Red Rider Rudy Posted July 16 Share Posted July 16 I just got six cans of this, says pistol, rifle, shotgun powder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 Posted July 16 Share Posted July 16 I use it in 357 mag rifle loads. I can launch a 158-grain bullet 250-yards out of my Rossi with it. Use magnum pistol primers. Do not attempt reduced loads. It's fine grained and meters well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisco Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 great powder for full powered magnum loads. I like it in .357 Mag, .44 Mag, and that one box of .45 Colt ammo that I don’t like to allow in the same room with my Colt. As noted above, manufacturer strongly warns against reducing loads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT. ELI 35882 GUNFIGHTER Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 I use it in .30 carbine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oak Ridge Regulator Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 Great powder in my 300 AAC blackout. Really meters well and pushes 125g .308 down the barrel with good accuracy and very clean as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Rider Rudy Posted July 17 Author Share Posted July 17 Thanks guys. I also have some Winchester 296. Looks like it's the same powder after reading up on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 I've actually tested H110 for accuracy and velocity (chronographed) in .357 mag, 44 mag, 454 Casull, .30 Carbine and hot .45 Colt loads and find it a GREAT powder. It will give maximum performance in those calibers when used according to Hodgdon load data. Hodgdon has particular instructions for using it and basically recommends close to Maximum load data be used. Check out Hodgdon website and read their information concerning H110. I don't have any info on it concerning shotgun loads. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perro Del Diablo Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 I'm currently working on 410 load in brass shells. Life is making long process. I've got test loads charged, nitro cards and lubed fiber wads. Haven't had time to complete and take to range. I'm hoping will cycle in my Shockwave but also have bond Derringer and stoeger coach in 410. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Big Tree Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 I love it in .44 Magnum hunting loads and .22 Hornet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imis Twohofon,SASS # 46646 Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 I have used H110 in the past for .44 bowling pin loads. As noted, it meters well, burns clean, but is not for the weak at heart. Also it is very similar to W296. Not useful for cowboy loads. Imis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 296 and 110 are the same powder. It's outstanding, for top end magnum handgun loads. Meters great...... Do NOT go below minimum load data! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Rider Rudy Posted July 17 Author Share Posted July 17 Thanks all, looks like I need to find someone that shoots 357and 44 mag. or 410 shootgun. Anyone in the St louis area needing some. I'll make ya! a good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 19 minutes ago, Red Rider Rudy said: Thanks all, looks like I need to find someone that shoots 357and 44 mag. or 410 shootgun. Anyone in the St louis area needing some. I'll make ya! a good deal. Trade it for Unique or WW23I/HP38(same powder). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 RRR, If you decide to trade it, check out BE-86, which is a super good 9mm powder and can also be used in a lot of semi-auto loads, including 10mm. BUT I will also share some personal experience with H110 before you get rid of your supply. A few years back, I had some 20+ year old H110, still in its original canister. I loaded up some fresh .44 mags using this OLD powder. I also had some 20+ year old .44 mag reloads using H110 powder. AND.... I had a NEW CAN of H110, so I used the NEW stuff to reload some fresh .44 mag loads with NEW powder. RESULTS: No discernable difference in performance. H110 is a good powder for its intended purposes. Like most of our other powders, it last FOREVER as long as you store it properly. You might want to keep 1 or 2 of those canisters....... just in case your future allows ownership of a nice magnum pistol caliber type firearm. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idaho Gunslinger Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 7 minutes ago, Widder, SASS #59054 said: RRR, If you decide to trade it, check out BE-86, which is a super good 9mm powder and can also be used in a lot of semi-auto loads, including 10mm. BUT I will also share some personal experience with H110 before you get rid of your supply. A few years back, I had some 20+ year old H110, still in its original canister. I loaded up some fresh .44 mags using this OLD powder. I also had some 20+ year old .44 mag reloads using H110 powder. AND.... I had a NEW CAN of H110, so I used the NEW stuff to reload some fresh .44 mag loads with NEW powder. RESULTS: No discernable difference in performance. H110 is a good powder for its intended purposes. Like most of our other powders, it last FOREVER as long as you store it properly. You might want to keep 1 or 2 of those canisters....... just in case your future allows ownership of a nice magnum