Witnessed a double charge of unique powder (I think that is what it was) in a 44 mag. Red hawk years ago. When he pulled the trigger the gun launched out of his hands and over his right shoulder-head area cutting just above his right ear. We found the pistol in the drainage ditch about 20 feet back in the mud. After putting a dressing on his head we packed up our stuff and headed home. Dropped all his gear off at home and took care of 8 stiches at the hospital.
He had the pistol sent to Ruger for inspection and it came back that all was good, the pistol held the blast. I don't ever remember him using it again and he still has it as a souvenir only.
Friend remembered that his 4 year old son came to help dad reload for about 1/2 hour and maybe this is when a double charge occurred.
Be vigilant and meticulous in reloading, don't have any distractions and take your time.
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