Hello Everyone,
Well its 2015 in the age of electronics and gadgets, where a new thing today could be out dated tomorrow.
I was flipping through the newest Guns and Ammo magazine this weekend and started thinking about the different publications for the shooting community, as in Blogs, Magazines, Websites, Forums, Facebook and Podcast to name a few.
I'm lucky to live in a area that the local libraries carry books and magazines for shooting, reloading and gunsmithing. The library has multiple branches, so the possibilities are good on finding a shooting sports related book that is new or you haven't read yet.
Anyways back to the basis of this post, I decided to dig out my old Ipod touch my brother(Also avid shooter/reloader) sold to me. So I fired up the laptop, opened up Itunes, which hasn't been opened in years downloaded the updates and then on to my search for Shooting and reloading related podcasts.
Wow did this open up a whole new level for me. Way more podcast than I thought there would be. Well I just did a basic search for firearms, which lead me to Firearms Radio Network, they have a variety of podcasts from the AR-15 rifle to Reloading and everything in between.
All of the Firearms Radio Networks podcast have Knowledgeable hosts and guests, they feature up and coming items, news from shows like SHOT, The NRA Convention and many more. The reloading podcast starts from the bottom and works its way up the ladder of steps in the reloading process, with a big emphasis on safety which should be number one in everyone's book.
If you want to tune into some of there work at Firearms Radio Network here is the link to there website: http://firearmsradio.tv//
Lots of good information on firearms and related products on these podcasts for people to use right at your fingertips. Each week they're more and more coming out .
Thanks again for taking the time to read my blog, and please feel free to comment,
Rex
Thursday, January 22, 2015
Hornady GS-1500 Scale
Hello Everyone.
Today are product review as you can tell from the blog title will be the Hornady GS-1500 scale. I purchased this from a local store that I get my reloading components at. The reason behind this purchase was the size, I wanted a scale that was portable and compact just in case I needed to do some reloading in the field Whistle pig shooting or just at a range working up some loads.
Scale, Pan and check weight in box
Scale cover open and items out of box
Temperature seems to come into play for accuracy from what I've seen with this scale, it doesn't like when the temperature in the garage at my reloading bench is under 40F, neither do I. Wind and drafts will make the scale drift a little.
After being in a warm place and on a level surface, I perform the calibration of the scale as per instruction manual. I always weigh the check weight after the calibration to make sure it reads 100g and 0g when empty. After that I set powder pan on scale and press tare to zero out display.
I'm probably over doing it, but before each an every powder throw I am going to measure, I tare the pan then put the check weight in and check for a total of 100g, just to be on the safe side.
I really like the blue backlit display, really easy to read at most angles. Three button operation which is simple. In the manual it states this scale is not for trickling powder, I may try it just to see what happens, but that will be at a later date. I will add on to this post with results.
All in all this is a well built little scale, could be used on or off the reloading bench. So far I have weighed bullets and powder with this scale, while using the tare button before each weigh.
Well this concludes the review for today, please feel free to comment on this product, if I may have missed something or just to leave some more helpful info for other readers.
Thanks for reading,
Rex
Item for Review.
Today are product review as you can tell from the blog title will be the Hornady GS-1500 scale. I purchased this from a local store that I get my reloading components at. The reason behind this purchase was the size, I wanted a scale that was portable and compact just in case I needed to do some reloading in the field Whistle pig shooting or just at a range working up some loads.Basic features.
The scale has a weight capacity of 100g, with graduation or 0.005g. Unit comes inside a nice cardboard box with a magnetic locking flap. The box has a felt lined area that hold the scale itself along with the pan and check weight. Check weight is 100g. Instructions are include and cover topics as Before use, Operation, Weighing, Calibration, Performance tips and troubleshooting. Uses two(2) AAA Battery's.Scale, Pan and check weight in box
Scale cover open and items out of box
Product Review.
This unit comes with 2 AAA battery's include which is a plus, unless your like me and replace them with a quality battery from a known source(Duracell,Energizer,ETC.) Haven't tested different brands of battery's to see if they make a difference in accuracy.Temperature seems to come into play for accuracy from what I've seen with this scale, it doesn't like when the temperature in the garage at my reloading bench is under 40F, neither do I. Wind and drafts will make the scale drift a little.
After being in a warm place and on a level surface, I perform the calibration of the scale as per instruction manual. I always weigh the check weight after the calibration to make sure it reads 100g and 0g when empty. After that I set powder pan on scale and press tare to zero out display.
I really like the blue backlit display, really easy to read at most angles. Three button operation which is simple. In the manual it states this scale is not for trickling powder, I may try it just to see what happens, but that will be at a later date. I will add on to this post with results.
All in all this is a well built little scale, could be used on or off the reloading bench. So far I have weighed bullets and powder with this scale, while using the tare button before each weigh.
Well this concludes the review for today, please feel free to comment on this product, if I may have missed something or just to leave some more helpful info for other readers.
Thanks for reading,
Rex
Thursday, January 1, 2015
MTM Case-Gard K-Zone Shooting Rest
Hello all,
This is the MTM Case-Gard K-Zone shooting rest, I purchased this from a local shop last month 12/2014.
I received the MTM Case-Gard catalog earlier this year, after browsing the catalog and a few other options, I chose this product. Due to the fact I wanted just a basic rest that was easy to carry, adjustable, multipurpose, could double as a cleaning rest and a light gunsmiths rest.
