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In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Erik Cortina alongside Chase and Josh for a deep, no-nonsense conversation about precision reloading, consistency, and what actually matters when chasing performance on target.
We break down real-world reloading processes used by top-level shooters, including why shiny brass doesn’t equal better ammo, how shoulder bump tolerances really work, and why extreme spread numbers don’t always tell the full story. From annealing frequency and neck tension to powder charge consistency, humidity control, and barrel maintenance — this episode cuts through internet myths and focuses on repeatable results.
Erik shares hard-earned insights from competition shooting, R&D work, and load development across countless cartridges, emphasizing one core idea: believe the target, not just the numbers.
Whether you’re loading for PRS, ELR, F-Class, or just trying to build more consistent ammo, this episode is packed with practical takeaways that can save you time, frustration, and unnecessary rabbit holes.
Topics covered include:
If you’re serious about precision shooting and want fewer opinions and more real-world experience, this one’s for you.
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In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Erik Cortina alongside Chase and Josh for a deep, no-nonsense conversation about precision reloading, consistency, and what actually matters when chasing performance on target.
We break down real-world reloading processes used by top-level shooters, including why shiny brass doesn’t equal better ammo, how shoulder bump tolerances really work, and why extreme spread numbers don’t always tell the full story. From annealing frequency and neck tension to powder charge consistency, humidity control, and barrel maintenance — this episode cuts through internet myths and focuses on repeatable results.
Erik shares hard-earned insights from competition shooting, R&D work, and load development across countless cartridges, emphasizing one core idea: believe the target, not just the numbers.
Whether you’re loading for PRS, ELR, F-Class, or just trying to build more consistent ammo, this episode is packed with practical takeaways that can save you time, frustration, and unnecessary rabbit holes.
Topics covered include:
If you’re serious about precision shooting and want fewer opinions and more real-world experience, this one’s for you.

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