45 powder poll

grubbylabs · May 7, 2010, 10:48 AM

Sorry but it seems that my self and a few other newbies are a little curios about this. So if the poll works vote for your favorite powder.

Also tell us what 45 you shoot, or which ones.

Thanks

Sevens · May 7, 2010, 10:55 AM

I voted Titegroup first, Bullseye second. Titegroup seems to burn much cleaner and I like the way it meters -- very consistent. Relatively cheap price per pound, too. If I had only one complain about Titegroup it's that it is very thin and slight static makes it want to cling to the walls of the powder measure hopper so that when I'm done with that session and I want to empty the powder measure, it takes more fussing than with almost every other powder I ever use.

Small price to pay for a powder that seems to work so well for me. I use it mostly with 200r LSWC and I've recently tried it with 200 gr Berry's plated SWC slugs with fine results.

If I ever use Unique again for anything, it will be too soon. You should get lots of votes for W231 in this poll, too.

Sevens · May 7, 2010, 10:56 AM

My .45's (forgot), a Long Slide 1911 and a Ruger P90.

spacecoast · May 7, 2010, 11:01 AM

Titegroup. I've also used Unique, and will continue to do so, but I would be fine if all I could ever use was Titegroup.

Ruger P345 w/stainless slide -a great, inexpensive, easy to shoot, reliable and very robust weapon.

joneb · May 7, 2010, 11:02 AM

Assuming .45 acp, a Colt 70 series and a Marlin Camp 45. I use Bullseye, W-231 and AA#5, but mostly W-231.

mavracer · May 7, 2010, 11:11 AM

have used many others in the past but have setteled on ww231.
it's pretty versatile to I use it in bullseye loads for my '70 series gold cup, IDPA loads in my para and springfield and 230 ball practice load for the STI and High Standard compacts iI use to CCW.

freakshow10mm · May 7, 2010, 11:19 AM

None listed above.

Scrapperz · May 7, 2010, 11:23 AM

45 Colt 8 grains Unique under a 255 grain Hornady Cowboy Lead RNFP.

hoistfixer · May 7, 2010, 11:24 AM

Prefer IMR Hi-Skor 800X

Pathfinder45 · May 7, 2010, 12:31 PM

I voted for Unique because it's excellent in .45 Colt. But I think I like HS-7 the best. There are so many good powders to choose from though.....

**Mike Irwin** · May 7, 2010, 12:36 PM

231, here, in my Springfield MilSpec, S&W 4506, and S&W Model of 1917.

AlaskaMike · May 7, 2010, 01:00 PM

I load either Clays (for paper punching) or Power Pistol (for full power loads). Since PP wasn't listed I voted Clays.

Mike

Ranger325 · May 7, 2010, 01:01 PM

231 as well, in My SA Pro, Loaded, S&W Gunsite and a little Kimber Ultra...................

Regards,

Sky Master · May 7, 2010, 01:02 PM

I've been using WW231 in my Colt MKIV Series Gold Cup for over 30yrs behind cast 200gr and 185 JHP.

Jim243 · May 7, 2010, 01:12 PM

Win 231 - 230 gr Gold Dot - WLP primer. For Ruger P97 and Kimber 1911.

Jim

Edward429451 · May 7, 2010, 01:57 PM

I have been trying to best WW-231 since I first started using it. I haven't done it yet though other powders give acceptable performance in thier own right. Unique and Bullseye are ok and Power Pistol is showing promise but for now it's still 231. Have Robbie and Brian changed powders yet for 45? I've been using 231 since they came on the scene and said that's what they use. lol.
It was good advice.

floydster · May 7, 2010, 02:34 PM

If U haven't used Trail Boss in your 45 U are missing out, it is awesome with cast bullets.
Floyd

Fishslayer · May 7, 2010, 03:08 PM

My Ruger KP90 rewarded my perseverance last weekend with almost an 8 rd ragged hole @ 10 yds. I choked. Light load of Bullseye under a Bear Creek 230gr LRN.

My Model of 1950 S&W wheelgun likes Bullseye or Green Dot under a 200gr Berry's plated SWC..

wingman · May 7, 2010, 03:25 PM

AA5 then titegroup for light fun loads.

darkgael · May 7, 2010, 04:12 PM

For my 1911s, I use Bullseye. Two different loads - 4.0 grains and a 200 grain LSWC for targets and 5.0 grains and a 230 FMJ or HP for serious social situations.
The 5.0 load duplicates factory ball ammo.
I am also fond of 6.0 grains of SR 7625 and a 200 grain lead bullet for general use.
Pete

Buzzcook · May 7, 2010, 05:06 PM

I use Unique in both my 1911 and my SSA clone.

