A few years ago, I purchased 8# of Herco for loading 12 gauge deer slugs and turkey loads. I've still got at least 7# and was looking to possibly use it for loading the .44 magnum. I've got a booklet entitled "The Complete Reloading Manual for the .44 Magnum", published in 1990 by Loadbooks USA, which shows on page 30 Herco loads for 180, 200, 225, 240, 265, and 310 grain jacketed and lead bullets, most reaching muzzle velocities of 1,500 fps (13.6 grains of Herco) for the lightest to 1,000 fps (8.0 grains of Herco) for the heaviest. I realize that there are probably better powders for the .44 magnum, but I was just wondering if anyone had used Herco and how compatible you found it for the .44 magnum. Thanks.