6.5 PRC - 142gr Sierra MatchKing with IMR 7977

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 necessity of sizing new primed brass, even if it appears undamaged. Kent Sakamoto of Hodgdon Powders explains that bulk packaging can cause neck distortions, impacting accuracy. The process involves adjusting sizing dies correctly, lubricating cases, and resizing to true up the neck, ensuring consistent performance and proper chamber fit. It's recommended to size all new primed brass to achieve optimal reloading results.

This video demonstrates the process of setting up and using a full-length sizing die for reloading. It covers both straight-wall pistol cartridges like 9mm and bottleneck rifle cartridges such as .223 Remington. Key steps include proper die installation on the press, the importance of case lubrication for bottleneck cases, and checking sized brass with a case gauge. The instructors highlight the function of the sizing die in returning fired brass to proper dimensions for chambering and the role of shoulder bumping in bottleneck cartridges.

This video details the process of reloading .223 Remington ammunition using Vihtavuori N133 powder and Hornady 40gr V-Max bullets. It extensively covers the comparison between a Lee Collet neck sizing die and a Mighty Armory full-length sizing die, including the intricacies of setting up the Lee Collet die and the surprising discovery of incompletely fire-formed brass. The instructor also discusses load development, velocity testing, and the impact of brass fire-forming on accuracy.

This video explains the fundamental reasons behind full-length case resizing in reloading. It details how fired brass expands and stretches, necessitating resizing for reliable chambering and proper bullet retention. The guide outlines the functions of a full-length sizing die and introduces three methods for its setup, emphasizing the importance of correct headspace adjustment.

This guide details a successful method for removing a stuck cartridge case from a firearm barrel using hydraulic pressure generated by a high-pressure grease gun. The technique, demonstrated by Johnny's Reloading Bench, involves a custom adapter and motor oil to hydraulically force the case out. The video highlights the importance of proper tools and high pressure, showcasing a successful extraction that saved a valuable Krieger barrel.

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 an in-depth review and performance test of the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6-24x50 rifle scope, presented by Johnny, an experienced gear reviewer. The review covers technical specifications, a practical tracking test (box test) at 100 yards, and optical quality comparisons with other Vortex models. Johnny highlights the scope's First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle and its value proposition for its price point, while also noting limitations in optical clarity compared to higher-end models.

This video provides a comprehensive guide to reloading .22-250 Remington ammunition, focusing on a Remington Model 788 with a Douglas barrel. It details component selection (brass, bullets, primers, powders), case preparation, powder charging, bullet seating, and initial range testing. The instructor emphasizes accuracy and velocity, aiming to develop loads suitable for varmint and deer hunting, while also highlighting potential challenges with certain components and the firearm's specific characteristics.