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papershotshells · March 30, 2014, 10:49 PM

I use a LOT of promo (same burning rate as Red Dot, different density) in several handgun calibers, including 9mm, 40 S&W and 45 ACP. I also use it for a lot of 12ga reloading.

While it does burn a bit dirty, can't beat the price. An 8lb jug of Promo is $90.00, versus $18-22 per POUND for 231, etc.

Red Dot data for handgun cartridges is a bit scarce in newer manuals and online, but as mentioned the older data is still valid. I have manuals and manufacturers brochures going back may years, so I can normally find Red Dot/Promo data for anything I need. I just have to dig a little some times.

Papershotshells

March 30, 2014, 10:49 PM	#32
papershotshells Senior Member Join Date: November 13, 2013 Posts: 134	I use a LOT of promo (same burning rate as Red Dot, different density) in several handgun calibers, including 9mm, 40 S&W and 45 ACP. I also use it for a lot of 12ga reloading. While it does burn a bit dirty, can't beat the price. An 8lb jug of Promo is $90.00, versus $18-22 per POUND for 231, etc. Red Dot data for handgun cartridges is a bit scarce in newer manuals and online, but as mentioned the older data is still valid. I have manuals and manufacturers brochures going back may years, so I can normally find Red Dot/Promo data for anything I need. I just have to dig a little some times. Papershotshells