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 Powder Substitute for RL26
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03/11/22 07:12 PM
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Burton Ranch
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I recently purchased a 300 wsm with some reloads and load data. RL26 was used (topped with 200 gr. eld) and unfortunately I don't have any other caliber using this powder. I have varget, H4350, H4831 as well as others. Any advise would be greatly appreciated.
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Re: Powder Substitute for RL26
[Re: Burton Ranch]
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03/11/22 07:37 PM
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P_102
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What Bullet do you want to use? Your H4831 will work with 175 gr. on up, lots of listings for IMR 4350 but you’ll have to check on subbing H. Lots of options in the Nosler guide as well as others.
Do not trifle in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with ketchup.
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Re: Powder Substitute for RL26
[Re: Burton Ranch]
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03/11/22 07:38 PM
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RiverRider
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Of the powders you mention, I'd choose H4831.
![[Linked Image]](https://i.imgur.com/Kqs020H.jpg) "Arguing with you always makes me thirsty." -Augustus McRae
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Re: Powder Substitute for RL26
[Re: Burton Ranch]
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03/11/22 07:51 PM
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Buzzsaw
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SPACE FOR RENT
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Re: Powder Substitute for RL26
[Re: Burton Ranch]
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03/11/22 07:53 PM
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DStroud
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I use H4350 with 180 gr bullets in my 300WSM but I would try H4831 first with the heavies 200gr range.
As far as a substitute for Reloder 26..... the closest I have used is Vihtavuori N565 which might be just as hard to get.
Reloder 26 has magic pixie dust which due to supply chain issues has been really tough to get.
"Anyone taking up handloading necessarily plays with unknown factors and takes chances. But so does anyone who drives a car,goes to a cocktail party,eats in a restaurant,or gets married."
Jack O'Connor 1963
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Re: Powder Substitute for RL26
[Re: Burton Ranch]
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03/12/22 12:47 AM
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TAB
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Ive used 748 in the wsm cases with some pretty outstanding results in the past.
If you have some might be worth a look.
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Re: Powder Substitute for RL26
[Re: Burton Ranch]
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03/12/22 02:24 AM
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Ol Thumper
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Location? I’ve got some 26 if you need it and your close enough.
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Re: Powder Substitute for RL26
[Re: Ol Thumper]
#8556030
03/14/22 12:59 PM
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Burton Ranch
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Thanks guys for all the feedback. I really appreciate it. OT, I'm located near Comanche (between Brownwood and Stephenville). I'll figure out a way to get to you and something comparable to trade if your offer stands? Thanks again
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