Sidewinder72 · May 7, 2010, 05:11 PM

My choice is Win 231 in Colt gold cup and government and Ruger P345

putteral · May 7, 2010, 05:24 PM

Titegroup for me. It just gives me better results than the others in my P220,EFS and 24/7 pro.
4.7 grs with any 200gr lead bullet is my favorite.

Stargazer · May 7, 2010, 06:19 PM

Unique 7 grains, 230 grain jacketed bullets, Glock 21 1st Edition, Baby Glock 36. Use it in 45 Colt too, 10-10.5 grains in Ruger BlackHawk 7.5" and RedHawk 4".

CAUTION: The following post includes loading data beyond currently published maximums for this cartridge. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Neither the writer, The Firing Line, nor the staff of TFL assume any liability for any damage or injury resulting from use of this information.

Nate1778 · May 7, 2010, 06:29 PM

8 grains of AA5 behind a 200g LSWC is deadly accurate and peppy. Its through a RIA 1911 tac.

View Poll Results: what is your first choice for powder.
Unique	25	16.89%
Universal	5	3.38%
Bullseye	28	18.92%
titegroup	15	10.14%
WST	2	1.35%
Clays	10	6.76%
Winn 231	49	33.11%
AA#5	12	8.11%
AA#7	1	0.68%
Accurate, which one?	1	0.68%
Voters: 148. You may not vote on this poll

May 7, 2010, 10:48 AM	#1
grubbylabs Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2009 Location: Hansen Idaho Posts: 1,465	45 powder poll Sorry but it seems that my self and a few other newbies are a little curios about this. So if the poll works vote for your favorite powder. Also tell us what 45 you shoot, or which ones. Thanks __________________ * (Swinging club) Whack! whack! whack! * Nope, the old nag's still dead . (Capt Charlie) Last edited by grubbylabs; May 7, 2010 at 10:54 AM.

May 7, 2010, 10:55 AM	#2
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	I voted Titegroup first, Bullseye second. Titegroup seems to burn much cleaner and I like the way it meters -- very consistent. Relatively cheap price per pound, too. If I had only one complain about Titegroup it's that it is very thin and slight static makes it want to cling to the walls of the powder measure hopper so that when I'm done with that session and I want to empty the powder measure, it takes more fussing than with almost every other powder I ever use. Small price to pay for a powder that seems to work so well for me. I use it mostly with 200r LSWC and I've recently tried it with 200 gr Berry's plated SWC slugs with fine results. If I ever use Unique again for anything, it will be too soon. You should get lots of votes for W231 in this poll, too. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

May 7, 2010, 10:56 AM	#3
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	My .45's (forgot), a Long Slide 1911 and a Ruger P90. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

May 7, 2010, 11:24 AM	#9
hoistfixer Member Join Date: December 31, 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 30	None of the Above Prefer IMR Hi-Skor 800X

May 7, 2010, 11:01 AM	#4
spacecoast Senior Member Join Date: October 14, 2009 Location: Sunshine and Keystone States Posts: 4,461	Titegroup. I've also used Unique, and will continue to do so, but I would be fine if all I could ever use was Titegroup. Ruger P345 w/stainless slide -a great, inexpensive, easy to shoot, reliable and very robust weapon.

May 7, 2010, 11:02 AM	#5
joneb Senior Member Join Date: December 10, 2005 Location: Central , OR Posts: 1,888	Assuming .45 acp, a Colt 70 series and a Marlin Camp 45. I use Bullseye, W-231 and AA#5, but mostly W-231.

May 7, 2010, 11:19 AM	#7
freakshow10mm Junior member Join Date: January 23, 2008 Location: MI Posts: 1,398	None listed above.

May 7, 2010, 12:31 PM	#10
Pathfinder45 Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2008 Posts: 3,224	How 'bout Other? I voted for Unique because it's excellent in .45 Colt. But I think I like HS-7 the best. There are so many good powders to choose from though.....

May 7, 2010, 12:36 PM	#11
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 13, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,390	231, here, in my Springfield MilSpec, S&W 4506, and S&W Model of 1917. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

May 7, 2010, 01:00 PM	#12
AlaskaMike Senior Member Join Date: September 26, 2005 Posts: 943	I load either Clays (for paper punching) or Power Pistol (for full power loads). Since PP wasn't listed I voted Clays. Mike

May 7, 2010, 01:01 PM	#13
Ranger325 Senior Member Join Date: April 23, 2005 Location: NW Ohio Posts: 428	231 as well, in My SA Pro, Loaded, S&W Gunsite and a little Kimber Ultra................... Regards, __________________ Ranger325 "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf. " George Orwell

May 7, 2010, 01:02 PM	#14
Sky Master Senior Member Join Date: May 30, 2009 Posts: 136	I've been using WW231 in my Colt MKIV Series Gold Cup for over 30yrs behind cast 200gr and 185 JHP.

