Ep. 181 - Handloading for Success | The Winning Recipe |

This guide details how to test propellant temperature sensitivity, a crucial factor for consistent long-range accuracy. It emphasizes using a reliable chronograph and testing ammunition across a wide temperature range, from cold to hot conditions. The process involves calculating the muzzle velocity change per degree Fahrenheit to understand how temperature fluctuations affect performance, enabling shooters to account for these variations in their ballistic solutions.

This video discusses the reloading process and ballistic performance of the 357 Sig cartridge. The speaker highlights challenges in reloading, such as the need for steel dies requiring case lubrication and potential issues with neck tension. They compare 357 Sig to 40 S&W and 9mm +P, noting its trade-off of lighter bullets at higher velocities for momentum. The speaker expresses intrigue in further exploring its terminal performance through handloading.

This guide details the process of setting up a full-length sizing die for cartridge cases, a fundamental step in reloading. It explains the 'cam over' mechanism on Hornady presses and how to adjust the die for proper sizing. The discussion emphasizes that full-length resizing ensures cases fit a variety of firearms of the same caliber, though it can lead to faster brass wear compared to neck sizing.

This video details the process of load development for a Winchester Model 70 Featherweight in .22-250 Remington. The instructor, with significant experience in firearms and reloading, tests two different powders (Hodgdon H414 and Alliant Reloder 15) with Speer 52-grain target match boat-tail bullets. The focus is on achieving optimal accuracy, discussing powder charge increments, primer selection, and the impact of barrel type (featherweight) on performance. The instructor emphasizes meticulous load development and understanding the nuances of different powder types for consistent results.

This segment from Gun Talk Radio discusses the benefits and considerations of handloading ammunition, particularly rifle rounds. Expert Lou Smith emphasizes tailoring loads to specific rifles and shooting applications, such as hunting or competition, by selecting appropriate bullets, powder charges, and primers. He highlights how handloading can improve accuracy by reducing standard deviation and extreme spread in velocity, and stresses the importance of using loading manuals and working up loads cautiously due to variations in firearms and environmental conditions.

This video discusses the perceived effects of bullet weight on recoil and muzzle flip in 9mm firearms, particularly for competition shooting. While heavier bullets (147gr) are often perceived as softer shooting with a slower impulse, and lighter bullets (115gr) as snappier with a faster return to target, the actual experience is highly subjective and influenced by factors like powder charge, bullet construction, and individual shooter experience. The speakers emphasize that personal preference, developed through practice and experimentation, is the most significant factor in determining what feels 'best' for a shooter.

Hornady Manufacturing introduces several new ammunition lines and calibers for 2026, focusing on expanding hunting and precision shooting options. Key introductions include the American Whitetail Tipped line featuring SST bullets, expanded 22 Creedmoor offerings with CX and ELD-VT bullets, new 25 Creedmoor ammunition, and additions to the 338 AR-C, 300 PRC, 6.5 PRC, 224 Valkyrie, 400 Legend, 6mm ARC, and Frontier lines. The company highlights advancements in bullet technology, terminal performance, and accuracy across these new products.

The 22 Creedmoor cartridge, developed by Hornady, offers a compelling combination of speed, flat trajectory, and low recoil, making it highly effective for various shooting applications. It excels in maximizing aerodynamic performance with modern bullets, delivering minimal wind deflection and exceptional long-range capabilities. The cartridge is presented as a superior alternative to established .22 caliber rounds like the .22-250, .220 Swift, and .222 Remington.

The 22 Creedmoor cartridge, developed by Hornady, offers a compelling blend of speed, flat trajectory, and low recoil, making it highly effective for various shooting applications. It excels in maximizing aerodynamic performance with modern bullets, providing superior long-range capabilities compared to similar cartridges like the .22-250 or .220 Swift. Hornady offers the 22 Creedmoor in several ammunition lines, including V-Match, Precision Hunter, Match, and Superformance, with specific bullet weights and types tailored for different uses, from varmint and predator hunting to small and medium game.

This episode of the Hornady podcast delves into the history and performance of iconic rifle cartridges, focusing on the .308 Winchester family and its derivatives. The discussion highlights the versatility and enduring legacy of cartridges like the .308, .243 Winchester, and .358 Winchester, exploring their development, ballistic characteristics, and suitability for various hunting and shooting applications. The hosts, including firearms experts, provide insights into their personal experiences and the technical aspects that make these cartridges relevant today.