The Most Dangerous Gunpowder for Reloading

Published on September 14, 2024
Duration: 11:59

This video highlights the dangers of using fast-burning, dense powders like Accurate No. 2 and Alliant Red Dot for new reloaders. Accurate No. 2's small charge volume increases the risk of double charging on progressive presses. Alliant Red Dot's large flakes can bridge in powder drops, leading to inconsistent and dangerous charges. Safer alternatives like Bullseye, Power Pistol, Titegroup, and Unique are recommended for pistol reloading.

Quick Summary

Accurate No. 2 and Alliant Red Dot can be dangerous for new reloaders. Accurate No. 2's density makes double charging easy, while Red Dot's flakes can bridge in powder drops, causing inconsistent charges. Safer alternatives include Bullseye, Power Pistol, Titegroup, and Unique.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Dangerous Powders
  2. 03:08Reloading .45 ACP with Accurate No. 2
  3. 04:10Risk of Double Charging
  4. 07:27Bridging with Alliant Red Dot
  5. 10:11Safer Powder Alternatives

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Accurate No. 2 a dangerous powder for new reloaders?

Accurate No. 2 is a fast-burning, dense powder. A standard charge takes up very little case volume, making it easy to accidentally double or triple charge a case on a progressive press without noticing, which can lead to dangerous pressure spikes.

Why is Alliant Red Dot considered risky for reloading?

Alliant Red Dot is a large flake powder. In smaller cases like 9mm, these flakes can 'bridge' or get stuck in the powder drop die. This results in an undercharged case followed by a dangerously overcharged case when the bridge breaks.

What are some safer powder alternatives for pistol reloading?

The host recommends safer, more 'forgiving' powders for pistol reloading. These include Bullseye, Power Pistol, Titegroup, and Unique. Unique is noted for being particularly smoky.

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