[Extreme] RCBS Rock Chucker Torture Test: Will it Load?

Published on November 9, 2025
Duration: 15:13

This video details an extreme torture test of the RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme reloading press, subjecting it to submersion, impact, and fire. Despite severe abuse, the press remained functional, demonstrating remarkable durability. The video then proceeds to a practical reloading session for .223 Remington ammunition, showcasing the press's performance in a precision reloading context, culminating in a shooting test that yielded impressive accuracy.

Quick Summary

The RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme reloading press demonstrated extreme durability by surviving a torture test involving fire, water, and impact. Despite damage, it remained functional and capable of loading precision .223 ammunition, achieving a .345-inch group at 100 yards after minor lubrication and spring adjustment.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction: Torture Test Setup
  2. 00:30Unboxing the Rock Chucker Supreme
  3. 01:15Press Aerodynamics Test
  4. 02:06Press in the Campfire
  5. 02:25Annealing Reloading Presses
  6. 02:55Post-Campfire Inspection
  7. 03:13Press Recovery from Hill Drop
  8. 03:46Cooling Down the Press
  9. 04:07Press After Shooting Test
  10. 05:29Summary of Torture Test
  11. 06:00Post-Torture Test Press Maintenance
  12. 06:36Priming Spring Issue and Fix
  13. 07:13Decision to Reload Precision Ammo
  14. 07:23Reloading Setup: .223 Precision Load
  15. 08:06RCBS Die Set and Case Gauge
  16. 08:14Sizer Die Setup
  17. 08:28Case Lubrication and Sizing
  18. 08:52Sizing and De-priming Process
  19. 09:16Case Gauge Check
  20. 09:36Sized, Deprimed, Reprimed Cases
  21. 09:42Adding Powder
  22. 09:59Bullet Seating Procedure
  23. 10:33Setting Bullet Seating Depth
  24. 11:27Press Performance and Shooting Test
  25. 11:33At the Range: Shooting Reloaded Ammo
  26. 13:00Shooting Results: Tiny Group
  27. 13:08Group Measurement: .345 inches
  28. 13:20Conclusion: Rock Chucker Supreme Durability
  29. 13:41Viewer Engagement: Your RCBS Stories
  30. 14:24Outro and Channel Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How durable is the RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme reloading press?

The RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme is exceptionally durable. In a torture test, it survived being thrown in a river, dropped from a hill, and subjected to fire, remaining functional for reloading precision ammunition.

What issues can arise from extreme heat exposure on reloading press components?

Extreme heat can compromise the properties of springs, such as the priming spring, reducing their tension and extension. It can also cause components like the spent primer catcher to melt.

Can a damaged reloading press still load precision ammunition?

Yes, even after severe damage from a torture test, the RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme, with some minor lubrication and spring adjustment, was able to load .223 ammunition that produced a .345-inch group at 100 yards.

What are the key steps in reloading .223 Remington ammunition?

Key steps include preparing cases (sizing, de-priming, priming), measuring and adding powder, seating bullets to a consistent overall length, and verifying the loaded cartridge with a case gauge and calipers.

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