On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Steve Hornady, Hornady Director of Engineering, Mitch Mittelstaedt, and special guest, Dave Emary. The guys discuss the 17 HMR or what we like to call at Hornady, "the little cartridge that could". The conversation further explains how the cartridge was developed and why it became an instant success. The guys discuss the first ever 17 HMR rifle build, in addition to some cartridge development stories with some interesting insights. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Ep. 081 - 17 HMR

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On this episode, Seth is joined by Assistant Director of Engineering, Joe Thielen, and Ballisticians, Jayden Quinlan and Jacob Morrow.  The guys go into great detail on the new Drag Variability Reduction Technology (DVRT™). This patented bullet tip design ensures the ultimate in ballistic consistency by increasing drag uniformity from bullet to bullet.  Topics include the definition of drag variability and how it is accurately measured, the DVRT design process, how and when this technology was implemented, as well as a comparison to BC variability.  We hope you enjoy this technical dive into Drag Variability Reduction Technology.

Ep. 127 - NEW Patented Drag Variability Reduction Technology | DVRT |

On this episode, Seth and Matt are joined by the new Heartland Public Shooting Park Manager and Hornady employee, Tom Busch. The guys discuss one of the most important parts of range safety – proper shooting range etiquette. Whether it’s your first time at a public shooting range or you’re a regular range guest, the guys cover some written and unwritten rules that can help us all. We hope you enjoy the episode!

Ep. 126 - 5 Rules of the Range

Mounting a rifle scope properly is VITAL to not only getting on target, but STAYING on target. Attention to detail here will pay dividends in the field. In this episode Seth & Preston take a precision rifle, scope, and rings from out of the box to range ready. The guys start by covering recommended tools and then dive deep into the process of installing the rings and then mounting and leveling the scope. This episode is filled with firsthand tips & tricks – we hope you learn and enjoy!

Ep. 125 - Let's Talk Scope Mounting

On this episode, Seth is joined in the studio by Mark Keefe, Editorial Director of NRA Publications. The pair walks through one of Mark’s articles in American Rifleman titled, “American Guns: 10 Firearms That Shaped Our Nation.” It’s stated that it was hard to choose only ten, but for the history buffs out there, we think you will enjoy this episode. 

Ep. 124 - American Guns: 10 Firearms That Shaped Our Nation

On this episode, Seth is joined by Hornady Project Engineer, Ben Syring. The guys explain the difference between Hornady Custom Grade™ Dies, Hornady Match™ Grade Dies, and Hornady Custom Made™ Dies. They discuss the benefits of each die and go through a few different scenarios and why you could use one die over the other. If you’ve ever wondered which die set to get, this is the episode is just for you! 

Ep. 081 - 17 HMR

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