Rather than hijacking the existing H-110/296 thread I thought I'd start a new one. . .

Does anyone on this board hand load .357 or .44 mag using WC 297 surplus powder? I just bought an 8lb jug from Pat's Reloading and haven't had a chance to try it, yet (and won't for another few weeks). I plan on using it with 250 gr hard cast in the .44 and with 170 gr SWC hard cast in the .357 mag (Ruger Security Six). I had planned to pick up a jug of WC 820, but that supply has pretty much dried up and I was unable to purchase it from the two suppliers I know of.

Just wondering what others thought.

I also bought a jug of WC 860 for use in my 7mm mag. If it's anywhere close to the old H-870, I know I'll be happy!