Accurate No. 11FS represents a modern pinnacle in the evolution of double-base spherical propellants, specifically engineered to bridge the gap between heavy magnum handgun applications and small-bore rifle cartridges. Developed by Western Powders and now part of the Hodgdon portfolio,…
Accurate Nitro 100 NF is a premier, fast-burning, double-base propellant specifically engineered for high-performance shotshell and handgun applications. The “NF” in its name stands for “New Formulation,” signifying a significant redesign by Western Powders (now under the Hodgdon brand) to…
Published: 2026 | Last updated: May 2026 Hodgdon Perfect Pattern is an ultra-fast-burning, double-base flattened spherical powder positioned at #6 on the Hodgdon relative burn rate chart – among the fastest-burning shotshell powders in commercial production. It was developed specifically…
Hodgdon High Gun is a specialized, fast-burning propellant that represents the modern intersection of high-volume shotshell production and versatile handgun reloading. Introduced as part of a strategic expansion of the Hodgdon lineup, Hodgdon High Gun was specifically engineered to meet…
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.