May 7, 2010, 01:12 PM	#15
Jim243 Senior Member Join Date: January 5, 2009 Location: Just off Route 66 Posts: 5,067	Win 231 - 230 gr Gold Dot - WLP primer. For Ruger P97 and Kimber 1911. Jim

May 7, 2010, 01:57 PM	#16
Edward429451 Junior member Join Date: November 12, 2000 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Posts: 9,494	I have been trying to best WW-231 since I first started using it. I haven't done it yet though other powders give acceptable performance in thier own right. Unique and Bullseye are ok and Power Pistol is showing promise but for now it's still 231. Have Robbie and Brian changed powders yet for 45? I've been using 231 since they came on the scene and said that's what they use. lol. It was good advice.

May 7, 2010, 02:34 PM	#17
floydster Senior Member Join Date: May 26, 2008 Posts: 472	If U haven't used Trail Boss in your 45 U are missing out, it is awesome with cast bullets. Floyd

May 7, 2010, 03:08 PM	#18
Fishslayer Senior Member Join Date: January 1, 2010 Location: San Diego, PRK Posts: 182	My Ruger KP90 rewarded my perseverance last weekend with almost an 8 rd ragged hole @ 10 yds. I choked. Light load of Bullseye under a Bear Creek 230gr LRN. My Model of 1950 S&W wheelgun likes Bullseye or Green Dot under a 200gr Berry's plated SWC.. __________________ He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."

May 7, 2010, 03:25 PM	#19
wingman Senior Member Join Date: August 20, 2002 Posts: 2,108	AA5 then titegroup for light fun loads.

May 7, 2010, 04:12 PM	#20
darkgael Senior Member Join Date: February 9, 2006 Location: Homes in Brooklyn, NY and in Pennsylvania. Posts: 5,473	for the 1911 For my 1911s, I use Bullseye. Two different loads - 4.0 grains and a 200 grain LSWC for targets and 5.0 grains and a 230 FMJ or HP for serious social situations. The 5.0 load duplicates factory ball ammo. I am also fond of 6.0 grains of SR 7625 and a 200 grain lead bullet for general use. Pete __________________ “Auto racing, bull fighting, and mountain climbing are the only real sports ... all others are games.” Ernest Hemingway ... NRA Life Member

May 7, 2010, 05:06 PM	#21
Buzzcook Senior Member Join Date: November 29, 2007 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 6,126	I use Unique in both my 1911 and my SSA clone.

May 7, 2010, 05:11 PM	#22
Sidewinder72 Senior Member Join Date: November 25, 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 130	My choice is Win 231 in Colt gold cup and government and Ruger P345

May 7, 2010, 05:24 PM	#23
putteral Senior Member Join Date: May 17, 2008 Location: Homosassa,Florida Posts: 206	Titegroup for me. It just gives me better results than the others in my P220,EFS and 24/7 pro. 4.7 grs with any 200gr lead bullet is my favorite.

May 7, 2010, 06:19 PM	#24
Stargazer Senior Member Join Date: August 6, 2006 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 506	Unique 7 grains, 230 grain jacketed bullets, Glock 21 1st Edition, Baby Glock 36. Use it in 45 Colt too, 10-10.5 grains in Ruger BlackHawk 7.5" and RedHawk 4". CAUTION: The following post includes loading data beyond currently published maximums for this cartridge. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Neither the writer, The Firing Line, nor the staff of TFL assume any liability for any damage or injury resulting from use of this information. __________________ 5.56mm, reach out and touch something. .458 SOCOM,reach out and knock something down. M70 Web Page Last edited by Stargazer; May 7, 2010 at 06:25 PM.

May 7, 2010, 06:29 PM	#25
Nate1778 Senior Member Join Date: January 21, 2009 Location: Louisville Ky Posts: 312	8 grains of AA5 behind a 200g LSWC is deadly accurate and peppy. Its through a RIA 1911 tac. __________________ "And finally, the Baby Bear looked and he said, "Somebody's sleeping in my bed, and the bastard's still there!" But Goldylocks had a Remington semi-automatic, with a scope and a hair-trigger!"