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.

The Importance Of Recording Your Reloading Data

Whether in an Excel spreadsheet or in a notebook, recording your reloading data is invaluable.

Handgun Ammo You Can Bet Your Life On

A discussion on the finer points of defensive handgun ammo and how to choose the right load for your needs.

Little Fellas: Picking The Best Small-Bore Cartridge

A discussion on the pleasures and pitfalls of small-bore centerfire cartridges.

Small Projectiles, Small Details

Some tips on how to find big success when reloading cartridges with small projectiles.

Replacing Old Reliable: Classic Vs. Modern Cartridges

Just because a classic cartridge has served you reliably for many years doesn’t mean that you can’t upgrade to something more modern.

Should You Use Detachable Scope Rings?

The author discusses the best times to use detachable scope rings, and when to avoid them at all costs.

Understanding Defensive Handgun Bullets

Many armed citizens only trust their lives to factory ammunition, but here’s what you need to know about loading your own defensive handgun bullets.

The Joys Of Reloading .300 Win. Mag.

Despite its old-school design, there are still plenty of good reasons to keep reloading .300 Win. Mag.