Baschieri & Pellagri 102 Pistol

B&P 102 Pistol is a smokeless handgun powder produced by Baschieri & Pellagri (B&P), designed for modern pistol and revolver cartridges. It is generally regarded as a fast-to-medium burn rate propellant, suitable for a wide range of applications where clean ignition, consistent performance, and reliable metering are important. The powder is commonly used for popular calibers such as 9×19 mm Luger, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, and similar pistol cartridges, and it can also be applied in light revolver loads depending on published data.

B&P 102 is typically described as a flattened, double-base powder, meaning it contains both nitrocellulose and nitroglycerin. This composition often supports stable combustion and good energy content, which can help achieve efficient velocities at standard pressure levels. Handloaders value it for producing uniform shot-to-shot results when loads are assembled carefully with consistent components and proper case preparation.