I was said to see 7625 go, I was sad to see 4756 go, I will be even sadder if HP38/231 goes. Will I stop purchasing Hodgdon powders if HP38/231 goes away, no.
I prefer Universal for 9mm, but HP38 is been my go to for .45 APC.
4.7 or 5 gr HP38, 230 RMR plated.
Guess I need to get my hands on some AA#2 or Ramshot ZIP to try, they look like they might be a best guess for a HP38 replacement.
N320 worked real well for me in .45 but it's almost 50% more per pound.
If HP38/231 went to N320s price would we all be willing to pay the premium or would most of us just use something else?
While I like N320 and HP38 I just don't think I would buy much HP38 at $35 an lb. (assuming other choices are $20-$25 / lb)
If it is an old process waste stream issue, it makes me wonder what other powders might be effected.
It will be interesting to see if we see more people start selling the some of the powders we are not used to seeing here in the US like the Maxam, Explosia and Vectan powders.
Side note
I have used Titegroup with MBC lead and coated in 9mm and .45 with no ill effects in light to midrange loads. (no issues with leading) I have also heard it is "to hot" for lead but it seemed to work fine for me.
It would be great if they start making Universal in Canada as well as down under at ADI. I really like Universal, maybe not the best for everything but a good all around powder that meters better and is cleaner than Unique.