I recently got some W296, for loading .30 carbine. It is so fine, makes such a mess for me, that I really do not like it. My favorite powder is Alliant 2400. Does nice in my .357 magnum, .44 magnum and .30 carbine. Currently I am using the W296 in the magnums, hoping to get through it quickly ... then back to GOOD OLD 2400 !