I was using pyrodex but I recently went to the tripple 7. I like the gun and it is accurate, I am really looking for an excuse to buy an encore. My 700 is blued and I would be getting a stainless encore. I can get a new stainless synthetic .50 cal for $522 out the door. I would like $250 for the 700 but I don't know if I can get it.