UNIQUE® SHOTSHELL POWDER Reviews & Ratings

ALLIANT POWDER UNIQUE® SHOTSHELL POWDER

Now cleaner burning! Most versatile shotgun/handgun powder made. Great for 12, 16, 20 and 28 gauge loads. Use with most hulls, primers and wads.

Most versatile powder made
Good in all popular pistol calibers
Great for light 12, 16, 20 and 28 gauge loads

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Reviews Summary

Reviewers are overwhelmingly pleased with UNIQUE® SHOTSHELL POWDER, praising its versatility and reliability for various reloading needs. Many express appreciation for the availability through Brownells, noting a long-standing preference for this brand of powder. While minor comments regarding measurement quirks exist, they don't overshadow the overall satisfaction.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Versatility

67%

Many reviewers highlight UNIQUE® SHOTSHELL POWDER's versatility, being suitable for a wide range of calibers from .380 to .44 Magnum. Users appreciate its effectiveness in both handgun and cast rifle loads, often pointing out that it performs reliably across different applications.

Availability and Accessibility

53%

Repeatedly, customers express gratitude for being able to find UNIQUE® powder in stock, particularly through Brownells. Several mention having difficulty obtaining it from other sources, making this availability a significant positive point.

Long-Time User Satisfaction

47%

Numerous reviewers mention their long-term use of UNIQUE powder, some spanning decades. This longstanding user base consistently notes satisfaction with its performance and reliability, emphasizing its status as a go-to choice among seasoned reloaders.

Performance Consistency

40%

Customers frequently commend the consistent performance of UNIQUE® SHOTSHELL POWDER, stating that it provides predictable results in their reloading projects. Reviews mention accurate measurements and reliable charge performance, contributing to their overall satisfaction.

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History tells the story

Im relatively new to reloading. Ive noticed this powder seems to be ubiquitous in data Im searching and from experienced reloaders as well. I used it for 9mm and myself and my son-in law like the cartridges Ive produced using this powder. Im sure if youre an experienced reloader youre not bothering to read the reviews on this product. And if youre new, youre reading it because youve heard the name cited over and over. There is a reason for that. Get it!

Unique

Huge fan of Unique, have used in everything from .38 Special to .44/40 and 45 Colt.

My Go-to powder

Used since the early 70s when I started reloading. It quickly became my mainstay for handgun calibers. I use it for everything from 9mm, 38 Special, 357 and 44 Mag, 45 ACP and Colt. Youcan light load or get magnum velocities with this powder.

The Best Pistol Powder Around!!

I've been using this powder for over 30 years. Alliant is a solid company. This is by far their best smokeless powder. I've used this in everything from 380. to 44 mag. hunting loads. It is the easiest to measure. Some have a problem with how it measures. If you do, you may need a new measure. Powder measures do wear out. I've replaced mine three times in 30 years. If you use 3 or 4 different powders, like I do, some powders can chew up your measures making them useless. As far as accurate, this has been the best in my load book. There is a reason why this powder is always out of stock. Brownells always comes through for me. :) Good Shooting To All!!

Great all around powder

This powder is great for both pistol and cast rifle loads. I get 1.5" groups from my 180 gr cast bullet .308 reloads, and great performance from my pistol loads-everything from .380-.45! If I had to choose one powder for everything this would be it hands down.

Unique Powder

Been looking for Unique for a long time. No other online store or local store carried it. Glad you carried it, I was just about to run out of my last pound of it. Please get some more in stock

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by LARRY H. on September 29, 2025

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Around a long time for a reason

I have been using this for 30+ years. They made it cleaner, but ... it IS quirky through the powder measure, be carefull! I use it in .357 Magnum loads, makes for a consistant charge with predictable performance. I have to say again ... be carefull with the measure! Probably not the best for multi stage presses.