Which "UNIVERSAL" Powders to stock for .223/.308/.45ACP/.30 Carbine reloading?

[Matt Anthony]

Well you may not like the post, but there is nothing wrong with answering it, we're not giving him any loads, and he still has the need to acquire a manual, and this IS a reloading forum. I've seen the Col. Colt handle around the forum, I think he may be a good member in long standing, not sure. Meanwhile, I know several avid shooters, at least up until recent months, never reloaded or considered reloading, and only purchased ammo in bulk to support their habit. So while it may seem unikely, perhaps not unheard of. It certainly is logical that now there are bunches of people wanting to get into reloading.

Two of the avid shooters I know, one is now going into reloading, the other is trying to cut a deal to have me reload some stuff for him. I may consider doing that, but if so I may consider video taping the reloading session to ensure "transparency". I could just be "the most transparent reloader in history" (now where did I hear that phrase?).

You are correct, nothing wrong with answering the post, but I still don't like it as I assume an armorer would be familiar with reloading regardless of what the school taught him. I should not assume anything and if I offended the original poster, accept my apology!
Matt

[Hefights]

Like he says, "armorers" are not all familiar with reloading. Most gunsmiths are. I had to think about it but it makes senses. Meanwhile based upon his description I now recognize this as the COL Colt that haunts several forums, so he is "legit"

[Tuna]

Most police department armorers are not going to be using reloads but factory ammo. Out of 39 cities and towns in my area only two of us reloaded for our own use but we both still use factory ammo when needed.