As I progress beyond my light cowboy loads, I'll need a more flexible powder. I noticed Trailboss load data doesn't even list a 38spl +p. But I guess that's the point. It's for mild loads. Soon I'll be loading 357 and 44 spl as well.
What are some other available pistol powders that are still bulky enough to easily spot a double charge, but capable of matching the energy ft lbs of common self defense factory loads? I carry Critical Defense for that.
Another reason I want a fairly bulky powder is that I've heard my Lee Perfect Powder measure is prone to leaking very fine powders. It works great with Trailboss.
So far I suspect Unique, Clays, Bullsey and Blue Dot would be contenders. But they are not readily available near me. Any others come to mind? I'm also not clear on which would have the best burn rate for 38+p, 357 and 44 Spl. Or maybe there's not one that does all 3 well.
Lastly, I understand the danger of too much powder creating a high pressure situation. How is it that going below the recommended start load would also create a high pressure situation. I have no intention of testing this. I'm just asking in case of a scale calibration error. I may opt to start my loads slightly above the starting load to avoid this. My Lee Safety Scale shows 3.2 grains while my digital shows 3.4 grains for the same through, hence my concern.
Thanks,
What are some other available pistol powders that are still bulky enough to easily spot a double charge, but capable of matching the energy ft lbs of common self defense factory loads? I carry Critical Defense for that.
Another reason I want a fairly bulky powder is that I've heard my Lee Perfect Powder measure is prone to leaking very fine powders. It works great with Trailboss.
So far I suspect Unique, Clays, Bullsey and Blue Dot would be contenders. But they are not readily available near me. Any others come to mind? I'm also not clear on which would have the best burn rate for 38+p, 357 and 44 Spl. Or maybe there's not one that does all 3 well.
Lastly, I understand the danger of too much powder creating a high pressure situation. How is it that going below the recommended start load would also create a high pressure situation. I have no intention of testing this. I'm just asking in case of a scale calibration error. I may opt to start my loads slightly above the starting load to avoid this. My Lee Safety Scale shows 3.2 grains while my digital shows 3.4 grains for the same through, hence my concern.
Thanks,