Archives for: May 2013

SUPPRESSOR: SWR Warlock 2 Review

by Erik  

If you are looking for a dedicated .22 can on the cheap look no further than the Warlock 2 from SWR. The price of the can itself comes in right around the cost of the tax stamp but I can't complain about it's fantastic design and light weight. The onl… more »

AMMO: Top 5 dumbest calibers

by Erik  

Here is my list of the top 5 dumbest calibers. I chose these based on their lack of availability, cost, and substitutes. Here we go: .45 GAP - Chalk this up to Glock trying to re-invent the wheel .357 Sig - Only the US Government would be du… more »

RELOADING: sorting and cleaning brass

by Erik  

If you are new to reloading, one of the first things to purchase is a tumbler to clean your brass. There are wet and dry tumblers available but dry tumblers are very easy to use. They range in price depending on the brand and size you buy, but they ar… more »

SOLVED: Dillon XL650 throwing powder

by Erik  

If you are reloading 9mm, .223, or .308 with a Dillon XL650 chances are you have or are dealing with powder spills. As the shell plate indexes to the next station, it snaps into position via a spring loaded bearing underneath it. If your cases are loa… more »

RELOADING: standard primers vs. match primers

by Erik  

Have you ever wondered what is different about a "match" primer? Primers work by igniting the powder within the cartridge case. There are many variations is how they ignite. This depends mostly on the temperature and/or rate at which the primer will… more »

Florida gun background checks now done online

by Erik  

So I was at my local gun store (LGS) last week and noticed something interesting. A customer was waiting paper work for a new gun purchase. Now, usually you see a member of the staff with a phone in their ear waiting for the background check approval… more »

Lead vs. lead cast bullets

by Erik  

So you want to start shooting lead bullet huh? Using lead bullets is a great way to save money over using jacketed or plated bullets. However, there are a few things to look for when buying lead bullets. First, you don't want pure lead bullets.… more »

Why use a single stage press for reloading?

by Erik  

If you are new to reloading you probably have done some research on different types of reloading presses. If you want to reload large amounts of ammo you will absolutely want a progressive press. However, there are several instances where a single sta… more »