Powder Measure
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Powder Measure
What is the most consistent powder measure in your experience? Looking for one to reload for my 45 loads and need consistency
VolScorpion- Posts : 94
Join date : 2017-03-07
Re: Powder Measure
Star reloader for sure second is Dillon, more importantly is the powder you use, n310 has been the best. I checked everything in my analytical scale. Star averaged +.020 grains average Dillon +.035 grains
Chris Miceli- Posts : 2715
Join date : 2015-10-27
Location : Northern Virginia
Re: Powder Measure
What press?
james r chapman- Admin
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Age : 75
Location : HELL, Michigan
Re: Powder Measure
I used my star universal reloader w/ powder bushing, and my 550 w/ the factory powder bar(with a micrometer dial), also i have prairie dog powder baffle in the dillon hopper.james r chapman wrote:What press?
I can measure some more and post up results. my GD503 scale is a .0001 gram scale
Chris Miceli- Posts : 2715
Join date : 2015-10-27
Location : Northern Virginia
Re: Powder Measure
I was asking the OP. But thanks.
I often use my IDEAl 55 myself.
I often use my IDEAl 55 myself.
james r chapman- Admin
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Re: Powder Measure
The Hornady pistol measure on my LNL press is within 1/10, very accurate
rebs- Posts : 273
Join date : 2015-02-11
Re: Powder Measure
I've found most measures are powder type dependent.
james r chapman- Admin
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Re: Powder Measure
This was discussed some time ago but you will get variations in weight with variations in humidity, usually related to the seasons. Powder measures meter volume, and powder density can vary. I gave up worrying about that- not sure I could tell the difference. Personally, I usually use a Lee Pro Auto-disc with it's fixed volumes.
davekp- Posts : 315
Join date : 2011-06-11
Re: Powder Measure
Greetings,
I was recently gifted a Redding BR-3 measure with the Pistol Insert.
Once the powder settles, it repeats rather well with small charges. i.e. 1.20-2.00 grains of VV N310
The micrometer offers a very fine adjustment.
For mass production, I load with a Star using replaceable powder bushings.
Cheers,
Dave
I was recently gifted a Redding BR-3 measure with the Pistol Insert.
Once the powder settles, it repeats rather well with small charges. i.e. 1.20-2.00 grains of VV N310
The micrometer offers a very fine adjustment.
For mass production, I load with a Star using replaceable powder bushings.
Cheers,
Dave
fc60- Posts : 1416
Join date : 2011-06-11
Location : South Prairie, WA 98385
Re: Powder Measure
I have a Lee Perfect Powder Measure. It lives up to its billing. It never varies more than .1 in either direction. The only powder I have had an issue with is H110, which should probably be individually measured anyway.
gjconlon777- Posts : 12
Join date : 2017-03-06
Location : SW Michigan
Re: Powder Measure
+1 And 700x doesn't meter either.gjconlon777 wrote:I have a Lee Perfect Powder Measure. It lives up to its billing. It never varies more than .1 in either direction. The only powder I have had an issue with is H110, which should probably be individually measured anyway.
LenV- Posts : 4725
Join date : 2014-01-25
Age : 74
Location : Oregon
Re: Powder Measure
Okay, looking for one that will meter bullseye consistently, if that helps
VolScorpion- Posts : 94
Join date : 2017-03-07
Re: Powder Measure
They all work well. Fit your price range.
Dillon , Hornady, Lee on the machine.
Dillon , Hornady, Lee on the machine.
james r chapman- Admin
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Re: Powder Measure
Uniform is fine with bullseye. So is the lyman 55.
jmdavis- Posts : 1409
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Location : Virginia
Re: Powder Measure
VolScorpion wrote:What is the most consistent powder measure in your experience?
Hello VolScorpion,
If your asking about a powder measure not incorporated into a progressive press my vote would go for a "Harrell's Precision Pistol Measure". I have two and believe that they are the very best available, albeit a little pricey.
Jim
spursnguns- Posts : 610
Join date : 2013-01-04
Age : 66
Location : Nampa, Idaho
Re: Powder Measure
I've got the RCBS Uniflow with the 50 grain drum for 9X19. Titegroup, BE-86 and CFE Pistol all meter within +,- 0.1 grain. Once dialed in, I measure a throw every 10 rounds. I also use a piece of clean dry white cotton tee shirt to clean the innards after 200 throws or when changing powders. I'm sure there are better measures out there. Ford or Chevy? Toyota or Honda? Lamborghini or Ferrari?
Bigtrout- Posts : 417
Join date : 2015-06-21
Age : 83
Location : Richmond, VT
Re: Powder Measure
spursnguns wrote:VolScorpion wrote:What is the most consistent powder measure in your experience?
Hello VolScorpion,
If your asking about a powder measure not incorporated into a progressive press my vote would go for a "Harrell's Precision Pistol Measure". I have two and believe that they are the very best available, albeit a little pricey.
Jim
YES ^^^
HenryA- Posts : 94
Join date : 2013-08-25
Re: Powder Measure
jmdavis wrote:Uniform is fine with bullseye. So is the lyman 55.
I use the Lyman 55, and its always right on the money. As with any powder measure the person using it the same every time makes a huge difference..
s1120- Posts : 332
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