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I seem to recall somewhat frequent threads a few years back asking for novelty 10mm loads with lots of flash and concussion -- Power Pistol was a popular answer.

Power Pistol seems to work well in 9mm also, which is the other caliber OP's friend is loading. I'm not familiar enough with BE-86 to know how it compares though.

I bet that Varget 8 lbs jug cost more than a Glock.

At my local academy CCI-500 sleaves were $7.99 two weeks ago, up to $8.99 last week. But, that is without shipping or hazmat.

TAC is great and is my current choice for 55gr in 223. Meters well, performs well, tends to be available. I do miss the pre-COVID pricing though!

I started my reloading journey with the Hornady 55gr FMJ and Varget. Some will say using Varget on such a load is a waste, but it worked just fine for me. I don't have experience with your other powders.

I think it's nice to have an option to order something like that direct from the manufacturer. Glad you got your item delivered OP.

I've had good experiences with Hornady 223 brass. I can't speak to softness, but I do like the brass.

The nice thing with crimped primers is more certainty it is once-fired.

TAC is good stuff. I do miss the pre-COVID pricing though (~$174/8 lbs).

I use Unique when resizing pistol cases, though my dies are not carbide. I use a solvent (ethyl alcohol) on a microfiber cloth to remove it from cases afterwards. It works well for me!

I clean my dies with 75% ethyl alcohol on a microfiber cloth and dry thoroughly. No issues with rust or corrosion so far, but my loading area is always below 50% humidity.

With the 55gr VMAX I hold the bullet until it's in the seating die.

I'm not sure who could mix those two offerings up.

Welcome to THR!

I've had good luck with Hornady Unique for pistol. It needs to be removed before loading, but I resize independently of other operations.

At least in the case of Starline Brass 9mm +P brass, they note: "Our 9MM+P has no difference from the standard 9mm Luger other than headstamp designation for load segregation. Due to standard case design, it will handle +P pressures with no problems." I'm uncertain in the case of other brands...

I don't dry my pins but I've never seen mold or had any bad smells.

I wouldn't be surprised if it was just a rebadged dehydrator. On that note, I use a food dehydrator for brass and it works great -- an older version of a Presto 06300.

I have a pack of the RMR 95gr on the way. I really like their 9mm weight-appropriate projectiles and assumed their 380 offering would be great as well.