pistol caliber type firearm. ..........Widder Are there powders that do have discernable differences over time? I've been reloading for about 9 years now so I don't have any real old powders and I keep them in their original containers with the lids on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 43 minutes ago, Idaho Gunslinger said: Are there powders that do have discernable differences over time? I've been reloading for about 9 years now so I don't have any real old powders and I keep them in their original containers with the lids on them. I started reloading in 1967. Properly stored powder, will out last you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 3 hours ago, Idaho Gunslinger said: Are there powders that do have discernable differences over time? I've been reloading for about 9 years now so I don't have any real old powders and I keep them in their original containers with the lids on them. What Lumpy said above. Basically, if properly stored and handled correctly, powders should give appropriate performance for which the powder was designed, A few decades of age should not make much difference. Because even 'lots' can vary, its possible to get 'discernable' variations. But with the particular 'LOTS' of H110 that I used in my load testing, I did not get a discernable difference in the performance of my ammo. I keep all my powder in a dry and room temperature condition. And I keep it stored in its original container. My reloads are kept dry and oils/water are kept away from the primer area. Check out powder manufacturer website information about how to help determine if powder is 'spoiling' or going bad. With some, the color may slightly change..... or even more so, the powder can obtain an acidic smell. Websites can give more precise info. Hope this helps. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Angus McPherson Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 Rudy, If it's the same as 296 I can use it for my .410. I'll send you a PM. I may have some powder I could trade you for it. If we can work out a deal I could maybe meet you at Arnold or have West Longer or Fat Chance Bucko meet you there. Gotta go check and see what I have for swapping. Anything in particular you might be looking for? Black Angus McPherson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Jack Black Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 7 hours ago, Idaho Gunslinger said: Are there powders that do have discernable differences over time? I've been reloading for about 9 years now so I don't have any real old powders and I keep them in their original containers with the lids on them. I am using 30-40 yr old powder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Jack Black Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 4 hours ago, Widder, SASS #59054 said: What Lumpy said above. Basically, if properly stored and handled correctly, powders should give appropriate performance for which the powder was designed, A few decades of age should not make much difference. Because even 'lots' can vary, its possible to get 'discernable' variations. But with the particular 'LOTS' of H110 that I used in my load testing, I did not get a discernable difference in the performance of my ammo. I keep all my powder in a dry and room temperature condition. And I keep it stored in its original container. My reloads are kept dry and oils/water are kept away from the primer area. Check out powder manufacturer website information about how to help determine if powder is 'spoiling' or going bad. With some, the color may slightly change..... or even more so, the powder can obtain an acidic smell. Websites can give more precise info. Hope this helps. ..........Widder I think Widder is still using Powder he had left over from the Revolution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dacotua Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 I use H110 for 30 carbine, 357 Magnum, 44 Magnum and 410 Shotshells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pb Mark Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 From what I remember, only magnum primers are recommended for H110, 296, HS-6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantankerous Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 On 7/17/2024 at 7:11 AM, Imis Twohofon,SASS # 46646 said: ...H110...Not useful for cowboy loads. Imis Love that description. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Coffinmaker Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 In my Sordid Past, I worked up a load for 45 Colt cases that was seriously scary. Only suitable for Ruger Blackhawk/Super Blackhawk. I re-iterate - NOT SUITABLE FOR CAS or any kind of Reduced Loading. Wicked good for wrist sprains in Short Barrel Ruger Blackhawk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 CC, I knew you and I have something in common. I like 'HOT' .45 Colt ammo for my Super BlackHawk Hunters. And in my 16.25" Marlins, the velocity performance can equal .454 Casull in a 7" pistol. My favorite powders for these HOT loads: H110 and LilGun. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Ron Wayne Posted July 19 Share Posted July 19 H110 is great for Hot Loads . For Cowboy loads I use fff BP or Unique, Universal or really any shotgun powder for reducing the load to a Cowboy load. Rooster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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