9 grains Unique; 45 Colt

[SgtDog0311]

I want to give Universal a try too as TXGunNut suggested - as soon as I purchase some. I don't have any experience with Unique and that wieght bullet but I shot a batch of Ranch Dog 290s and my best accuracy was with 8.9gr of Unique. 10 rd avg velocity was 1119fps. No adverse indication seen or felt and the groups were under one inch at 50yds. Would hope to do better but the Unique performed as well or better than 2400 and 4227, at least that trip.

[Ziptar]

I've used Universal in my .45 Colt loads in the past. It's a grain for grain equivalent for Unique. Only difference I ever noticed is Universal is just a tad cleaner with lighter loads.

[pls1911]

As stated above, 9 to 10 grains for 250-270 grain bullets in .45 Colts right on....
Revolvers or rifles.
For SAA, perhaps the lower end would be best.

[1bluehorse]

I had a 1860 Henry (Uberti) repro that I shot a lot of 8 1/2 and 9gr Unique loads in with no issues. I traded the thing off because I also load hotter for an 1892 and 45 colt Rugers (not with Unique) and was concerned one of those might inadvertantly get in the mix....can happen....I will add, I hate Bullseye in the 45 colt...

[bmanis]

1bluehorse: What issues did you experience with Bullseye in 45colt? I just bought a pound of it so I am just curious? May save me some headache to know.

Bmanis

[Kosh75287]

For a replica 1873, I might back down to 8.5/Unique/230, but it might be more for my peace of mind rather than any pressing (pun not intended) safety concerns. Using 9.0/Unique/200 RNFP might also yield you some nice results.