Videos tagged with Reloading Myths

This video by SmythBusters features Caleb and Steve conducting a direct comparison test to determine if stainless steel pins are necessary when wet tumbling brass for reloading. They use two batches of 5.56 cases, one with pins and one without, to evaluate the effectiveness of the cleaning process. The experiment covers setup, cleaning solution, tumbling, examination of the brass (including primer pockets), and a borescope comparison to assess the results and whether skipping pins impacts the reloading process. The video aims to debunk the myth surrounding the necessity of pins in wet tumbling brass.

In this episode of GunVenture, Field Host Chris Cerino debunks common movie firearm myths and mishandling techniques. He demonstrates prevalent errors seen on screen, such as the one-hand hold, the self-racking gun, the misconception of a round always being in the chamber, and the idea of everlasting ammunition. The video aims to educate viewers about proper firearm handling and dispel cinematic inaccuracies, all within the engaging format of the GunVenture series.

This video delves into understanding modern gunpowder, emphasizing the vast increase in options available to reloaders. It highlights the importance of reloading manuals for accurate data, explaining that powders with similar burn rates are not interchangeable. The content visually compares flake, ball, and extruded powder types and discusses practical aspects of measuring powder, debunking the myth that extreme precision in powder charging is always necessary for accuracy.