Precision reloading is easy. YOU complicate it!
2020 ж. 16 Там.
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We as humans have a tendency to complicate things, and reloading is no different. For some reason, we think that the more complicated it is, the better the end product will be. It doesn't have to be that way, today I explain the three different things that must be in check to ensure you have a consistent and efficient load. Once you get these three things corrected, you'll always have a good load.
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I'd like to see a series on dialing in a new barrel/rifle and building ammo for it with data. Cheers.
Good call, brother! Same here!
I would love to see this. In particular, I would like to know how to properly determine if the powder, the charge, or the seating depth needs to be changed and in what order you change them.
i concur.
@@Daekar3 - Did you watch the video and listen to what he said? First (1) adjust powder, charge or primer until you get consistent muzzle velocity (ED/SD = Extreme Deviation/Standard Deviation) then (2) Adjust seating depth until you get
Erik, I too like the yellow box freedom seeds but I my brain explodes when I look at the tip on my 200.20x bullets! The tips are so inconsistant it is embarrassing. I assume Berger considers it insignificant but I read where competition shooters are either uniforming the tips or running them through a pointing die. I tried the uniforming thing and again was surprised to see at the tip on side the jacket was way thinner than the other. For an object that is supposed to be spinning with precision at 40,000 RPM it does not give me confidence when I see what appears to be an out of balance tip. Additionally, It is adding yet another step to a rigorous reloading process. I have opted for the pointing die process but it upsets me every time I do it. I am curious on if you do any thing special for your F class freedom pills. Incidentally my Sierra Match King freedom pills have a much tighter tip but for what ever reason, I prefer the hybrid ogive design
After watching your 2 sizing videos they made too much sense so I switched to FL and shrunk my groups... then seating .050 from jam in .003 increments and they shrunk again to sub .28MOA..... you taught this old dog new tricks and I’m sold on your philosophies... they work. Thanks Erik
So deeper seating made it more consistent?
skin e I had to go .050” from jam due to mag length and start from there. Starting at .020” would’ve only made it possible to single feed
@@hank3152 still probably .030-.040 over standard which is probably half of whatever group it was originally lol. 👍🏻👍🏻 find happy length. Then find happy charge. Make brass the same and repeat.
@@MrT13 So, you found the right OAL prior to finding your proper powder charge? I thought I saw in another of Erik's videos that you should find your powder charge first, and then the OAL (I think it was the "Stop Chasing the Lands" video).
@@clintleffingwell8129 I dunno why I put then but yes you got me lol. You definitely definitely find charge with lowest sd first. I start 1-1.5% bellow max and work up a ladder in .2 increments. 4 shot groups till about 1% over. With once fired in that gun brass. If I care enough cause it’s a good gun and good caliber. Ie currents 6cm 6.5cm 6.5-284 28nos 300wsm. After lowest sd found I go .015 back then in .002 for the cheaper stuff. And .02 back and in .003 for the bigger. But you definitely are correct sd first after once fire with cheap powder primer and bullets. Then burn bump cut and get serious.
This guy is the man. No frills, does the job, and wins competitions doing it.
Hi Erik. Thank you for making reloading a lot easier with this video. I bought a brand new Sako Classic 30-06 rifle a year ago. I have always used factory ammo in all my rifles, but with this rifle, I could not get it to shoot anything better than a 3 moa group. I have tried more than 10 different types of factory ammo, but nothing worked. I sent the rifle back to Sako, and they cut a new crown and sent the rifle back. I still couldn't get it to shoot. I then decided to start reloading for this rifle. So, 1 year, 10 million hours on KZhead, 1000 rounds, and a gazillion rand later, I finally found the right load for the rifle. It now shoots consistent 0.5 moa groups at 100m. I know 0.5 moa groups are way below your standards, but coming down from 3 moa to consistent 0.5 moa groups is amazing for me. This would not have been possible without this video and your seating depth video. I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and experience. Without this information, I would have waisted even more money and time, and I would have never been able to get this rifle to shoot.
