Product Preview: WinClean 244 Gunpowder

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posted on May 11, 2018
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Winchester WinClean 244 is a new ball powder for precise metering, and is ideally suited to 9 mm Luger, .38 Spl. and .45 ACP standard loads. The powder is devised for consistency and clean burning, while featuring a low flash and utility across a broad range of applications. Additionally, WinClean powder reduces copper fouling and residue, extending accuracy and consistency for longer shooting periods. The powder is available from midwayusa.com in 1-lb. ($28), 4-lb. ($98) and 8-lb. ($177) canisters. Contact: Winchester Smokeless Propellants; (913) 362-9455; wwpowder.com.

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