Seating bullets to final depth before match

[@craignapoli]

Erik, you offer an extremely valuable service to those of us who are not to proud to admit that "we do not know everyting" you do this in spite of public criticism, You Tube red tape and in between your own busy home, work and pro shooting constraints, I personally cannot thank you enough and i pray that you find the time to produce a book so that myself, my children and future generations can benefit from your easily digestible instruction style and no nonsense "pure gold" wealth of knowledge.

[@slack3r21]

Screw those haters, there was no luck. You are a bad ass and an inspiration. Keep making videos!

[@garyhowe3360]

i'am 78, dad started me reloading when i was around 12. Back then was a hole lot less complicated LOL .Thanks. Goes to show your never to old to learn something new.KEEP up the good work.

[@gc5Hayward]

Rock on bro! Keep ’em small

[@ramsaycountry1177]

Yes drop a video everyday. WE'LL WATCH THEM!!!!!!

[@ScottWeinand]

Love the daily videos. Hungry for more info nuggets every day. Appreciate the extra work you put in to help the rest of us idiots out

[@ronh5422]

Thank you for taking the time to publish these videos. i have been loading for almost 50 years ( just for fun) & I learn some thing new every video. Please continue and I am looking forward to the F Class loading info. Got a lot of respect for you. Good luck at the match....

[@johnnyi2121]

Shell holder in the puller: brilliant idea!

[@eragon52100]

I love watching the vids and learning.

[@SikaSeeker]

Loving the vlogs mate, with as much knowledge as you have, theres always lots of little gems of info that come thru when ya just chewing the fat. I know how much work is involved with making and editing these vids. Really appreciate your commitment to this. Cheers from New Zealand!

[@stefanejonsson2044]

I can't get enough of Erik Cortina... you have been so helpful in the past, present and hopefully in the long future... really really appreciate your videos! Every thing is so simple...

[@bigal4334]

How about a video on how you clean using CLR?

[@redleg1013]

I'm loving the content, thank you for sharing your time with us.

[@brandonschlund8089]

Thanks for doing what you can for the channel! I hope it continues to grow despite the issues with KZbin. I’m sure I speak for many others but we appreciate all the information. A lot better than most tubers out there!

[@brianowen497]

I can not thank you enough for all the information you're passing along. As a 64 year old reloader, shooter and hunter for most of my life, you have opened my eyes as to the newest methods for loading. Some things haven't changed much, but a lot of it has compared to 20 years ago. Wishing you much success. You have certainly earned it.

[@Niobium23]

You are doing a fantastic job sir! Keep fighting the good fight! You are hugely appreciated!

[@badbryan87]

As someone looking to hop into F class I love these videos and all the knowledge. It's cool to learn what I can while waiting for the last few reloading pieces to come. Also someday I'd love to see your new case prep process. Especially because there seems to be so much hocus pocus surrounding the process so it would be nice to hear a no B.S. viewpoint

[@stridor0606]

I love the daily vlogs, I feel like I learn a lot more that way. It feels like natural teaching vs a syllabus of things you will forget

[@grabbabitewelfed1641]

I think your doing a good job, I’m not quiet up to your level yet but you do a good job of explaining yourself, when it comes to equipment, I’m a firm believer in high quality, you get what you pay for.... love your videos, please keep them coming bro✌🏼👍🏼

[@foonus406]

Thanks for another great video. I appreciate you taking the time to make them. One word of caution when you are riding down that loading ramp to half position its a tighter fit to get the round in there (drop), It's more important to watch your fingers when you work that press lever than your camera for us here.

[@kevinbrooks9740]

I love the "I could too if......." guys. I have shot another shooters precision rifle and yes I shot his properly set up gun better than I shot mine. However I did not shoot as well as he did. Equipment helps your preparation show up more. Love the channel, keep the videos and information coming.

[@boghammar1423]

Used the shell holder in my bullet puller today. Works great

[@michaelbirkoski987]

You’re videos are great. I like to watch and learn. My son just made his longest cold bore shot at 1407 yards with his 300 RUM. we are always looking to improve our shooting game.

