Pan Lubing Cast Bullets Presented by Larry Potterfield | MidwayUSA Reloading

This video debunks the myth of carving an 'X' into cast bullets for expansion. The speaker, identified as a hobbyist, explains that this practice is ineffective for increasing bullet expansion and could potentially weaken the bullet. The primary perceived benefit is humorously linked to vampire hunting, not practical ballistics.

This guide details the process of reloading .300 Winchester Magnum cartridges to create lower-recoil, more affordable plinking ammunition using cast lead bullets. It emphasizes case preparation, powder selection (Unique and Red Dot are discussed), bullet stability calculations, and chronograph testing. The presenter highlights the importance of case trimming and the potential challenges with 5R rifling and certain bullet designs.

This guide details the process of reloading .357 Magnum cartridges using 158-grain powder-coated semi-wadcutter (SWC) bullets and Unique powder in a Henry Big Boy rifle. The presenter, Johnny, walks through preparing brass, charging with powder, seating bullets to a specific depth, and crimping. He aims for an overall length of approximately 1.585 inches and uses 5.0 grains of Unique powder, a load he selected based on various sources, noting potential confusion with published data. The process emphasizes careful seating and crimping to ensure proper function in the rifle.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of using cast and plated bullets for handloading, emphasizing cost savings and performance. It delves into the science behind bullet alloys, hardness testing, and preventing leading in barrels. The instructor also covers the differences between plated and jacketed bullets and offers practical advice on safe casting practices.

This video provides a detailed review and operational guide for the TRIM-IT II case trimmer. The presenter, BC from Deuce and Guns, highlights the trimmer's key advantage: its ability to simultaneously trim, chamfer, and deburr cartridge cases in a single pass, a significant improvement over traditional trimmers that require separate chamfering and deburring steps. The review covers the trimmer's construction, including its carbide cutters, and demonstrates the adjustment process for different calibers, emphasizing its efficiency for high-volume reloaders, particularly those using cast bullets.

This video analyzes the current cost-effectiveness of reloading ammunition in 2025. It breaks down component costs for powder, primers, and projectiles, comparing them to factory ammunition prices. The analysis highlights that while component costs have risen significantly, reloading, especially with cast bullets, can still offer substantial savings, though labor and time investment are key factors.

This guide details a high-speed Cowboy Action Shooting stage, demonstrating expert transitions between a lever-action rifle, dual single-action revolvers, and a side-by-side shotgun. It highlights efficient manual shotgun reloading techniques from a belt carrier, showcasing advanced proficiency in competitive shooting disciplines. The video emphasizes speed and accuracy across multiple firearm types.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle. It covers visual inspection, the proper loading procedure for 7.62x54R ammunition, and live fire at an outdoor range, showcasing bolt manipulation and recoil control. The demonstration is presented in a silent, ASMR-style format by an authoritative demonstrator.

This guide details the complex process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from .32 Rimfire to .357 Magnum, addressing a pitted bore. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates disassembly, barrel removal, specialized reboring at Delta Gun Shop, chambering, crowning, action conversion, and final marking/finishing. The process highlights advanced machining techniques and specialized tools required for such a conversion.

This guide details the cycle of operation for the Winchester Model 12 shotgun, as explained by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA using a cutaway model. It covers loading, safety engagement, firing, extraction, and chambering. The explanation highlights the hammerless pump-action design and internal component interactions, offering valuable insights for gunsmithing and understanding firearm mechanics.