Accurate No. 2 is a double-base, spherical gunpowder specifically designed for creating light-recoiling, high-precision target loads for handguns. As a spherical powder, it is known for its excellent flow characteristics, which allow it to meter with exceptional consistency in any powder measure. Its extremely fast burn rate is optimized for low-velocity applications and requires small charge weights, making it a very economical choice for high-volume shooting. Accurate No. 2 is a top choice for a wide range of cartridges, with a particularly strong reputation for accuracy in the .38 Special (especially with wadcutter bullets), the .45 ACP, and the 9mm Luger. Its clean-burning nature and consistency make it ideal for competitive target shooters.