IMR 4895
by Creeker 
, Hardwoods, Monday, March 06, 2017, 08:25 (2821 days ago)
For several years I've used this powder for reduced loads [mostly 50% case capacity] in my rifles with any bullet. While I don't subscribe to Handloader Magazine anymore I do get the Wolfe Tracks Newsletter & the March edition has a download for Handloader March/April. I find this at the bottom of page 7:
After my article “Reduced Rifle Loads” appeared in Handloader No. 306 (February 2017), Hodgdon contacted me with new information. After considerable testing, they recommend against using IMR-4895 for reduced loads, suggesting only H-4895 and Trail Boss. – John Barsness
Guess I should contact Hodgdon...........Creeker
IMR 4895
by Cherokee , Medina, Ohio, Monday, March 06, 2017, 11:00 (2821 days ago) @ Creeker
Interesting. I also have been using it for reduced loads for many years, what has changed ?
IMR 4895
by Creeker , Hardwoods, Monday, March 06, 2017, 18:09 (2821 days ago) @ Cherokee
Can't answer that. I'm using powder from a 55 gallon drum at present. Who knows how old it is. I've had no problems in 30-30 or 30-06 loading to 50% capacity +or- a couple grains. Go figure.
55 gallon drum = awesome.
by Bryan 
, Ft Worth, TX, Monday, March 06, 2017, 21:20 (2820 days ago) @ Creeker
I regret passing up a large keg (40+ lbs) of WW296. I rarely see the larger amounts.
Saw that.
by Hoot , Diversityville, Liberal-sota, Thursday, March 09, 2017, 06:08 (2818 days ago) @ Creeker
I've used the 60% formula without regard to H or IMR...of course not using the powders interchangeably, just the 60% bit. I would appreciate hearing anything further if Hodgdon is contacted.
Appreciate the feedback
by Creeker , Hardwoods, Thursday, March 09, 2017, 21:24 (2817 days ago) @ Creeker
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