We’ve solicited shooting champions and reloading experts to share their shooting knowledge with the world. Here you will find a curated database of guides, tips, and tricks for everything from the basics of reloading to advanced information about the scientific theories involved with shooting a target 2 miles away. We will be updating this page monthly with new articles based on the requests we get, so make sure to submit your questions and check back often to see what is new. Before you start, make sure you read our Reloading Disclaimer and Cautionary Statement.

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The Difference Between Types of Bullets

The difference between bullet types

by: Corey Schwanz

Berger has several different lines and designs that have subtle differences…

Why are Bergers the best rifle bullets??

Why is Berger better?

by: Corey Schwanz

They key differentiations of a Berger bullets and ammo compared to our competition is…

Why are Bergers the best hunting bullet?

Are Berger bullets good for hunting?

by: Corey Schwanz

Berger hunting bullets start with a J4 Precision Hunting Jacket, which is made to…

THE BASICS OF RELOADING

basic reloading safety

Basic Reloading Safety

by: Walt Berger

The safe reloading of metallic rifle ammunition is largely based on…

What Reloading Equipment Do I Need?

What do I need to start reloading?

by: Bryan Litz

Perhaps the most basic question a beginning handloader will be…

Getting Started With Ammo Reloading

Getting started with reloading

by: Bryan Litz

The process of reloading a fired cartridges consists of the following steps…

Measuring COAL vs CBTO

Measuring COAL vs CBTO

by: Bryan Litz

Reloaders measure Cartridge Overall Length and Cartridge Base to Ogive for…

Reloading for accuracy by switching bullets

Tuning your rifle by switching bullets

by: Phil Hoham

Switching your bullets to different styles can have just as much of an effect as…

ADVANCED RELOADING TIPS AND TRICKS

do i need vld seating stems

Do I Need VLD Seating Stems?

by: Phil Hoham

Very Low Drag (VLD) bullets feature a Secant ogive, which is a more aggressive…

How to Load a VLD Bullet

How to load a VLD bullet

by: Phil Hoham

To get your rifle to shoot good groups with VLDs, we have provided you with a simple….

How to Load a Hybrid Bullet

How to load a hybrid bullet

by: Phil Hoham

Getting your rifle to shoot good groups with a Berger Hybrid bullet is easy! After all, that is why…

Loading for Optimum Accuracy

Loading for optimum accuracy

by: Bob Blaine

In this article, we will show you how to set-up your loads for optimum accuracy, even if you….

SHOOTING GUIDES, TIPS, AND TRICKS

What Does Twist Rate Mean?

What does rifle twist rate mean?

by: Corey Schwanz

A “rifle twist rate” is referring to a the rate of spin in the rifle barrel, by…

Rifling Twist Rate Calculator

How to use a twist rate calculator

by: Phil Hoham

You would use a twist rate calculator because it allows you to calculate…

No BS BC

No BS BC

by: Bryan Litz

A series of articles that tell you why Ballistic Coefficient (BC) consistency wins…

Long Range Grad School

Long Range Grad School

featuring Bryan Litz and Emil Praslick

If you want a deep-dive into the esoteric world of long-range shooting, grab a pencil and…

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