Erik, show us your load development start to finish. Would love to see your process!
That’s what I thought this video was going to be. I’m bummed it’s just a teaser. Hopefully he’ll show us his method one day.
That would be great if he did
@@mln19631 if you truely understand and listen up close He did exactly that I thought it was the absolute best advise for anyone reloading their own ammo because I did that for 40+ years of my life and I am capable of cutting centers out of targets and very long Distances PEDS OR PELR SHOOTER Precision Extremely Long Distance Shooter's You might want to consider go back watch this video again and you will learn the Variables that Dont matter and most of all what does Matter Most and He is Dead Center on Target with his Information... I have been to several ELR Shooting Competitions and I was surprised at I could see the biggest problem with most all on the Firing line shooting I will be joining in again shooting competition with y'all and I will be happy to help those out who ask me to thats the fun of shooting not to criticize a man or anyone who is actually truely helping others out if they just understand if not then go watch it again because I was truely Impressed with the information not many Expert Marksmen who figure it out often talk about the Factors they discovered what is relevant and not Relevant an the Big Ol Ya have Screwed the pooch if you Jamming or on the edge of Jamming a Round in the lands and Groves of the Barrel I have been using almost exactly the same formula for 39 years as a Precision Extreme Long Range Shooter Because for me its about hitting the Bullseye not looking like a shotgun splattered target nickel sized target at 1000 yards no Bullshit One Shot cold Bore no worries here..
Russ Brick Can you recommend the best way to lower the Extreme spread of reloaded ammo? I understand that combustion is key but what is the process from your past experience that’s required in achieving low ES?
@@bobbymat2706 I would have to see what your reloads information is and what your using for you powder load its burn rate how far you setting you round into the neck and how close you are into the chamber are you touching the Lands and groves of the rifling or just a few thousands away I like to help you Out but in all honesty its difficult without knowing your variables and loads and in my experience and shooting Precision Extreme Long Distances I like to take the time and work with the person and take the time to get rid of all of the Other Variables in the Shooter and the Weapon system.. The last person who i worked with was shooting groups all down low and right with a wide spread at a 1000yrds i took his weapon and it shot high and left i reset the scope and wore out the center bullseye on the target I like to plink at a 1000yrds for fun and laughs for me I handed him back his weapon and I started to get him to position his body right and his trigger squeeze down and then I had him load up a round and shoot he hit just a little low of center of the bullseye all in about a silver dollar of each other I check fired it once again and it still was drilling center on the target but i adjusted it up enough for him to hit closer and in the bullseye from time to time I only worked with him for one day and he i guess felt he would figure the rest out on his own he is back to missing targets at 400yards... there are so many variables in ELR shooting and if you truly Desire to shoot and wear out centers being a Precision Long Distance Shooter then You and I would need to take this Voice but I know these Videos are excellent information to get your loading group's tuned in Heck i have taken Box loads to Competitions and did really good just messing around having fun but i buy the same lot number on the box ammo im acquiring reloading equipment again because I am going to get back to shooting competition again things I pray will settle down in my life so I can go and have some laughs and relax and nail these massive plates folks shoot at these days Its funny... sorry it took a few to get back with you life got in the way again Brother Shooter
The only people that would dislike this is people that do not want to see other people shoot great.Erik you always give out great info much appreciated Thanks.
IDK , I didn't hear him actually say anything conclusive like what do you do if seating depth adjustments effects your ES ? What if your barrel doesn't like the 106's , is it the bullet or the powder that's the problem ? Can you have great ES and the barrel not shoot the bullet well ? He says he shoots two different 6mm bullets Why does one not produce good ES . Because that's where he starts . If the bullet shoots a good ES you're gtg ? How did he come up with the 106 as being the right bullet , why not the 109 ? Where should I start and why ? I think when he posts video's he forgets that he is starting at 85 while the watcher is at 30 at best in there understanding . You know like throwing a football , it's actually quite simple . Just arch + velocity , I mean get those right and there shouldn't be a problem . If you overthrow the target either decrease velocity or the arch , it's not rocket science anybody should be able to do it . I just feel Eric confuses experience with common sense . I did for years when trying to teach my employee's . I learned over time what I "thought" was common sense was actually many years of experience seeming like common sense . It was one day when I asked an employee , How do you not know that ( speaking of something he was training for ) and he replied why would I know that ? After just a couple seconds of thought I realized it was me not explaining things well was the problem and not the employee's lack of common sense .
