Accurate TCM represents a specialized advancement in the world of high-performance handgun propellants, specifically engineered to maximize the ballistic potential of modern, high-velocity centerfire cartridges. Originally developed in 2017 through a strategic partnership between Western Powders and Armscor International, Accurate…
Remington 6-1/2 primer: a thin-cup, low-pressure Small Rifle primer ideal for 22 Hornet and similar small-case cartridges, specialist ignition for accuracy.
In the specialized and often frustrating world of sub-gauge shotshell reloading, Alliant 410 represents a significant engineering achievement by providing a modern flake propellant specifically tuned for the 410 Bore. Historically, the 410 Bore has been a challenging cartridge for…
A 150-year-old cartridge meets its modern rival.
Comparing 45-70 and 30-06 for real hunting scenarios.
In the specialized arena of non-toxic shotshell reloading, Alliant Steel serves as the definitive industry standard for high-performance waterfowl applications. Since the federal mandate transitioning from lead to steel shot for waterfowl hunting, ballisticians have struggled with the physical limitations…
Comparing the big three 45-caliber black powder rounds.
In the evolving landscape of high-volume shotshell reloading, the drive toward lighter shot charges has shifted from a niche preference to a mainstream necessity. Alliant Extra-Lite was engineered specifically to address this shift, filling a critical gap in the propellant…
Two big bores, one bullet diameter, very different
Vihtavuori 3N38 represents the technical pinnacle of high-velocity, high-pressure handgun propellants designed specifically for competitive shooting disciplines. Originally developed by the Finnish manufacturer Vihtavuori to meet the rigorous demands of IPSC and USPSA shooters, Vihtavuori 3N38 has earned a legendary…
Loading the 45-70 with black powder the way it was meant to be shot.
Vihtavuori N330 stands as a highly specialized, medium-burning propellant within the prestigious N300 series of handgun powders, meticulously engineered by the Nammo Group in Finland. While many powders in this series are designed for a broad spectrum of target applications,…
Vihtavuori N340 is widely regarded as the most flexible and multipurpose propellant within the esteemed N300 series of handgun powders. Manufactured in Finland by the Nammo Group, Vihtavuori N340 was engineered to provide a high-performance, mid-range burn rate that serves…
Safe loads for the Trapdoor start with why it has limits.
In the specialized field of competition-grade shotshell and handgun reloading, Alliant e3 stands as a “next generation” propellant designed to redefine expectations for cleanliness and efficiency. The “e3” designation stands for Energy, Efficiency, and Excellence, reflecting its core design philosophy:…
