“Tag: handloading”

Reloading for a semi-automatic platform like the popular AR-15 requires some considerations that aren't present when reloading for bolt-action rifles. We run down the differences here.

Looking to streamline your reloading process? The Lyman Brass Smith Case Trim Xpress makes trimming your cases faster, easier and more precise.

In an effort to provide higher ballistic coefficients, minimized drag and greater consistency from bullet to bullet, Hornady now offers its unique, aluminum-tipped A-Tip Match bullets.

To combat the finicky nature of our 224 Valkyrie handloads, we decided to try using one of the newer 1:6.5-inch twist barrels on the market from Tactical Kinetics. Here are our results.

With the launch of 224 Valkyrie, handloaders across the country began experimenting with this new long-range cartridge. Here are a few lessons one SI contributor learned through this process.

Think all models of a rifle are exactly the same? We did a handloading test to check out just how "identical" two AR-15 upper receivers from the same manufacturer really were.

Western Powders offers its first, long-awaited resource for reloaders with the launch of its first-ever Handloading Guide.

Stepping beyond its ammunition offerings, SIG Sauer is now providing handloaders with precision-made brass cases that allow them to get the most from their reloaded pistol and rifle cartridges.

Three reloading setups are available from Lyman Products in 2018, each offering a different press design for handloaders to get started in the practice of producing their own cartridges.