[@julianmclellan408]

Yes! The shell holder tip for the kinetic bullet puller was fantastic! I have already passed this trick on to 2 of my shooting buddies and they were also thankful for the tip. Cheers Erik 👍 Also going to try CLR to remove the carbon after my next shoot to see how it goes in comparison. Love your work, thanks for taking time out of your day (and a lot of long nights) to help improve the sport.

[@metalifann42]

Keep em coming. I learn something new from every video. Showing your mistakes shows high integrity as well. You gain credibility when you're honest about the good and the bad. Well done sir.

[@brettanderson6743]

You answered my question before I even needed to ask. Love your channel.

[@HELIJOE212]

I like all of the little tips and tricks you throw out! (The shell holder for the puller! Awesome) Always nice to get another perspective, keep the tips coming. Thanks!!!

[@RWeeks-hx9ut]

Really enjoy the videos. A lot of KZbinrs talk the talk but they never show the results. You not only have the experience, but have the results as proof. I have a hard time trusting some of these guys that don't have the bona fides that you possess. Keep up the great work and good luck!

[@jaypauley5665]

You have helped me tremendously i shot a .080 5 shot group out of my RPR 6.5 yesterday. One hole group was awesome. Thanks!

[@ErikCortina]

Awesome! Good job!

[@UncleBsReloading]

Love this VLOG series Erik! It's like sitting in the shop with good friends just talking about stuff we all love to do. Bonus for us is, we get to chat with one of the best. Appreciate your time and love for the sport!!

[@tonystewart7287]

Subbed from New Zealand, appreciate the good tips, will try the CLR

[@lukelyons7224]

I'm really glad you take time to read all the comments and answer questions we might have. I was going to ask about crimping, you beat me too it. Good to know. I've never crimped. Never saw the need for it. Love the your content and look forward to the content to come. The knowledge you're sharing is priceless.

[@gobangs1117]

These days when someone asks me about handloading I just say "watch Erik Cortina"! Good luck with the match!

[@greggarmin9426]

I followed your recommendation on the Wipe-Out Patch-Out. Just waiting on delivery. I personally say thanks for sharing your information! Not many pros would.

[@seancutler4097]

Keep these videos coming! Lots of good info, some good humor too!

[@timothybutler1]

The daily vlog videos are great. Also liked the reaction to the KZbin reloader advice video. I really like how you explain and substantiate your advice with real world scenarios based on your experience.

[@kip6006]

Thanks for the chat! I appreciate all your videos! Congrats on finishing the weekend. Checked scores on PRS!

[@unclebob46]

On the kinetic bullet puller you can also use the 3 piece collet after you pull the first bullet, just put the bullet up against the mouth of the pulled case and slide the collet onto the round needed to be pulled. The collet will work both ways. I don’t like to use the shell holder trick if I have high primers that need to be pulled.

[@wrstew1272]

I just found your channel, and glad I did. Got into reloading about twenty five years ago, and a friend gave me like ten to fifteen years of Precision Reloading (I Think) it was the benchrest magazine of the day. Learned all about neck turning etc. and then a wife, change of location and job House burned and all my reloading equipment and thousands of dollars of components went up in smoke. Retired now and have the time to get back into the hobby. You are doing Wonderful work here! Thanks for taking the time to make these videos! Ever get to Lake George New York, think there’s a famous range there.......an hour fifteen south of me.

[@haroldmitchell7437]

Please keep up the videos, love hearing from a pro that wants to share their knowledge.

[@Chris-Garrod]

It's so nice to see a down to earth shooter sharing his excellent knowledge. I'm a sparks (electrician) in the UK and try to get work done to free up shooting time too.

[@andrewroberson724]

I really enjoy your content and appreciate the time you put into passing down the info that most of us wouldn't know. Great work! Oh btw, that CLR trick is good to go.

[@rhcockrum8746]

Please keep doing the vlogs. I like them a lot. I have picked up so much information. I appreciate you taking the time to share. I can't wait for the F-class reloading series. Thanks!

[@SBSATS]

Love all your videos. My attitude is that there is no such thing as bad info. Just sometimes inaccurate info. I only hunt but everyone loves accuracy. 1 other thing about the bullet puller and shell holder trick. I discovered it back in the late 70s after losing a piece of the rubber band setup (which used to be a keyring setup) anyway another trick to save the bullets is to glue a foam earplug in the bottom. Works great especially for lead tipped hunting bullets. Keep up the good work.

