I'm kicking around the idea of getting a pound of IMR 7828 to load for my 338 win mag. I understand that both powders are interchangable and that the advantage of the SSC is that it more efficiently fills cases thus reducing load density and it meters better out of a powder measure. Metering is not a benefit to me as I'm a low volume reloader so my question is will I find an actual, practical advantage to waiting to find a can of SSC vs being able to immediately pick up a can of the regular 7828 sitting on the sporting goods self as I write this. Looking for pros, cons, and general feedback. Thanks
IMR 7828 vs 7828 SSC... Practical Difference
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cougar1717
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The short answer is no. IMR 7828 is a great magnum powder in either form. You may crunch a little more powder as workups go toward maximum or compressed charges with the regular vs the SSC. However, 338WM is a relatively large case with a large mouth. It's when you try to stuff IMR 7828 into say... 243 Winchester... that the SSC is much more user friendly.
ArchAngelCD
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But for the size there is no difference in the powder itself. If you don't need the smaller size buy the one you can get without a wait.
JimKirk
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I've shot a bunch of IMR 7828 in both .25/06 and .243 Win.....
The SC would be easier to get in the .243 ....
The SC would be easier to get in the .243 ....
old heeler
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I use IMR-7828ssc in 243AI,270,270Wby,280AI.
FROGO207
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The only detractor l would find is usimg a volumetric measure it would have to be adjusted for the smaller volume. Then verify the correct weight with each can. I would use whatever you use now if it goes in OK already.
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