7.5x55 Swiss - Reloading Journal 1

This video provides a detailed guide to reloading the 300 Norma Magnum cartridge using the Redding UltraMag press. Instructor Gavin from Ultimate Reloader demonstrates the setup of the press, including bushing changes for 1-inch dies, and the process of case sizing with Imperial Case Sizing Wax. He highlights the press's leverage for handling large cases and showcases on-press priming, emphasizing the mechanical advantage and defined stopping point. The video concludes with bullet seating using a micrometer seater and a discussion of powder charges and bullet selection for long-range accuracy.

This guide details the process of reloading .300 Winchester Magnum ammunition, as demonstrated by a Brownells GunTech expert. It covers essential steps from case preparation and priming to powder charging and bullet seating, emphasizing precision and safety. The instruction highlights the use of specific tools like the Area 419 Turret Press and RCBS MatchMaster Powder Dispenser, along with recommended components such as Sierra GameKing bullets and Hodgdon H1000 powder.

This video provides a comprehensive guide to reloading 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition using the Redding Master Hunter die set. It details the setup and use of both the full-length sizer and the competition seating die, emphasizing precision adjustments for optimal results. The guide covers case preparation, powder charging, bullet seating, and offers insights into achieving excellent accuracy for hunting applications, including long-range scenarios.

This guide details the use of the Lee Precision Deluxe Carbide Micrometer 4-Die Set for precise bullet seating. The micrometer feature allows reloaders to record and quickly return to specific seating depths, enhancing consistency and efficiency. The set is presented as a valuable tool for achieving repeatable results in handloading, especially when switching between different bullet types.

This guide details the process of reloading .308 Winchester ammunition, emphasizing cost savings and accuracy. It covers essential steps from brass preparation and powder measurement to bullet seating and final inspection. The video highlights the use of single-stage presses and various tools for consistent results, drawing on the speaker's 20 years of reloading experience.

This guide details the process of trimming and deburring brass cases for reloading, emphasizing its importance for accuracy and safety. It covers selecting the right tools, setting up a case trimmer like the Sinclair Le Wilson, determining correct trim lengths from reloading manuals, and the necessity of deburring the case mouth to prevent bullet damage. The video highlights how proper case trimming contributes to consistent neck tension and avoids pressure spikes in tight chambers.

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.