[@gregorydelvalle7740]

Love your daily blogging videos. 👍🏼😃 Thanks for showing us how “real” you are. Thanks for being transparent. I appreciate that.👍🏼

[@arnoldfoote1925]

Keep the videos coming great work, From someone that likes to help all Shooters and Reloaders, thanks again

[@rocknraptor3195]

Im not new to ammo & reloading but definitely have picked up some tips lately. Was putting some shots through the same hole today!!😁 Great feeling when everything is on point & the rifle is hammering! NO crimping rifle rounds, I could tell you didn't!!

[@michaeltaylor7436]

Erik, I caught your comment about the Hornady camlock bullet puller. I have used a hammer type bullet puller, but often the bullet bounces up and is cut by the mouth of the brass. The hammer is also pretty useless for small bullets like 17 or 20 calibers, even some 22s, as the weight is too low, not enough momentum. Once I learned how to set up the Hornady, it is faster and does not damage bullets. A couple tips: #1 Clean the bullet with 90% rubbing alcohol or acetone to give a good grasp of the bullet. Then you need only light to firm pressure on the lever to clamp the bullet. If you let the bullet slip, it scratches and ruins it, so first clean it! Also, clean the collet. These solvents dry fast and do not leave any oily residue. #2 After the bullet comes out, push up on it, it will then release out of the collet and fall in your hand. #3 If there is not much flat bearing surface showing on the bullet, you will not be able to get a good clamp on it. For example, like the deep seated 204 Hornady factory cartridge. The minimum is at least 0.060", maybe 0.100". Eric, your interviews with Jack Neary, and other great shooters have been fantastic! Thanks so much.

[@joebarna4874]

all you have do is put masking tape on bullet puts no marks when pulled

[@dexterwarrington8615]

I'm in the process of watching every one of your videos and finding such valuable and new information that is making my learning curve so much less of a chore. Thank you "professor", you are the best~!

[@Ebbyman413]

I've used the shell holder with the bullet puller since I bought it... can't remember where I picked that trick up either. Also, anyone who claims they can pull that group off shooting off-handed, please include a link to that video! I enjoyed being wowed by sharp shooters.

[@5000rgb]

I like shooting offhand but at 1000 yards it's a different game.

[@michaelzimmerman6647]

I reloaded ammo when my kids were young, they all wanted to help, I had one knocking out primers and one seating primers I had another one measuring out the powder and then I would pour the powder in then another one would do the seating of the bullet. My kids have all been raised around firearms and now that they are all adults they all have firearms. Teaching responsible gun ownership, I feel is one of the most important things other than Jesus Christ that we can teach our children, love your videos, keep up the good work and good luck on your next competition

[@redge3726]

I appreciate your time, effort, and energy to bring us the videos!

[@evanaspiotis9967]

Thanks for putting together these videos, I really want to see you do a brass prep video from start to finish. Every detail, new brass, fired brass volume sorting, neck turning, full length sizing, triming, bumping shoulders, concentricity, Thanks in advance, Evan.

[@honestguy6345]

I appreciate how you explain various aspects of reloading and shooting in the simplest terms. Great videos bro

[@randy-x9f]

You constantly improve your craft and pass on knowledge, those that do not understand never will.

[@cameronschmidt3508]

I’m gonna try the CLR! Carbon is a pain on brakes!! Also keep up the content! Love it! I’d like to see some gunsmithing tips too.

[@cameronschmidt3508]

If your brake is nitride coated. Don’t use CLR.

[@ReubenOaks84]

Love the content Erik. I've never reloaded before or done any match shooting but would love to one day get into it. Thanks for all the knowledge your passing on and God bless.

[@mikemcilhenny5329]

Good luck and have fun at your PRS match, Erik! I used your load development procedure today. 6BR rifle that I was getting decent groups at 100 yd. but not at 200. So I worked on the powder charge last weekend and got my best ES at 28gr. Varget. This weekend I worked on seating depth and had 3 consecutive loads that agged at .150" @ 100 yds. on a windy afternoon. Next weekend loading 15 rounds and shooting 3ea. 5 shot groups @ 200. Feeling very confident that your method has me on the right course. Thank you for your videos!!

