The Way to Native Chronicles

Is your bolt hard to close? Do you sometimes experience misfires? Does the case head sometimes separate from the rest of the case in your chamber? This video takes a deep dive into the subject of what headspace is and equips you with the knowledge you need to remedy these problems, often without the help […]

The need for concentricity gauges is debateable, so it’s not something most reloaders want to spend a lot of time on. But measuring the concentricity of your loads can answer some interesting questions at times so, if you can make one quite inexpensively, why not? This video, recorded in a design-as-you-go style, shows you how, […]

Returned from our trip this Easter Sunday especially mindful of the blessings we have in our risen Lord, the beauty of God’s creation and the family He has given us. This video was taken yesterday as we toured through the foothills of Alberta with our oldest (of eleven) grandchild Tristan. Possessing treaty rights through his […]

You have a favorite lead/tin/antimony mix, but then the availability of one of the component alloys you use changes (like has happened in the case of lead wheel weights). What do you do now? Well, you can use different alloys if you know how to recalculate the mixtures based on the new alloys. That is […]

As wheel weights made of lead become scarce due to environmental restrictions, you may want to consider lumping in the pure lead stick-on types with the clip-on types you obtain (which will also save you time sorting). But how will such a change affect the alloys you make from it later? This video gives you […]

Yep, it had to be done. I couldn’t afford a Dillon press, so I had to find another way to keep up with demand. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

Reloading is great for saving money and ensuring you always have a supply of the ammo your gun is sighted in for, but how much time does it take? This video (along with a data sheet available for free) provides you with the answers by breaking down and timing each stage of the reloading process […]

This video provides you with step-by-step instructions on how – using common materials found around the home – you can make your own, exploded-view dioramas. displaying the various components of a cartridge. This is especially nice if you reload your own ammunition. In addition, you can use those old shooting trophies you’ve stored away (if […]

Have you ever run into a problem with a firearm you value highly and then had to choose between trying to fix it yourself and sending it to a gunsmith, likely be without it for months? This is a story of what happened to me recently, the novel solution arrived at and a few words […]

In this video I show the testing of a new 540 grain cast bullet for use in my Ruger No. 1 chambered for .45-120. Although the previous load I relied on – a 535 grain Postel-shaped cast – worked well, this new bullet (an “Accurate 45-540W”) with its blunt nose will now be my first […]

Spoiler alert: The answer is “No”, if done propely. You’re welcome! 😉 The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

This video explains how bills Bill C-21 and Bill C-11, along with Trudeau’s treatment of Freedom/Trucker Convoy supporters, are evidence of a significant change when it comes to respecting property rights of Canadians. With the precedents established, Canadians can no longer confidently claim to owning anything. Instead they can only speculate how long they will […]

A brief look behind the scenes, showing how the reloading room and video studio is set up, plus an offer of free plans to build a unique, compact type of reloading table. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

This video takes a look at the advantages these cartridge provide in the context of self defense against large animals; both in terms of the cartridges themselves and the types of handguns made to use them. Also discussed is why a .357 Magnum could be chosen instead of a 10mm. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou […]

I asked the A.I. system known as “ChatGTP” some questions about Trudeau’s Bill C-21 gun grab and these are the surprising results I received. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

How long ago was it when people in Canada truly lived off the land? Listening to my wife, you’ll find it wasn’t very long ago. From hearing how things were, you might develop a greater appreciation for how tough and resilient Dene Tha people were back then – before the days of automobiles, snowmobiles, electricity […]

What’s the closest you’ve come to a cougar? A week ago, on our trapline I just about tripped over one! This video describes what happened to us and is a reminder to be armed when out in the bush, because you never know where and when. Bears may hibernate, but mountain lions are active all […]

Break ups can happen suddenly and in a flame or they can slowly evolve into separation until the decision is made, hard as it may be. This is my take on it – a warning that, for some things, there is no do-over. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist […]

Truth Uncovered! Why Trudeau's Banning the Ruger No. 1

Hey, this is something fun for you to make in your spare time. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

When new technology comes out, there’s often a phase where people look for ways to leverage it in novel ways. That’s pretty much what’s happening in the case of drones, since it’s a form of technology that has advanced and become more affordable recently. This video gives you a peek at how it worked out […]

My answer when someone says, “Are you bored, now that you’re retired?” So long as you’ve had hobbies during your earning years, retirement is when you can finally pursue them to your heart’s content. And it sure helps having a woman by your side who shares the same interests. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could […]

My latest effort to convey a sense of what it’s like on our trapline. Life is good. Hopefully some of you find this enjoyable. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

A drone used on the trapline??? What kind of sorcery is this??? Well, it may not be as crazy as it seems. This video, taken on our trapline, will delve into the pros and cons of adopting this new, quite amazing technology because there are some interesting things you can take advantage of when using […]