@@MetalGod619 different calibres = different projectiles, it's that simple. This video is a breaking down into the three areas that affect ballistic accuracy. To delve further into each one is a simple search function away. The beauty in this video is the paring back to the fundamentals, rather than chasing your tail.
@@k2svpete , My point was unless you're an advanced reloader or have seen maybe all his other videos , this video is very incomplete . It's funny how guys/gals seemed to think there experience is the same as everyone watching . Maybe he should think harder about what the titles are of his videos ,I don't care what he says , precision reloading is complicated . He took a bullet , powder , primer and case combo I'm sure he's used maybe a thousand times already and acted like all that experience with those components doesn't factor in to the ease of figuring the load out . Then made a video saying how easy it is to figure out . Lets see him take a new rifle and use all new components he's never used before and see how uncomplicated it is . You give me a 175gr smk and IMR-4064 and I can make a video of how easy it is to find a load as well , seeing how I've shot that combo a thousand times +++ .
@@MetalGod619 it's not intended to be a comprehensive how to video. The title gives the clue, we over complicate things and forget the fundamentals.
Amen to that man
Eric it is refreshing to see a pro share his secrets/knowledge so others can benefit from it. I'm just a recreational shooter and reloader but the info you provide is still beneficial and fascinating to me. Thank you! Sam
I really appreciate someone of your skill level sharing your knowledge and not trying to pretend that you are some sort of magician.
You know someone is a master when he brings his art back to simplicity.
An idiot can make something simple, complex. A genius can make something complex, simple
True, most people overthink this. Although it is pretty complex, the solutions are usually pretty simple
A true master gives back to us newbies. Only someone successfull could have the confidence to give back to the sport that has given so much to him. I love his OCD like me. 😂 my INTP personality fits this sport well.
Erik, how about a complete series on load development? The entire process start to finished load ready for competition?
Not sure the tube allows that.
Erik, I’ve been reloading for 20 years and I’ve learned so much since I discovered your video’s about a year ago. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Things you teach work and I am grateful, keep it up.
Erik, you are greatly appreciated for making these videos. Please keep them coming, especially your full load development process.
People are mad because they've wasted so much time and $$$$ on fluff. Lol. Please do more!
As a freshman reloader (less than 5 years) I've found the internet forums overwhelming. I am old enough to know when a truly knowledged person says (KISS) Keep It Simple Stupid, I listen to that guy. Great information, thanks Erik.
This is exactly the type of info I've been looking for. Simple, common sense and easy to understand for a beginner. I've been a hunter for a long time and am just now getting into long-range shooting. Please make more content like this
Im glad you did this video. I load for hunting only because I was always intimidated by loading for precision shooting. Maybe no I’ll give it a try
Keep em coming! I appreciate it.
Keep them coming. Appreciate your efforts.
Erik, great content that gets to the point quickly and logically. I don’t think that enough time and exposure has been given to the subject of chronographs. I would really like to see you do a video on what to look for in a chronograph, how to set it up to get the best results, how you interpret the data, etc. Keep up the good work.
I've been loading my own since the '70's and EC is exactly right on piont with this!
What is EC?
@@henrypeters3084 Eric Cortina.
Erik, your world of "freedom seeds" and accuracy in competition is very helpful. Most of us will never be doing what you do but we make improvements where we can. Thanks!
Erik, Keeping them coming. I appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge.
This is really one of my favorite of your videos. Just cuts through it all and points an open minded person in a no nonsense direction. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you, Erik. This is a great roadmap for load development.
