Loading 300 Blackout - ep 2 - First loading and function testing

This video reviews the RCBS Match Master Precision Case Trimmer, a collaboration with Henderson Precision, positioning it as a new gold standard for serious precision rifle reloaders. The trimmer features a high-speed motor, a three-way carbide cutting head for efficient one-pass trimming, chamfering, and deburring, and indexes off the case head for consistent length. It's designed for centerfire cartridges from .22 to .30 caliber and offers a high degree of precision, up to one-thousandth of an inch.

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 guide outlines the essential equipment for new reloaders, emphasizing starting with a basic single-stage press kit. Key recommendations include acquiring calipers and a brass tumbler early on. The instructor advises against overspending on initial kits, suggesting gradual upgrades like digital scales and automatic powder dispensers for convenience and speed as experience grows. He also stresses the importance of understanding cartridge overall length for safety.

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 demonstrates the use of a universal decapping die for efficient primer removal from spent brass before cleaning. The process involves setting the die on the reloading press and using the ram to punch out primers. This method is recommended to avoid damaging sizing dies with dirty brass and to prepare cases for thorough cleaning and subsequent reloading steps. It's highlighted as a simple and fast process suitable for beginners and even for involving younger family members with proper safety briefings.

This guide details how to reload .308 cartridges using the affordable Lee Breech Lock Press. It covers essential steps from case lubrication and de-priming/resizing to priming, powder charging, bullet seating, and final crimping. The video emphasizes the efficiency of the Breech Lock system for quick die changes and highlights the cost-effectiveness of Lee Precision products for home reloaders.

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.