ORIGINAL: Ark City Larry
I had4 Remington ML primers fail to fire 2 pellets of 777. Since then, I switched to American Pioneer Powder FFG and Winchester primers. I use 348 Powerbelts (295's sometimes). No problems loading 7-8 Powerbelts without cleaning in between.I shoot an Omega Z5 and Encore 209X50.
What gun & was this after an all day hunt?
Hard to compare the two powders in the same pellet form since APP does not come in the Pyrodex/777 pellet shape or diameter. Had APP did come in the same pellet design, you would of encounterd the same circumstances.
In two separate tests I conducted using both powders in loose formula, I sat them side-by-sidein an open-door pickup seat for several hours in cold, damp conditions. Afterwards, 777 fired instantly & APP didn't due to it's sugary constitution.
I have 17 hours invested into shooting/testingtwo jugs of APP. I've conducted different types of weather/shooting tests with it. I like the APP powder when applied to inlines. My Omega absolutely loves it.
Just remember to keep the hottest Federal 209A primers nearby when hunting for long periods with any blackpowder or subsitute. Weaker primers like Remington Kleanbores cannot be trusted to fire your powder on foul, humid weather days.