ORIGINAL: handloader1
I emptied a half full powder measure in the wrong powder canister. Expensive fertilizer. Good luck.
Been there, now all powder is kept in a seperate place in the house and 1 type is brought out for the load I'm working on then put away before another is brought out.
My absolute worst mistake was double charging a 357 mag load with 700x
back when I 1st started handloading.
To this day the remains of a S/W Revolver hang above my bench with a sign that reads
"LETS BE VERY VERY CAREFUL"
I look at it just before I pour powder in the hopper and when the cold chills go away, I thank God for watching over me, then I resume loading.
It took me about 10 years to get rid of my flinch after that experience. Seems like the nano second before the trigger broke that moment would flash thru my mind causing my whole body to tense and jerk.
Today I check and double check. Then I check it once more before seating the bullet.
Handloading is a pleasant hobby but never forget that it is a Deadly one too.
Be Careful Please
Wes