Home Forums Reloading Big Game Rifles IMR 3031 Why Not???

I actually started reloading for the 30-06 in 1977 using what was then DuPont 3031. I used a load of 47 gr and a 150 gr Sierra. It worked OK, but I found better performing powders. I still use some 3031 for the 35 Remington, but even there I've gotten away from it and went to H4895 and AA2520. The IMR powders just don't meter well. I use H-4350 for the 30-06 now.

I had a guy tell me to use it in my 444, but I think it's much too slow for that application. I use H-4198 in the 444. If you still have some, use it. I just wouldn't replace it when it's gone.