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Old 12-27-2012, 10:14 PM
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Would like to try another type of powder for the 357 mag, been using Universal and Unique and am satisfied with results, but I am a reloader and always want to try the other powder. Question is Winchester 231 and 296, the 231 uses volumes like the Unique, 6-8 grs. however the 296 is like 17-19 grs. thats a big difference in volume not to mention that the 297 could cost almost 3 times as much per shell for the powder. Was just wondering if anybody had used the 296 does that require mag primers, if so don't want to go there.
Opinions please.
W296/H110 IMO require a magnum primer although there are those who don't think so. All I know is, my results are always better with a magnum primer than without.

If you're looking for a "real magnum powder" without needing to use a magnum primer I would suggest trying 2400. That is a very good magnum powder that's been around for a very long time.
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