Thank you Erik. I've seen literally hundreds of "precision reloading" videos. Some that are very accurate technically, but it frequently leaves me with more questions than it answers. You nailed it for me, 3 things, I can work with that framing. THANK YOU!!! Keep this content coming Erik, the comments and views more than justify it's what people want to see and learn.
Thank you, this is a nice introduction for people unfamiliar with this subject. Ps: I’ll buy your 1/2 moa “shot out” barrels. 😉
Same here. Real cheap though....they are ready for the scrap pile😂
Falling in Love with this channel, in a reloading way. Great video Erik.
Another great video! Please keep them coming.... “freedom seeds..” love it!
Appreciate the teaching perspective, I try to keep the fundamentals and consistency in mind. Can you please do a video on neck tension meaning the effects and how to maintain consistent neck tension. Thank you for passing on your knowledge and experience that is one of the great parts of our sport. Al
After 4 years of reloading i have come to some of the same conclusions but had no confirmation until now. Some of the things you talk about have also expanded my mind quite a bit. Thank you for the no nonsense approach and real recommendations! I will look through your videos to see if you've done this already but it might be nice to have a video on reloading equipment brands and specific pieces That you have tried and prefer
I appreciate the time and effort to make this video. I love the simplicity, and common sense approach.
Watched twice, love to see your complete load development. Thanks for all the great info
Erik, Thank you so much for your time and knowledge. The shooters world does not have enough people passing out quality information. I mostly load for pleasure and am happy with a bang and hit the target. You and your vids have encouraged me to step up the game. It is a lot of effort you put into these lessons and freely share. Thank you so much! Maybe you could do a vid with tips when you are behind the pill launcher too!
I enjoyed this video! Please do a video when you have a chance on finding powder charge over a chrono. Thank you for sharing all this info
Now, Erik, why would any one get mad at you? Every time I go on your channel, I learn something, been watching you for years, and what you have done with the 284, is to die for, keep up the great work, and stay safe!
Thank you.
Glad you’re sharing great info and insight like this. Keep up the good work.
I subscribed after your Chasing the Lands video. More content please!
The things you pointed out are the same things I've been saying for years too, but people get caught up in the illusion of control obsessing over superfluous minutiae and not focusing on the fundamentals of precision.
This was so simple but so valuable to me as a novice reloader. Thank you SO much, Erik.
For everyone saying for Erik to show his reloads, have you not heard him say that youtube will not let him do so? But with that said i appreciate your videos Erik, I really respect what you have to say. You are extremely knowledgeable.
+1 I'd like to see a series on dialing in a new barrel/rifle and building ammo for it with data
I'd love this. I'm just getting into my first high precision rifle that was hitting .5-.7 MOA at 300 with factory ammo and am starting load development
Show us how you get there quickly with a chronograph.
Excellent video! Keeping it real and relevant. There are too many shooters who are chasing things that do not matter, when they should be focusing on these relevant and critical factors. Would like to see you do 3 separate longer videos of each of these where you demonstrate everything step by step!
I love the content and the simple approach. Teach me how to reload. Take me through your system step by step (and not just a tip or a teaser here & there). Content like this is worth paying for. Thank you.
Handloading for most of us, as I see it is a combination of book learning, hands on experience, and shared knowledge. Without sounding like a fanboy, you have knowledge based on your experience that cannot be found in a book, so sharing that knowledge with us would be greatly appreciated. Life is good.
Next three videos Combustion Barrel harmonics External ballistics - Consistent BC Number four Include equipment maintenance
Yes this^^^
Hopefully 🤔
this!
Tiborasaurus has a series of videos that if your a shooter you would want to know his information.
I just found your channel! I really like your simple explanations. I'm definitely going to try your seating depth technique. Keep up the good work
Keep the videos coming. I've been reloading for around 20 years now and I have learned a lot from your content. The crazy part is that it works like you know what you are talking about or something lol. Thanks for all of the info.
