A chronograph is indispensable for reloaders and especially during load development, but if used incorrectly, it will be of no use. A Chronograph measures bullet speed by recording the time a bullet takes to travel the distance between two sensors. Most reloaders use chronographs with optical sensors that measure light intensity. As soon as a bullet passes the sensor, the … [Read more...] about Correct Setup and Use of a Chronograph
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Introduction to the Ladder Test, Shooting and Aiming
Loading your own ammunition can be beneficial, but handloading or reloading can be an intimidating process when trying to determine the true potential of your loads and rifle. Here we provide a basic introduction to load development. One reason why hunters handload or reload ammunition, other than being cheaper and choosing better components, is to have ammunition custom … [Read more...] about Introduction to the Ladder Test, Shooting and Aiming
Load Development: Ladder Test Method
As mentioned previously, there are three main methods to use to develop a load for your rifle, they are the OBT (optimal barrel time) method, the OCW (optimal charge weight) load development method and then our preferred method based on efficiency of ammunition use and simplicity of determination, the ladder test method. In this article we will share with you how the ladder … [Read more...] about Load Development: Ladder Test Method
