Where to find answers to novice questions

[mattri]

I have a basic understanding of the reloading process and have reloaded hunting rounds with good results.

I can read a chart/table and see what others have used to get a certain result- 150grn hpbt 52grns of powder x with primer z to achieve 3100fps etc.

Looking at a table I can see 10 different types of powder, know that they are different, that their burn characteristics are different but I don't know how they are different.

Is R22 faster or slower than H4381? Why? How?
How do I know when to choose one over the other?
What makes a CCI 200 primer different than a Rem?
Why choose one over the other?
Hornady's 150grn SST's have a higher BC than a Sierra Match King, why are the Sierras supposed to be more accurate?

I know this is pretty basic stuff compared to what a lot of folks are posting here but I can't seem to find a good place to answer the amateur questions. Any and all help appreciated, Matt.

 

[tiny68]

Let me suggest a different forum that is specifically tailored to your types of questions. Try http://www.reloadbench.com/cgi-bin/ubbcgi/Ultimate.cgi. Those guys got me up and running years ago and answers some pretty stupid questions from me without making me feel like an idiot. Just a suggestions.

Luck and welcome to the wonderful world of reloading, Tim

 

[mattri]

Thanks for the link, signed up and saved it in my favorites.

 

[Skeeter]

This link will also provide burn rates for powders along with comments on each.

http://www.tacticoolproducts.com/powder.pdf

Skeeter