Since I was perceived as taking a side on a recent pi$$ing match on this board, I might as well butt in here. Why not, I’m bored.
Most anyone that has been involved with MLs for a small amount of time fully realizes that T/C’s manuals are grossly out of date, erring on the side of less liability, particularly for the older models such as Encore and Omega. So what happens when someone new to MLs is advised that he should disregard a powder maker’s recommendations in favor of the ML manufacturer’s manual when considering powder loads? Well, say the newbie goes and takes a look at T/C’s manual. OMG!! T/C does not mention Triple 7 or BH209!! That must mean they are both unsafe!!
I think one of the points made by NATO is dead on, namely, that it’s perhaps a little disingenuous suggest to consulting the T/C manual when considering BH209 loads, whether by volume or weight.