Reloading.44 special

[TXLonghorn]

I don’t normally reload pistol ammo but Im gonna reload for my .44special.
Whats a good powder for this application? Thanks

 

[TXLonghorn]

One more, Its a revolver, is it necessary to crimp?

 

[BackofBeyond]

I use Blue Dot, because it was available. Lots of powder options though.

I would absolutely crimp, especially if loading cast lead. Recoil can be stout, and it can potentially push the loaded bullets back further into the case - seating your bullet deeper.

 

[Jbotto]

I’ve loaded lots of Special loads just in .44mag brass to keep my dies from having to be re-set up all the time. Look up Skeeter’s load. Unique and Universal have been my go-to.

 

[TXLonghorn]

Thank you gentlemen

 

[EastTNHunter]

Unique is my go-to pistol and light revolver powder. Burns dirty and throws poorly, but I’ve got close to a lifetime supply

 

[Jbotto]

Unique is my go-to pistol and light revolver powder. Burns dirty and throws poorly, but I’ve got close to a lifetime supply

Yep. I run it through a uniflow and it does ok, but not very smooth. Charges that run through that really rough get tossed back and given another go. I couple it with Missouri Bullet Co 240 gr LSWC. Very smoky!

 

[JLS]

Another vote for Unique and cast lead bullets. Yes to a crimp.