Philip Massaro
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Philip P. Massaro is the President of Massaro Ballistic Laboratories, LLC, a custom ammunition company, which is comfortably nestled in between the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains of Upstate New York. He has been handloading ammunition for 20+ years, and has loaded a wide range of pistol and rifle ammunition, from the lightest plinking loads through the heavy hitting cartridges designed for animals that are measure in tons. He is a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor by trade, a musician by choice, and usually reeks of Hoppes No. 9.
Ammunition
Is There Much Future For The Belted Magnum?
Is the heyday of the belted magnum case over? Don't expect them to disappear overnight, but given some inherent design flaws don't expect any new renditions in the future.
Ammunition
Choosing A Big-Bore Cartridge And Rifle
Not all giants are created equal, so take your time in picking the right big-bore cartridge and rifle for your needs.
Ammunition
What To Do When Your Rifle Absolutely Hates All Factory Ammo?
No matter the factory ammo, some rifles are just plain dogs. Or are they? The right handload might change your perspective and the gun's performance.
Concealed Carry
Revolver Review: Freedom Arms Model 97 ‘Packer'
A specialty handgun, the Freedom Arms Model 97 'Packer' is equally practical in its purpose (it can save your bacon) as it is elegant to handle and shoot.
Ammunition
Do Hornady A-Tip Bullets Change The Long-Range Game?
Boasting a uniform aluminum tip, does the Hornady A-Tip represent the next big advancement in long-range bullets?
Ammunition
Reloading: How To Choose The Right Bullet
Bullet options for when aerial ballistics and terminal ballistics matter.
Ammunition
How To Start A Reloading Bench
Exactly what equipment do you need to create a functional and efficient reloading bench?
Ammunition
Reloading The Old Reliable .30-06 Springfield
Easy like Sunday morning, reliable as a well-aged Labrador the .30-06 Springfield continues to serve reloader well.