Clovishound
Blackhawk
A little background. I have been reloading for about a year and half. I load only 38 spl and 9mm. I load predominately cast bullets. I started out with Titegroup, and then switched to Universal. I find that Universal is a much better powder for me, especially with cast. Too many leading problems with Titegroup.
Anyway, the problem is that I am almost out of powder. For a variety of reasons, I got caught with only a pound and a half of powder when pistol powder disappeared off the shelves. I started to see a few types of pistol powders start to show back up locally a month ago or so. Primers are back in stock everywhere, as are most other reloading equipment. Still no pistol powder.
I have come to the realization that I may have to grab a pound of powder when it becomes available without doing a lot of prior research as to whether on not it is really an appropriate powder for my needs. What I am looking for is a list of powders that I can grab without doing a head slap after I get home with it, and find I really can't, or don't want to use it.
I have been happy with Universal, and had some experience with HP38. I have heard good things about Unique. Those three are on my list. The criteria is a middle speed powder good for 9mm and 38 shooting cast target loads.
If I run out completely, and things don't pick up locally, I may be forced to try and put together an order along with my buddy, and order a large quantity online. The shipping and hazmat fee are a killer, but can be amortized with a large order. The other option is to persuade my buddy to go to the next local gun show and pick up some powder, hoping that prices aren't hyper inflated. I work weekends, so I don't have the option of going myself.
Any input appreciated.
Anyway, the problem is that I am almost out of powder. For a variety of reasons, I got caught with only a pound and a half of powder when pistol powder disappeared off the shelves. I started to see a few types of pistol powders start to show back up locally a month ago or so. Primers are back in stock everywhere, as are most other reloading equipment. Still no pistol powder.
I have come to the realization that I may have to grab a pound of powder when it becomes available without doing a lot of prior research as to whether on not it is really an appropriate powder for my needs. What I am looking for is a list of powders that I can grab without doing a head slap after I get home with it, and find I really can't, or don't want to use it.
I have been happy with Universal, and had some experience with HP38. I have heard good things about Unique. Those three are on my list. The criteria is a middle speed powder good for 9mm and 38 shooting cast target loads.
If I run out completely, and things don't pick up locally, I may be forced to try and put together an order along with my buddy, and order a large quantity online. The shipping and hazmat fee are a killer, but can be amortized with a large order. The other option is to persuade my buddy to go to the next local gun show and pick up some powder, hoping that prices aren't hyper inflated. I work weekends, so I don't have the option of going myself.
Any input appreciated.