I'd be interested in learning more about your take on the "combustion" side of things. Especially neck tension and measures to keep it as consistent as possible (not only within one batch, but also across batches) and how different methods, techniques and tools affect this (neck turning, "necklenght" (consistency of case OAL minus base to shoulder datum line, if you know what I mean), annealing, outer neck sizing vs inner neck sizing (bushing die without mandrel vs. mandrey die to set neck ID or OD, consistency of inner mouth deburring, maybe even crimping, etc...) And also how big of a player neck tension even is in the overall combustion list of factors.
Holy shit! The barndomimium guy! Also DemoHQ builder! Didn’t know you had a reloading channel
I literally said the same ! Haha. I liked him before but now i REALLY like him !
Thought he looked familiar!
Yeah I like his barndominium videos. I really like these!!!
I have watched the three videos you mentioned and it definitely helped me tighten up my group . I'm def a beginner but got the tools for the job and was obsessed with doing it right . Thanks for these
Thank you for the lightbulb moments! Ive been attempting to reload accurate ammo for years, i have made some really low es/sd ammo that grouped poorly. After this and chasing lands 1&2, i realize i have potetially disregarded dozens of potentially great loads that werent seated correctly. I appreciate your style, you get your point across without alot of confusing tech specs. Keep em coming.i will try to figure out patreon, and try to pay for the knowledge you are sharing
I don’t care who gets mad, keep feeding us information.
"Combustion, harmonics, consistency. That's it." "NO! You need the square root of pie while you trim brass on the back of a bear riding a unicycle in a Florida hurricane!!!!" *Internet reloaders drool profusely out of anger* LMAO!!!!!
Does the type of pie change the math? I'm partial to pumpkin with a bunch of whipped cream, but if cherry gives better results I may have to reconsider my preference.
@@Ambivadox Yes.
I really appreciate your sharing of information. I have been chasing precision loads for years and have done pretty much everything. I have done all kinds of testing and eliminated outliers and narrowed it down to a few things, one of them being my shooting skills. LOL! This is really helpful and as I get back into precision shooting I will apply these principles. Thank you!
KEEP UUP THE GREAT WORK YOU DO" GREAT VIDS CLEAR,SIMPLE & STRAIGHT TO THE POINT"
Eric can you talk about what is acceptable as far as powder charge variation while reloading? I am looking for 1/2 minute to 1 moa accuracy and wondering if +or- 1 gr of charge is enough to actually make a difference. What is your procedure that you use?
1 grain can be a lot of variation depending on your cartridge and/or the powder type.
+/- a grain = possible maximum error of 2 grains difference between shots. That's a lot. potentially a dangerous lot, if your chosen charge is at/ near max pressure and is at max density, you could be pushing it a bit. Pressure with some powders can escalate very quickly with small changes once you're near max. 47 grs. might be fine, 48 might make a primer flatten a bit, 49 might lock your bolt shut and leave you beating on your bolt with a 2 x 4, or worse. You can throw them if you're getting 2 tenths or 3 between throws if it's hunting ammo you're loading. I weigh and trickle every charge for my 7mm match rig. At 100m a few tenths of a grain difference is insignificant, but at 900m a tenth can mean losing 1 point... and in close matches at high-level competition, 1 point is too much to lose. Throw 10 charges.. weigh it... throw 10 more in a clean pan. weigh it. do that for about half of the powder hopper. that will tell you if your measurer is throwing consistently. To be honest... my Hunting ammo IS as accurate as my match ammo... once the precision and accuracy bug has you, it's hard not to want everything to be bang-on. Like having sharp knives in the house... once you start sharpening.. they all end up razor sharp. If you're not as anal as I am about my numbers... you should be okay with a 1/4 to 1/2 MOA variation in your groups. That will hit the kill-zone of a deer well out beyond humane hunting ranges. A decent powder measure isn't all that expensive, nor is a good scale. Aim small, Hit small. Go for the 1/2 MOA groups. Your confidence will skyrocket, and your ego will thank you.
