CCI #450 - PrecisionRifleBlog.com

Best Rifle Primer – What The Pros Use

Cal April 5, 2025 Ammo & Handloading, Primers, What The Pros Use 25

When 63% of the best long-range shooters agree on something, it’s worth paying attention. We dug into the match ammo of the top 200 PRS competitors to find out what rifle primers they’re using – and what that reveals about performance and consistency. Find out what sets the top shooters apart and whether your load is leaving performance on the table.

A 2-Time PRS Champ’s Reloading Setup & Process – Austin Orgain Shooter Spotlight

Cal November 10, 2023 Ammo & Handloading, Brass, Bullets, Load Development, Powder, Primers, What The Pros Use 3

Best Precision Rifle Reloading Equipment and Process From PRS Champ Austin Orgain

Austin Orgain, a two-time PRS champion, shares an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into his reloading process, revealing the components, equipment, and techniques that have helped contribute to his success. He shares complete load data for his 6 Dasher, 25 GT, and 25x47, plus his full reloading workflow and load development process. Additionally, he mentions collaborating with Clay Blackketter, another PRS champion, to streamline their ammunition for consistent performance. If you’re looking to improve your precision rifle shooting, Austin Orgain’s insights and techniques provide valuable guidance for loading match ammo.

The PRS Champ’s Load Data & Reloading Process – Austin Buschman Shooter Spotlight Part 3

Cal June 25, 2023 Ammo & Handloading, Brass, Bullets, Load Development, Powder, Primers, Tips & How To's, What The Pros Use 33

The PRS Champion's Load Data & Reloading Process

I interviewed the reigning PRS Champion, Austin Buschman, and he shared every detail of his current match ammo load and entire reloading process. Austin has a very pragmatic approach to reloading that I promise will surprise (and challenge) you! Clearly, his ammo is capable of precision that can win on the biggest stage – so get a behind-the-scenes view of how he makes it and hear about all the reloading steps that are on his long “list of things that don’t matter!”

6×47 and 6.5×47 Lapua Load Data – What The Pros Use

Cal September 18, 2019 Ammo & Handloading, Brass, Bullets, Load Development, Powder, Primers, What The Pros Use 23

This article contains detailed reloading data for the 6x47 Lapua and 6.5x47 Lapua based on a survey of over 150 of the top-ranked precision rifle competitors. See what the best long range shooters in the country are reloading in their match ammo!

6BRA, 6BRX & 6BR Load Data – What The Pros Use

Cal September 14, 2019 Ammo & Handloading, Brass, Bullets, Load Development, Powder, Primers, What The Pros Use 10

This article contains detailed reloading data for the 6BRA, 6BRX, and 6BR based on a survey of over 150 of the top-ranked precision rifle competitors. See what the best long range shooters in the country are reloading in their match ammo!

6 & 6.5 Creedmoor Load Data – What The Pros Use

Cal September 6, 2019 Ammo & Handloading, Brass, Bullets, Load Development, Powder, Primers, What The Pros Use 38

This article contains detailed reloading data for the 6mm Creedmoor and 6.5 Creedmoor based on a survey of over 150 of the top-ranked precision rifle competitors. See what the best long range shooters in the country are reloading in their match ammo!