Comments on: What Happens When You Load Pistol Powder in a Rifle Cartridge

By: Reloading guy in virginia

Reloading guy in virginia — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 21:46:51 +0000

Hey Bowen: You’re the kind of person that states they do everything right and then Kill three people. You are not invincible, and just because you “triple” check everything does not mean you won’t die or be injured the same as the man that mixed up the powders. Stop Being Arrogant and accept that your not perfect. I have reloaded for 20 years, i have made mistakes, but i am still here because i can admit i make mistakes and can learn from them

By: Gary L Evans

Gary L Evans — Sun, 08 Jul 2018 04:10:01 +0000

Im sorry to hear about the incident that took place and I wish you a full recovery. See I’ve been reloading close to 25 years and being retired military and police I have loaded just about everything. I personally never have more than one canister of powder at any given time. My youngest son age 9 shots a 7mm-08 so I tested powder combinations that reduced the recoil yet still gave great performance and accuratacy.Using Hodgon H110 25 grains. Accompanied by Hornady 139 grain SST. Great for kids or beginners that like the Bigger Bore than the 243.

By: brane pilot

brane pilot — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 02:53:52 +0000

A story I heard a LONG time ago was how US special forces in Vietnam deliberately left where the VC would find it a cache of AK-47/SKS rifle ammo containing some cartridges salted with RDX high explosive.
Big surprise when some VC pulled the trigger in a firefight.
Maybe just a myth, but thought provoking.

By: Ed

Ed — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 03:08:36 +0000

Hey Bowen,
I know i read it and the guy said “Operator Error”. Obviously youve never made a mistake before but the rest of us are human beings n make mistakes so get off your high horse and show a litte sympathy….

By: Paul Sanders

Paul Sanders — Mon, 15 May 2017 01:15:28 +0000

Another thing to consider is exercizing extreme vigilance when a load is so small, that double charging doesn’t spill over the top of the case. A friend used a Dillon 550 to load .45 ACP, using Winchester 231. A typical charge is between 4 and 6 grains, but guess what? Ten grains can fit in the case!

I know this because a different friend’s Glock 36 blew up after using what my friend had clearly double-charged. My lesson for me is to double check the charges in all stations if I stopped the flow of the process, as it’s easy to become distracted and come back and double charge unknowingly. I had bought hundred of my friend’s reloads and now have to check for double charges.

By: Gene

Gene — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 05:34:14 +0000

Sorry you had a accident reloading , and hope you recover to be able to shoot and load again . Reloading is dangerous . We all know that . And mistakes do happen . But I sure would like to meet those “perfect” people out there who’ve never made a mistake .
Been reloading since age 13 , and I learned several things from the man who taught me . My Dad .

1. One bottle on the bench at a time.
2. Powder is NOT stored in the same room as loading equipment.
3. Loading is NOT a social activity.
4. Read the label TWICE . Then verify before you pour it in the measure.
Any kind of distractions ; phone , doorbell …Anything . Start that round over . Dump it and begin again . Think the pictures explain why ..Let’s be safe out there .

By: Rick

Rick — Wed, 23 Nov 2016 20:18:31 +0000

Remember when rifle powders came in metal cans and each was painted a different color? Sometimes technology can be dangerous.

By: Matt

Matt — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 15:22:22 +0000

I am sorry that this happened to you and hope you get back on the gun (horse so to speak). Some advice for everyone is to triple check and have no distractions or hurry! Also keep your pistol and rifle powders on different lacked shelves or in a completely different cabinet! I have under charged pistol and almost double charged so I’m guilty of mistakes too! Freeloading cakes absolutely one hundred percent concentration and focus I learned that after undercharging and had to push a lead bullet out of my Kimber Barrel thank goodness I didn’t damage it!

By: Marshall

Marshall — Wed, 03 Aug 2016 20:04:51 +0000

I’ve always kept all powder off of my bench, except the one I am using. I double check the label before I load, and again as I return any unused powder to the container. I’m glad this gentleman was not hurt worse. I’m also very glad he shared his story. Never think you can’t make a mistake, it could be your undoing….

By: Kenneth

Kenneth — Sun, 29 May 2016 23:08:38 +0000

I think the title of this article is misleading. I have reloaded for almost 61 years and am even more cautious now that I am older and do forget some things as we all do irrespective of age. I keep all of my powder inside closed cabinets and only have “ONE” container of powder on the bench at a time. No exceptions. I use rifle powder in my pistols and pistol powder in some of my rifles. Read the loading manuals carefully, check and recheck. It is easy to make a mistake but easy to catch it if you develop a routine and stick with it.