I would love to give this a try but I cannot find primers anywhere😩 no primers = no combustion 👊😎🇺🇸
I can spare a hundred. Shoot me your adress crushmasterflex1@yahoo.com
@@sancharino6878 I appreciate the offer but it is illegal to send primers in the mail. I really do appreciate it though 👍 if you ever need anything just let me know I would be glad to do whatever I can to help a fellow Reloader 👊😎🇺🇸
Lots of things are illegal. Haha. I feel your pain. This shit is nuts. God help someone trying to get 7.62x39. I drove four hrs out of state to get 4 boxes. Two box limit per customer. They failed to tell me that on the phone. After an hr of looking up gun shops till i found some. When he said no bueno only two i almost had a heart attack. By the way im behind enemy lines. No mail order ammo. The Nazi’s have deemed the public to dangerous to practice our rights.
And if i told you what i paid for it you would have an aneurism. Steel case junk at that
@@sancharino6878 I'll definitely be glad when things get back to normal. It seems like this happens every time there is a new election. Stay vigilant and stay safe out there my friend! 👊😎🇺🇸
That is a simple way of explaining it and it does makes sense... I'm a newer reloader and I'm always looking for basic info that breaks things down into a simplified way of diagnosing problems during load development like this. Great video as always keepem coming brother!!!
Really appreciate the knowledge you share, please give us more!!!
What is this "ES" you keep speaking of?
Extreme spread fps
I wondered the same thing.
Thank you for clearing that up
Erik, can you talk about your Dillon setup?
FINALLY! A no-nonsense video on reloading. I follow much the same process of diagnosing problems, but I would love to hear more detail about the order you approach load development!
Great reloading info for the new guys just starting out, and putting some of old hands back on the right track,
Love how you keep it simple, Great stuff Erik
Excellent advice! Learned this years ago when I was trying to shoot "competitively" here in CO. It sure simplifies the whole thing. I really started to sort it out when I got my first chronograph, what a game changer for me! Keep up the good work!
I just started watching your videos. I love the no nonsense straight forward no BS. I stopped reloading because I figured I needed all these other pieces of equipment for precision reloading. I am watching all your videos to see if I need them. I just wanted to say my Father RIP used to take us to the local hot spot so he could sip in some suds or two. During these adventures I was introduced to a man who shot pool. He said, "boy go over to that rack and grab me the most crooked stick you can find." I witnessed that man at a young age win every single game he played. He ran the table every single game as soon as it was his shot. He said to me at the end, "it's not the stick boy it's the man holding the stick and knowing how to use it." You remind me of him. Great videos. I hope to find a video you've already made from start to finish with tools used reloading. I don't want to waste money on things I just don't need. Amazing job Erik and thanks for sharing.
Back when I was a junior brux gave me a free service rifle for competition. Great company. Great shooting barrel. It’s what I got distinguished with
I love the simplicity that you break it down to, Thank You for doing this for us
Watched your video about “chasing the lands” after I struggled to find my rifles sweet spot. After I watched your video and reloaded a few loads. My first load was a 2/5” group. Thank you man. 🙏🏻
As an experienced pistol hadloader who is just starting out in precision rifle reloading, I really appreciate these videos. Thanks for your time!
Right On, Never wanted to fall down the rabbit hole of trying to tweek cases to the point of literal redesign. Simple works, always has for me. Great Vid Erik!
We love and respect your information, please keep it up, I’m listening👍
That somes it up Eric thanks brother keep them coming please !
I love your videos and the content. You have changed the way and all of the hard work that I put into my brass too little to nothing. Thank you very much.
Erik, I saw your concrete contractor April fools video, and although I don't know anything about concrete it had me laughing my ass off. I am a retired Marine Scout Sniper looking to get into F-Class T/R so I have been perusing the Tube looking for ANY good content. This video is OUTSTANDING! Some people just don't appreciate wisdom when they see it...because they are a box of rocks themselves, and their sponge is as wet as it is ever gonna get. Thanks for sharing your wisdom hermano!
Probably the best advice/video on youtube on modern longer range reloading , just listen to this 10 times guys..and then listen to it again
This info is much appreciated. Nice to see a concise video about what really matters from a guy that is walking the walk. please keep them coming. I started in the hobby with Zedikers books as the gold standard and you mirror a lot of his advice.
