Originally Posted by
Bmi48219
I used to use Herco & Unique for 9 mm & 45 auto. But like a few others have said, $$$ per pound convinced me to try Tite Group. It's generally 20 to 25 % less (cost per pound) and standard loads are 10 to 20 % less weight. TG meters a little better and, IMO, burns cleaner. I think Herco & Unique are slightly more accurate in the loads I use but not much. For sure a double charged case of Herco or Unique is easier to spot than TG. The extra volume of those 2 Alliant powders probably contributes to accuracy too.
To be realistic, with 7000 grains in a pound, a charge of whatever powder for most pistol reloads is around a penny more or less. Projectiles, even cast, are the most costly component followed by primers.
I like to buy powder in 8 pound jugs. That's where you notice a big difference in cost. Like 8 pounds TG costs less than 6 pounds of Unique. Both are good, the cost difference will buy another 1,400 primers.