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Welcome to the Cal Shooting Supplies Forum This thread is the main place for shooters and customers to ask general questions and get answers from Lou Murdica and other experienced members of the community. If you have a question about shooting, reloading, rifles, optics, or Cal Shooting Supplies products, you are welcome to post it here. Those posts will answer many common questions. What can you use this forum for • Asking general shooting or reloading questions • Getting he

This post is dedicated to competitive shooting discussions - whether you're asking questions, sharing your experiences, or helping others improve their performance. From match preparation and gear setup to stage strategy, mindset, and execution, this is the place to talk through all aspects of competition shooting. Whether you're just getting started or have years of experience, all skill levels are welcome. If you have questions about improving performance, preparing for mat

This post is dedicated to reloading questions. Whether you're just getting started or refining your process, this is the place to ask and learn. Topics can include brass preparation, powder selection, bullet choice, seating depth, load development, equipment setup, and troubleshooting inconsistencies. Reloading requires attention to detail and safety, so asking questions and learning from experience is key. Just as important, we encourage experienced shooters and community me

This post is dedicated to answering your questions about optics. Whether you're working with rifle scopes, red dots, or spotting scopes, this is the place to ask. If you're unsure about mounting, zeroing, choosing the right optic, troubleshooting issues, or understanding features like MOA vs MIL. Feel free to drop your questions in the comments. Just as important, we encourage experienced shooters and community members to share their input, recommendations, and real-world exp

At Cal Shooting Supplies, we believe in supporting the shooters, competitors, and organizations that push precision shooting forward — and that’s exactly why we proudly promote Freedom Benchrest SR . Freedom Benchrest – Short Range brings shooters and range owners together through simplicity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. The organization is built on mentorship, shared knowledge, and making sure every member’s voice matters — especially the next genera

Louis Ralph Murdica’s journey in competitive shooting spans more than four decades, beginning in 1984 , when he first stepped into the world of precision marksmanship. What started as a passion quickly evolved into a lifelong pursuit of excellence, driven by discipline, technical mastery, and an uncompromising demand for accuracy. Over the years, Lou has competed at the highest levels of the sport, earning international recognition for his achievements in benchrest and long-r