Erik, thanks for the videos! Great content. I don't hand load (reload), nor compete at any level. But I love shooting and learning. Having no real knowledge of reloading there is so much to learn. Besides the actual process, you've eloquently summed up the "how" to get where every shooter ultimately wants to be (small groups). Thanks again for breaking down the differences in powder loads vs. seating depths, or harmonics, and what is affecting the outcome. Oh, and I finally "get" your 'I Next Size' shirt! : ) Best,
Good advice Eric, Cheers!
Eric, thank you so much for taking the time.
One of the better reloading videos I’ve seen on KZhead. Subscribed. Just keep doing what you do. as a new reloader I really appreciate your knowledge.
Great video's Eric. Your tips are to the point and increased my learning curve! Great. Keep up the good work. Best regards J.C.
Thank you for the valuable information. I appreciate your reloading videos!
Great info, I have found the same results. Thank you!
I'm learning so much!! I appreciate you helping me out on my path to precision, thanks teacher!! 💪 I take personal pride in my case preparation. I try to make it as uniform and consistent as possible and I'm trying to learn to do the same thing the reloading of my "freedom seeds etc" I'll try to simplify it a little more like you said. Hopefully you can make a video on a step by step on how to prep and fully load a "freedom seed" and include a " LIST " For those of us that's are learning from you on how to reload the RIGHT way and also ALL the equipment you use and how you USE them and how you SETUP the equipment. for just, "1 full freedom seed and cartridge"
I love these videos! I started reloading a few months back And the amount of “misinformation” Out there is staggering.
Thank you for cutting through the B$ and providing a solid foundation with which to start. Grealy appreciated!
REALLY am enjoying listening and learning from your videos Erik! Gosh it’s a joy learning and gleaning knowledge of reloading and shooting from you. Would be just a dream to be able to sit down with you and pick your brain and really LEARN the art of shooting and reloading from you. Thank you for all you share!
Thank you for the info and please do more videos they are very helpful to new loaders and those of us that have been trying to learn for years alike!
So far, you're the only KZheadr that speaks in facts and common sense. So many of these dreamers get so complex, it's ridiculous for the normal average hunter/shooter like myself. I like to shoot, I shoot everything, trap, sporting clays, pistols, rifles of all types. I don't need to shoot .25 groups, but I want to see if I can get there, and with your info, It seems possible with my budget. Thanks so much Erik, From JW
This video, is the first one that I have seen, that breaks down how to diagnose, and tune a load for precision loading. i even have had friends that made a big deal about e.s., but failed to inform me why it was so important. Thank You! I have a chronograph, but seldom use it, because i basically used it for curiosity, or to determine trajectory for hunting. so you have opened up a whole new field for me to explore. so now i need to go do a lot of shooting to re-work up my hunting loads. and my accurate target loads.
Great video and really enjoy the concise info you are sharing.
Always good advice. I’ve watched your KZhead channels from your day job and didn’t know you where a competitor. I don’t follow the pro sports that much.But being an engineer I’m fascinated by all things design/engineer/manufacturing and this sport has it all. What I like is your ability to keep everything simple..Some folks want to overcomplicate to the point they no longer make sense.. Keep up the good work.
Discovered this channel by chance. I follow your 'other things' 😉 Love them too. Thrilled to see your tips on freedom seeds.
Erik, I’ve been reloading for years. In a matter of only a few of YOUR short videos I’ve been shrinking my groups… by a wide Margin! Thank you for simplifying things!
Im just a Big game hunter, but i have developed countless loads for the last 30 years doing exactly as you have described. This is valuable information, that i dont usually share with people! Free and valuable information on how to “truly” shrink your groups. You rock Erik!
Thank you for helping the shooting public. We are elated to hear how you do it. Your video's are second to none, please keep up the great work. I have been reloading for over 45 yrs., never have I learned so much from one person in such a short time. Hats off to you bro....
I appreciate your straight-forward manner. Thank you.
Excellent video, thanks for sharing.