[@ErikCortina]

Almost like cheating isn’t it? 😁

[@mikemcilhenny5329]

@@ErikCortina Yes sir. My powder charge, using your method, is .5gr. less than I was using. Hopefully, that difference, plus the seating depth change, will show up at 200yd. Can hardly wait until I get to the range next weekend!!

[@terrysharp4376]

Love your pod cast,s Eric. And thanks again for the tip on the caliper measuring 4 functions

[@henryherman9113]

Hi Erick..I use the Collet puller did exactly what you did .You were saying about the ring on the bullet etc..Did something different..Say for instance you wanted to pull a .243 freedom seed now you take that .243 Collet it did leave marks on my bullet that I didn't like..So what I did I went 1 step collet up..Took a .25 collet grabbed that bullet perfect with out damaging it.

[@Grunt336]

Love the no nonsense approach. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. 👍

[@finaloption...]

I appreciate every ounce of information you're willing to share. Thank you so much!

[@chriskloster13]

Eric thank you for the hard work putting these videos together, there are a lot of us hungry for good high level reloading info.

[@ramsaycountry1177]

Yes Erik, I want to see the f-class prep!!!!!! I ordered 16lbs of vv n150 for my two 6x47 builds. What powder are you running in your 284 shehane? I'll be looking for the tapered tuner to come back in stock.

[@stevemoon4458]

Erik love your channel, new to long range and just starting loading my own 6.5 creed. I'm slowly following your advise once the rest of my tools and good dies come in. Keep it up

[@anthonyc2370]

What a small world. I shot with German when he lived in Miami. Great guy his enthusiasm for shooting was amazing. He helped anyone and everyone with the sport. I always enjoyed his writings. The next time you see him, tell him I said Hi!

[@nathanbennett1519]

I have been shooting my 6.5 creed more. I find your videos by far the most entertaining. Thank you.

[@sawhill729]

Two tips. The shell holder with the inertial puller, and calipers to measure the resizing die, absolutely wonderful. Here's one you probably haven't heard. If I had your gun, your rest, and your ammo, I still couldn't shoot your groups.

[@InvestorAcademyPodca]

New intro is sweet, keep it up! I still crimp, but out of habit. I picked up some new Lapua brass and next week will load some up with and without crimp and would be surprised if I don't change my program. I have been resizing with an expander die and bought a micrometer to do some measurements for ordering bushings and a Redding die, it will be interesting to see what difference that makes on the chrono and paper. I have seen some people use the bushing and then a smaller expander just in the hope of smoothing out any concentricity issues but it doesn't look like you do. I'll try with just the redding type S and compare that to the normal full size with expander and let the data decide what is right.

[@markthegunplumber8376]

Erik, thanks for the Video's. i know it takes time away from your family and reloading and work. i spend at the least 1 hour per day in the morning reloading and prepping brass for 5. F class rifles i have and the rest of the time building them for customers. Future video suggestion " reading wind ".

[@davidhutchinson6108]

Thanks Eric. I really appreciate all the time you put into these videos. They're very helpful to me.

[@garyhammond.greatinfo.9225]

Thanks Eric for your input.

[@joneifer8987]

Nice idea about keeping the same shell holder when setting seating depth. I have a different brand reloader but it makes sense. Collet pullers are only for rifle bullets. No bueno for handgun bullets. Thanks

[@daahodaar]

I can't wait for your vids, you share so much knowledge and tricks. Keep up vlogging, I really like your vlogs!

[@scottwatson5767]

Erik, I am basically new to this type of shooting and a lot of your tips make real sense! I have seen a few of the response videos others have done, like the LANDS video. I hope you don't let those guys get to you. The points they were trying to make but never really did, made no sense. Like the channel and the tips you provide man. You need to go do a collab with Matt over at Demo ranch [ other than building a building for him] do a shooting video. Great channel, keep the tips rolling.

[@larrynevills7648]

Love all your vids! I am a CLR-convert after watching your video. It works great!! Thanks!

[@gilbertsn431]

Yes, please keep posting daily.

