I used to use Federal premium 165 BTSP until this year. I have only hand loaded one type so far and it's shooting pretty well. I'm using 69 gr. of H-1000 powder and 162 gr. SST's. I really like the SST's and the bullet weight, so I don't think that will change to anything smaller or bigger, but I do want to try different powders. I found the 165's worked great for all the animals I hunted so the 162's are right up my alley. Thanks for the input & all the best in the new year....JDinAB