45-70 vs 30-06 Power or Range and How to Choose
Comparing 45-70 and 30-06 for real hunting scenarios.
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Alliant Steel
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…
The Buffalo Cartridge Family 45-70 vs 45-90 and 45-110
Comparing the big three 45-caliber black powder rounds.
Alliant Extra-Lite
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…
45-70 vs 450 Bushmaster Which Big Bore Is Right for You
Two big bores, one bullet diameter, very different
Vihtavuori 3N38
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…
Black Powder and Pyrodex Loads for the 45-70 Government
Loading the 45-70 with black powder the way it was meant to be shot.
Vihtavuori N330
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
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 Reloading 45 70 for the Springfield Trapdoor Rifle
Safe loads for the Trapdoor start with why it has limits.
Alliant e3
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:…
Alliant 20/28
In the specialized field of sub-gauge shotshell reloading, few propellants have made as significant an impact as Alliant 20 As the name suggests, this powder was specifically engineered to dominate the 20 gauge and 28 gauge target markets, providing a…
Hodgdon International
Hodgdon International is a cornerstone of the celebrated Clays series of propellants, specifically engineered to bridge the gap between ultra-fast target powders and medium-rate versatile handgun propellants. Known as International Clays in some markets, Hodgdon International was developed to provide…
.22 ARC vs .22 Creedmoor: The Handloader’s Definitive Comparison
If you have been paying attention to the high-performance .224 caliber space, you already know these two cartridges are not your grandfather’s varmint rounds. The .22 ARC and .22 Creedmoor represent the current ceiling of what a .224-bore rifle can…
Vihtavuori N105
Vihtavuori N105 stands as a sophisticated pinnacle in the realm of handgun propellants, specifically engineered to navigate the extreme ballistic requirements of high-intensity, high-pressure handgun cartridges. Developed by the Nammo Group in Finland, Vihtavuori N105 is marketed as a Super…