Unique, good "do it all" powder for beginner?

[Rod B]

"Quote StrikeEagle"----Unique is my favorite single powder. It does it all for handguns, and even makes a credible showing in Magnum rounds. Though of course, slower powder is better, Unique does ok.

In many cases, Unique is not just a 'good' choice, but perhaps the BEST: .38 spl, .45 ACP, .45 Colt. & it's not just a beginners' powder. You'll never outgrow it.
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+1 & it is also good in the 9mm.


Rod.

 

[PO2Hammer]

Titegroup is fine powder, but one of its drawbacks is the very small volume it fills in the case, this increases the possibility that you will accidently double charge a case.

That's a legitimate concern.
I use a turret press a place my sized/primed/charged cases in a loading block and check them all before seating/crimping.

 

[halvey]

Bullseye will fit the bill also, although double charges could be a problem if you don't double check. You will double check won't you?

And, you can use less Bullseye than Unique and get the same velocities.

 

[mek42]

I'm partial to ball powders for metering and have been using Win231 (the same powder as HP38) for my 45 ACP and will be using it for my 38 reloading when I get around to reloading for that caliber also.

However, I'm still a new reloader and want to get the basics down pat before playing with poorly metering powders.

Good luck and stay safe!