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Reloading the .308 Winchester: Oregon's Most Versatile Cartridge for Deer, Elk, and Long-Range Target Shooting

Reloading the .308 Winchester: Oregon's Most Versatile Cartridge for Deer, Elk, and Long-Range Target Shooting

The .308 Winchester is the most widely reloaded centerfire cartridge in North America — and for good reason. It's chambered in more rifles than almost anything else, it's inherently accurate, and it hits hard enough for Oregon deer and elk at practical field ranges. Here's how to get the most out of it on the bench.

By HFR Staff  · November 7, 2026
Reloading the .223 Remington: Oregon's Premier Varmint and Predator Cartridge

Reloading the .223 Remington: Oregon's Premier Varmint and Predator Cartridge

Handloading the .223 Remington cuts your cost to under 40 cents a round and delivers precision factory ammo can't match. Here's a complete Oregon-focused guide to brass prep, powders, bullets, and proven starter loads for coyotes, ground squirrels, and high-desert varmints.

By HFR Staff  · October 20, 2026
Reloading the .22-250 Remington: Oregon's Premier Varmint Cartridge for Coyotes and Ground Squirrels

Reloading the .22-250 Remington: Oregon's Premier Varmint Cartridge for Coyotes and Ground Squirrels

The .22-250 Remington is one of the fastest, flattest-shooting varmint cartridges you can handload. Here's a complete Oregon-focused guide to powder selection, bullet choices, and load development for coyotes, ground squirrels, and high desert shooting.

By HFR Staff  · October 17, 2026
Reloading the .280 Remington: Oregon's Underrated Deer and Elk Cartridge

Reloading the .280 Remington: Oregon's Underrated Deer and Elk Cartridge

The .280 Remington is one of the most versatile hunting cartridges ever made — and one of the most overlooked by Oregon handloaders. Here's a complete guide to powders, bullets, and loads for deer and elk.

By HFR Staff  · October 16, 2026
Reloading the 6mm Creedmoor: Oregon's Flat-Shooting Varmint and Deer Cartridge

Reloading the 6mm Creedmoor: Oregon's Flat-Shooting Varmint and Deer Cartridge

The 6mm Creedmoor delivers exceptional long-range accuracy with less recoil than a 6.5. Here's a complete handloading guide covering brass prep, bullets, powders, and load data for Oregon hunters and competitors.

By HFR Staff  · October 15, 2026
Reloading the .350 Legend: Oregon's Short-Range Deer Cartridge for Timber and Close-Cover Hunting

Reloading the .350 Legend: Oregon's Short-Range Deer Cartridge for Timber and Close-Cover Hunting

The .350 Legend is a purpose-built close-cover hunting cartridge that rewards handloaders. Here's everything Oregon blacktail hunters need to know about reloading it for timber country.

By HFR Staff  · October 14, 2026
Reloading the .270 Winchester: Oregon's Classic Deer and Elk Cartridge

Reloading the .270 Winchester: Oregon's Classic Deer and Elk Cartridge

Jack O'Connor called it the finest all-around hunting cartridge ever made. Here's how to handload the .270 Winchester for Oregon deer and elk — from brass prep to field-proven recipes.

By HFR Staff  · October 11, 2026
Reloading the 6.5 Creedmoor: Oregon's Most Popular Long-Range Cartridge for Deer, Elk, and Target Shooting

Reloading the 6.5 Creedmoor: Oregon's Most Popular Long-Range Cartridge for Deer, Elk, and Target Shooting

Powder selection, proven load data, bullet choices, and brass prep tips for the 6.5 Creedmoor — Oregon's go-to long-range hunting and target cartridge for the modern reloader.

By HFR Staff  · October 4, 2026
Reloading the .338 Winchester Magnum: Oregon's Hard-Hitting Choice for Elk and Black Bear Country

Reloading the .338 Winchester Magnum: Oregon's Hard-Hitting Choice for Elk and Black Bear Country

The .338 Winchester Magnum is one of the most capable elk and bear cartridges a Pacific Northwest hunter can carry. Here's how to handload it for maximum performance — brass prep, powder selection, top hunting bullets, and field-proven load data.

By HFR Staff  · September 29, 2026
Reloading the 6.5 PRC: Oregon's Modern Long-Range Cartridge for Mountain Deer and Elk

Reloading the 6.5 PRC: Oregon's Modern Long-Range Cartridge for Mountain Deer and Elk

The 6.5 PRC delivers short-magnum performance in a lightweight package — ideal for Oregon's open-country deer and mountain elk hunting. Learn component selection, temperature-stable powder options, and field-proven load data for the Pacific Northwest's newest precision hunting cartridge.

By HFR Staff  · September 22, 2026
Reloading the 7mm-08 Remington: Oregon's Most Versatile Short-Action Cartridge for Deer and Elk

Reloading the 7mm-08 Remington: Oregon's Most Versatile Short-Action Cartridge for Deer and Elk

The 7mm-08 Remington is one of the most overlooked hunting cartridges in the PNW — mild recoil, high BC bullets, and enough punch for elk. Here's a complete handloading guide with component selection, proven loads, and field tips for Oregon hunters.

By HFR Staff  · September 19, 2026
Reloading the .243 Winchester: Varmint to Deer Loads for Oregon's Most Versatile Cartridge

Reloading the .243 Winchester: Varmint to Deer Loads for Oregon's Most Versatile Cartridge

The .243 Winchester handles varmints at 400 yards and blacktail deer in the timber with equal authority. Here's a complete Oregon reloading guide — brass prep, powder selection, and field-proven load data for 55- to 100-grain bullets.

By HFR Staff  · September 18, 2026