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05-16-2010, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by saskgunowner101
I try not to play fast and loose with the rules, but figured a little extrapolation would work. Here's a burn rate chart.
Powder Burn Rates
Now, my modern reloading 2nd edition lists A nitro 100, bullseye, and red dot as suitable for the 38 S&W, giving burn rates of #5, #6, and #10. Titegroup is #12 on the list, so is in fact slower than the 3 other powders mentioned.
I also don't think Titegroup is the "ideal" powder for the 38, only that it will work. I think Unique is my choice for this caliber. |
Powder burn rate isn't the only consideration when using a powder in a certain caliber. If the manufacturer tells me not to use a powder in that caliber because there's a danger of some sort I would stay away from it especially since there are so many other powders available for use in the .38 S&W. Also, powder burn rates are relative to the caliber being loaded. In the .38 S&W Titegroup might burn faster than all the others mentioned above.
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