[@jimmcclain2374]

Eric, I'm really learning a lot of new things from your vlogs, even though I've been reloading since the mid 60's. Started with working up loads for my new 22-250, and having some friendly competition with my military friends. 5 in a dime was the group size we sought to attain back then at a mere 100 yards!!! Recently have adopted some of your "advanced procedures" and am finding them very helpful. Bullet concentricity has become an issue recently on one of my calibers. (since I acquired that piece of test equipment). .010-.015 runout seems a bit much. I'm curious as to which seating dies (manufacturer) you are using or would recommend for me to use on my RCBS "Rock Chucker" press?? Keep the great videos coming....I'm very appreciative of your knowledge.

[@cloverdaleservicecenter734]

I really appreciate you sharing you knowledge. Have only been watching for about a week. Already trying out some of your tricks. Thanks, John

[@scottturner3081]

Thanks for your time

[@cameronkeating6780]

Erik, The best product to keep notes that I have used is OneNote, I can take notes on my computer, and they are available with me on my phone instantly. I actually built a template for each database on my load data. plus it will time stamp when I created the notes, so I will know the date and time I created that load. Check it out.

[@fluxcapacitor05]

This is good advice. Onenote keeps things very organized, and if you have a tablet you can actually write with a stylus like you're writing on paper.

[@LifeisbetterwithaMalinois]

Yes big thank you Erik. I am new to long range, your guidance is much appreciated! Learning a lot here...and it works!

[@maartinfriedrich4650]

Eric, thank you for your vlog and videos. Enjoy it and learn a lot, especially not over complicate things. Appreciate your time and knowledge. Good luck with the PRS.

[@gregknouf7449]

I use painters tape with the load written on it. When I change powder the tape goes on the jug and new powder and new tape for the different load. Ive made the same mistake. It happens just dont want to repeat it.

[@GunFunZS]

I do that but the tape goes on the powder measure.

[@coloradodrew]

I do the same thing

[@coloradodrew]

Then the tape goes on my ammo box

[@gregknouf7449]

Sounds like it works.

[@rocknraptor3195]

I right ALL my info down & goes in the book, also ammo boxes & wherever I may need it. Learned that from not doing! 😁

[@nope1325]

Thanks for taking time out of your day to help educate someone like me.

[@hervbreault]

Soaking up your vids. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience!

[@johnsimonelli9988]

Erik, don't pay any attention to the haters they never run out of trash talk. I was blown away by your 1000 yard one inch group!!

[@daveengstrom9250]

I have reloaded now for nearly 50 years. I really hate not having primers or bullets on the shelves to buy. I used to be a machinist and measured many things in thousandths or 10 thousandths of an inch. When you spend years doing things like that and when one understands internal ballistics, "chasing accuracy" becomes an addiction. I enjoy your videos very much. I never had equipment like you use, but I would have liked it. I have NEVER shot 1000 yards. My hat is off to you.

[@tonyb.4824]

Put a barrel tuner on my 223 bolt rifle. Great results! Thanks for the tip.

[@omararmendariz7568]

Keep it coming Eric! Great info.

[@saltcreekammo]

I just picked up a Hornady bullet comparator. I'm pretty impressed with how much more consistent my seating depths are measuring from cartridge base to ogive. Hopefully it tightens things up.

[@USAACbrat]

I actually had a use for the step feature the other day, measure the forcing cone on a 51 Colt.

[@andicerocks]

Thanks Erik! Laying concrete is no easy thing! Done it a time or three. Hope you do well in your match!

[@firestomper734]

I Appreciate all the work you do to share your knowledge . Keep them coming.

[@hoo-t]

Paused the video to add this... I'll give another thumb's up for the shell holder in the kinetic puller suggestion. I used it yesterday pulling down some 500 S&W magnum rounds. Great suggestion. Thanks!!!!!

[@ElfstersRiflesandReloading]

thanks for spreading your knowledge buddy :)

[@chavoac9713]

Just found this channel. Great content. That's a great tip about marking the location on the station.

[@douglaswinningham7871]

Keep up these great informative videos, you have shown some methods that i haven't used and definitely are a game changer. I would like to see you make a video on how you clean your barrels.

[@ronkasallis8587]

I use a Dillon 550 for all my precision cartridges. Tim MilkOvich showed me that you can load Precision cartridges with Dillons .Thank you for your info it has helped me out in the pass .

[@BigRob345]

The shell holder in the kenetic puller does work really well, I tried it the other day