After unpacking the rest, the front and rear pads/rests are in two pieces which you screw together, in the lower halves of the rests you can as a option add lead shot for weight, in which I did due to the fact I had some old lead waterfowl BB size shot which you can't use any more and that was a good use and home for the shot.
In the photos above, you see the retracted and extended rear rest.
In the photo above is the rest disassembled. The two rests on the left are what is filled with shot and there is a little storage area with lid in the center of rest.
Current rifles I used with this rest: Light Varmint, Heavy Bench and AR-15. Calibers used .222,.223,.243 have not used any large calibers as of this post.
While I used the rest at the range, I liked the amount of height I could get out of the front rest, I could go from shooting targets at 100yards, then raise it to shoot gongs at 200-400 yards easily and smooth. The adjustable front rest is easily adjusted with one hand with a left or right handed shooter(I shoot Left Handed.)
It has rubber feet in four places to keep the rest in one spot while firing. All adjustments can be locked down with threaded locking knobs.
The above picture shows the rear rest section, this is filled with shot. Below I will explain the marks on the rest.
So you can see the lines and calibers on the rest I marked, that is the spot that fits those rifles I used. I figured it would save me some time during setup, I can just adjust to the line for what rifle I am shooting. There is plenty of room for more on there I just happened to be using those two rifles the day I took the photos.
Also you can use just the front section with the rear rest removed for pistol use as well.
Please comment for any other info you would like or something I may have missed.
Thanks for checking it out,
Rex
This is the MTM Case-Gard K-Zone shooting rest, I purchased this from a local shop last month 12/2014.
I received the MTM Case-Gard catalog earlier this year, after browsing the catalog and a few other options, I chose this product. Due to the fact I wanted just a basic rest that was easy to carry, adjustable, multipurpose, could double as a cleaning rest and a light gunsmiths rest.
After unpacking the rest, the front and rear pads/rests are in two pieces which you screw together, in the lower halves of the rests you can as a option add lead shot for weight, in which I did due to the fact I had some old lead waterfowl BB size shot which you can't use any more and that was a good use and home for the shot.
In the photos above, you see the retracted and extended rear rest.
In the photo above is the rest disassembled. The two rests on the left are what is filled with shot and there is a little storage area with lid in the center of rest.
Current rifles I used with this rest: Light Varmint, Heavy Bench and AR-15. Calibers used .222,.223,.243 have not used any large calibers as of this post.
While I used the rest at the range, I liked the amount of height I could get out of the front rest, I could go from shooting targets at 100yards, then raise it to shoot gongs at 200-400 yards easily and smooth. The adjustable front rest is easily adjusted with one hand with a left or right handed shooter(I shoot Left Handed.)
It has rubber feet in four places to keep the rest in one spot while firing. All adjustments can be locked down with threaded locking knobs.
The above picture shows the rear rest section, this is filled with shot. Below I will explain the marks on the rest.
So you can see the lines and calibers on the rest I marked, that is the spot that fits those rifles I used. I figured it would save me some time during setup, I can just adjust to the line for what rifle I am shooting. There is plenty of room for more on there I just happened to be using those two rifles the day I took the photos.
Also you can use just the front section with the rear rest removed for pistol use as well.
Please comment for any other info you would like or something I may have missed.
Thanks for checking it out,
Rex
A Little About Me.
Hello Everyone,
As you know from the Blog title my name is Rex and this is my Blog.
Well I live in the Pacific Northwest, and enjoy target shooting and reloading. I don't get enough time to go out big game hunting, a few occasions I will get out for some ground Sage rat and ground squirrel shooting, so I am sticking to what I get time to do more of for this blog.
I have wanted and been trying to get into some competition benchrest shooting for the fun and enjoyment, but haven't had the time. Maybe this new year will bring some new shooting disciplines. I have shot at and enjoyed the 50yard .22 rim fire matches at my old range in California.
Anytime on this blog feel free to ask questions, put in your input or recommend something you would like to have reviewed(If Feasible to do so.)
Thanks again for visiting,
Rex
As you know from the Blog title my name is Rex and this is my Blog.
Well I live in the Pacific Northwest, and enjoy target shooting and reloading. I don't get enough time to go out big game hunting, a few occasions I will get out for some ground Sage rat and ground squirrel shooting, so I am sticking to what I get time to do more of for this blog.
I have wanted and been trying to get into some competition benchrest shooting for the fun and enjoyment, but haven't had the time. Maybe this new year will bring some new shooting disciplines. I have shot at and enjoyed the 50yard .22 rim fire matches at my old range in California.
Anytime on this blog feel free to ask questions, put in your input or recommend something you would like to have reviewed(If Feasible to do so.)
Thanks again for visiting,
Rex
Welcome To My Blog
01/01/2015
Welcome Folks,
Thank you for visiting my blog.
My plan for this blog in the future will be reviewing items related to target shooting and reloading. I plan on reviewing items I purchase or recently received, they may not be the newest on the market or "Top of the Line," they will be just a review of how they work, including pictures or videos, there will be no negative aspect on the item, as you will find through out the web on various online stores reviews or comments.
Thank you again, hope you come back here,
Rex
Welcome Folks,
Thank you for visiting my blog.
My plan for this blog in the future will be reviewing items related to target shooting and reloading. I plan on reviewing items I purchase or recently received, they may not be the newest on the market or "Top of the Line," they will be just a review of how they work, including pictures or videos, there will be no negative aspect on the item, as you will find through out the web on various online stores reviews or comments.
Thank you again, hope you come back here,
Rex
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