782 Custom Gunworks has introduced the 'HUNDO' loading block, a new accessory designed to streamline the handloading process for precision rifle cartridges. Targeting competitive shooters and serious enthusiasts, the HUNDO is presented as a durable, high-capacity solution for managing brass and loaded rounds at the reloading bench. The design is the culmination of development efforts stretching back to 2016, aiming to address perceived shortcomings in existing reloading tray options.
The designer behind the HUNDO shared insights drawn from over two decades of dedicated time at the reloading bench. This extensive experience reportedly highlighted numerous instances where common reloading accessories, including loading trays, presented flaws that could impede efficiency or consistency. The impetus for developing the HUNDO stemmed from a desire to create a more robust and functional alternative, built with specific criteria to enhance the handloading workflow. This focus on practical utility for high-volume precision reloading is evident in the block’s detailed specifications.
Machined from US-made 6061 Aluminum, the HUNDO is a 100-round loading block, offering significant capacity for batch processing. This material choice, combined with a clear coat of Type-3 hard anodizing, is stated to provide both durability and a distinctive 'cool grey look.' The anodizing process contributes to a resilient surface, a crucial consideration for a tool expected to endure constant handling at the reloading bench. Stability is also addressed with a set of rubber feet incorporated into the design, intended to prevent the block from sliding during operation.
A key feature of the HUNDO is its stepped hole design, engineered to accommodate a range of common precision rifle cartridges. These holes are specifically sized to work with both .223- and .308-sized cases, covering many popular calibers favored in PRS and NRL competition, such as the 6mm GT, 6 Dasher, and 6.5 Creedmoor. A notable benefit of this stepped design is its ability to support most .308 bottleneck cartridges when inverted, a useful detail for tasks like priming or chamfering. Furthermore, a central powder drain hole is integrated, a small but significant detail for maintaining a clean and efficient workspace during powder charging.
The sum of these design choices reflects a considered approach to an often-overlooked piece of reloading equipment. The designer's stated belief is that the HUNDO "will be the last reloading tray you ever need," underscoring a confidence in its functional design and robust construction. For serious competitive shooters managing high-volume ammunition production, such detailed considerations in bench accessories can contribute to greater consistency and efficiency in the reloading process.
