Unique Powder

[PattonTime]

Unique

While I think its burn rate and applications might make it the best suited
powder out there for most casual target use, I can not handle its metering.
I have seen the situation you describe with other powders too.
I had gotten lazy and was leaving powder in the measure, now that I realize how that effects things I have quit doing that.
I have seen where a lot of people advocate Universal as a replacement for
Unique, I have switched to Accurate #5.
#5 , like all the Accurate powders I have used, meters very , very well.
I think Unique works wonderfully for my needs , I just can't seem to throw it consistently.
P.S. I have a RCBS Competition Powder Measure with Handgun Metering Drum, it does not help appreciably over the standard one that came with my Rock Chucker kit.
I do like its adjustments better then standard one though.
Chris

 

[DR505]

I find that a good firm crimp seems to make Unique burn cleaner and more consistently.

 

[blujax01]

I can't tell if my hands get dirty from the Unique or from scooping up handfuls of brass from the concrete floor at the range.

It doesn't matter, still not giving up my Unique! It's like having butter at the dinner table, wouldn't be without it!

 

[Berserker]

I am new to reloading. Been using Unique for .44spcl. I use the disks in the autopour. I haven't been double checking.

 

[Nevada Ed]

I have used Unique in a mec 600jr to a 366 progressive and it is the best powder for a 3 dram 1 1/8 oz 12Ga load shot in 33 degree weather for trap or birds that I have ever loaded,that will keep its velosity and get things done.

It is also great for medium and +P loads in the 38 special as well as high velosity loads in the 357 magnum and it really turns a 158 Lswc into a maxi load in a 6" barrel.
In the past I used it with the 9mm luger it did well with 115 and 125 JHP for me....as well as 30-06 X-lite target loads.

It is one powder that stays on my shelf.

 

[MikeyB]

Unique is my go to pistol powder. .38/357, .44 Spl and .45ACP. Meters pretty good through a old RCBS thrower.

 

[Vapor Trail]

Unique is my go to pistol powder. .38/357, .44 Spl and .45ACP. Meters pretty good through a old RCBS thrower.

Looks like we have the same taste with Unique & and old RCBS!

 

[pdg45acp]

I use Unique on a Dillon.

If it's been sitting for any length of time I always throw the first one back in the powder hopper.

 

[H Richard]

I only use Unique when I weigh every load. I have found it is so inconsistent even in a RCBS and Redding measure that I am afraid of bridging and a excess charge. I value my handguns too much to take a chance. But I do use it and it is an accurate powder, especially with a full load.

 

[gregintenn]

I find Unique to be quite consistant in my Lee Perfect Powder Measure.

 

[fredj338]

All powders will settle in a measure, regardless of type. It's always prudent to throw back 4-5 charges to get everything back up to speed before loading again. Properly setup & used, most measures will throw Unique within 0.1gr.

 

[Warren Sear]

I have used Unique through an un-modified RCBS powder measure for over 30 years and have never had even a hint of trouble with inconsistent measuring.

Also, I do not have excess powder residue left on my guns after I shoot because I use relatively heavy loads with this powder. For light loads I use Bullseye.