of reloading 6.5 Grendel ammunition for a hog hunt, focusing on the 129gr Nosler Accubond Long Range bullet. The instructor tests two powders, IMR-4166 and AR-Comp, across various charge weights, meticulously documenting the reloading steps, chronograph data, and group sizes at 100 yards. The goal is to develop an accurate and effective hunting load, with a particular emphasis on bullet performance and powder selection.