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Zero from January - dead in July. Same box, same rifle - 90 fps of drift nobody touched.

Zero from January - dead in July. Same box, same rifle - 90 fps of drift nobody touched.

Discover the Federal GM215M, a match-grade Large Rifle Magnum primer engineered for ultimate long-range accuracy in magnum cartridges with slow-burning powders.

Discover the Nobel Sport 209/684 primer, designed for precise, low-output ignition in light target and sub-gauge shotshell loads, offering unmatched tuning flexibility.

Discover the Nobel Sport 209/688 magnum primer, designed for heavy loads, steel shot, cold-weather hunting, and slow-burning powders requiring reliable ignition.

Explore the key differences between CCI 209 and 209M magnum primers, ideal for heavy hunting loads, steel shot, and cold-weather shotshell reloading.

In the specialized and often frustrating world of sub-gauge shotshell reloading, Alliant 410 represents a significant engineering achievement by providing a modern flake propellant specifically tuned for the 410 Bore. Historically, the 410 Bore has been a challenging cartridge for…

Norma 217: single-base extruded rifle powder optimized for 300-338 class magnum cartridges like the 338 Lapua Magnum - designed for magnum primers and long barrels.

In the evolving landscape of high-volume shotshell reloading, the drive toward lighter shot charges has shifted from a niche preference to a mainstream necessity. Alliant Extra-Lite was engineered specifically to address this shift, filling a critical gap in the propellant…

Vihtavuori N105 stands as a sophisticated pinnacle in the realm of handgun propellants, specifically engineered to navigate the extreme ballistic requirements of high-intensity, high-pressure handgun cartridges. Developed by the Nammo Group in Finland, Vihtavuori N105 is marketed as a Super…

Alliant Power Pro 300-MP represents a modern advancement in the specialized world of magnum handgun and small-bore rifle propellants. Engineered as part of the Power Pro series, Alliant Power Pro 300-MP was specifically developed to provide maximum velocity and performance…
Magnum primers make a real difference in this cartridge.

Ramshot True Blue has earned its reputation as the most versatile handgun propellant in the modern reloader’s arsenal. As a high-density, double-base spherical powder, Ramshot True Blue bridges the gap between fast-burning target powders and slow-burning magnum propellants. It is…

Vihtavuori N350 is the slowest-burning propellant in the acclaimed N300 series of handgun powders produced by the Finnish manufacturer Vihtavuori. Engineered specifically for high-performance and high-pressure handgun applications, Vihtavuori N350 has earned a legendary reputation among competitive shooters, tactical professionals,…

Alliant Blue Dot is a legendary, high-performance propellant that has served as a cornerstone for magnum handgun reloaders and heavy shotshell enthusiasts for more than half a century. Originally developed by Hercules Powder Company and now manufactured under the Alliant…

The Professional Guide to Magnum Ignition The Remington 5-1/2 Small Pistol primer is a specialized high-performance component engineered to meet the demanding requirements of high-pressure handgun cartridges. While many reloaders are familiar with standard small pistol primers, the Remington 5-1/2…