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Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 03:40 PM
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mikebass78
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Can anyone throw a few out there, model numbers would help as well. Just looking for something not too expensive that has been proven to work well. I need the extra tools as well , as seen here... http://www.amazon.com/SmartReloader-Extr...ds=powder+scaleBut they said thats scales trash, so if anyone has bought a similar package to that, would be helpful as well.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 04:20 PM
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I got the gem pro 250 by my wiegh. Measures to 2/1000. Worth every penny.
Last edited by mike1113; 01/02/13 04:22 PM.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 04:29 PM
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bcranch
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Are you looking for a balance or a digital? I have a Lee balance scale that works great, I use it to comfirm loads and it shows changes at the single grain of powder level. I just got (Merry Christmas)a Hornady lock n load digital scale and have been happy with it so far, it shows changes slower but seems to work well so far.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 04:55 PM
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digital...But..balance would be acceptable, seeing as how I'm just getting started, How much, and shipping to 75070?
Thanks
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 05:12 PM
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bcranch
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Those two were just a suggestion, honestly the prices that you can get from Midway, Natchez, or Ebay are pretty good. One thing to look out for on the balance is how the you set the scale. One of the frustrations with the Lee scale is that the 1gr and 1/10gr setting is prone to movement and has to be reset. If you are not doing a lot of volume I would just find a balance and call it good. Midway has the Lee scales for $23.99. The RCBS and Lyman are more expensive.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 06:40 PM
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I have had an Ohaus 10-10 beam scale (now it's the RCBS 10-10 I believe) for 25 years (got it from my dad, and he had it for a LONG time before I did.).
It is VERY accurate and consistent. As of late, I've been using a Hornady Lock n Load digital. It's been ok so far, but my Ohaus is what I always fall back on.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 08:08 PM
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I have two Beam Scales. One RCBS and a Dillon.
I don't like Digital.....
But I am considering an RCBS.
I'm just old school I guess.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 09:48 PM
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I have 2 10-10's, 1 5-10, RCBS digital, and a Gem Pro 250. I usually use the Gem Pro.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 10:24 PM
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The best for the money that I know of, is the Dillon Eliminator. Easy adjustment, very quick to stabilize, and easy to read. http://www.dillonprecision.com/content/p...tor__039__ScaleI also have a cheapo digital that I use for quick stuff, but it's a little flaky at times.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 11:06 PM
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/02/13 11:34 PM
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The Hornady Lock n Load digital has been worth every cent. Keep a cheap beam scale around just in case.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/03/13 12:50 AM
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/03/13 01:16 AM
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A balance scale takes a little longer to fine tune your load but they are accurate.
I use Pact scale. The only time it lets me down is when the battery dies.
You probably will end up with one of each.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/03/13 03:51 PM
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One of the frustrations with the Lee scale is that the 1gr and 1/10gr setting is prone to movement and has to be reset. I use a Lee and have noticed the same thing. A little bit of bearing grease - the red marine sticky stuff works best - on slide part helps keep it in place. Just make sure to recalibrate to zero. The Lee scale has worked fine as far as I can tell. I have been watching for a better one though.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/03/13 04:23 PM
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The scales that are a part of the Hornady and RCBS dispensers are both pretty good. They are fast---they have to be for the dispenser to work. I think the RCBS scale is a little better than the Hornady. I suspect it's a difference in software.
I have an old PACT DPPS I bought nearly twenty years ago and it's very reliable, but it's a LOT slower than the ones they're putting in dispensers.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/03/13 04:31 PM
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The scales that are a part of the Hornady and RCBS dispensers are both pretty good. They are fast---they have to be for the dispenser to work. I think the RCBS scale is a little better than the Hornady. I suspect it's a difference in software.
I have an old PACT DPPS I bought nearly twenty years ago and it's very reliable, but it's a LOT slower than the ones they're putting in dispensers. We tried comparing the Hornady and RCBS recently, the RCBS was a little more accurate on the powder drops than the Hornady. Not enough though that I am selling the Hornady to buy a RCBS.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/04/13 01:26 AM
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bcranch
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Chalet, thanks for the tip on the Lee scale. I really like it other than that. I often reload with my son and if he is seating a bullet while I am trying to measure a charge I get all screwed up.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/05/13 12:25 AM
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Ainsworth use to make a very good scale. I've had mine for about 20 years
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/05/13 04:28 AM
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I'll second the PACT digital. Got one ten tears ago and will NEVER go back to a balance beam.
Everytime someone asks me about getting into reloading, I tell them to get a digital scale no matter what else they get.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/05/13 05:57 PM
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If I was in the market for a digital scale right now, I'd seriously consider this one.
"Arguing with you always makes me thirsty." -Augustus McRae
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/05/13 06:13 PM
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I like the idea of the electronic scales but I think I'll give the RCBS 5-0-5 a try because it comes in the kit. I understand a lot of people like to have a balance beam scale as a backup anyway
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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01/14/13 03:24 AM
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Mods lock. Thanks everyone.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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11/09/13 09:21 AM
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order a tuned redding 505 from scott parker..... ONLY WAY TO GO
Slow is smooth and smooth is accurate. "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf."
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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11/11/13 11:52 AM
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I use RCBS balance beam scales when loading 50 or less or working load development. But after I use a Lyman elec scale and powder trickler for larger Amounts. It was a little over $200, and only drawback I've had is a 30 min warmup time.
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Re: Powder Scale Suggestions
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11/11/13 04:34 PM
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I've got the Lyman 1200 DPS3 that throws and trickles and I will NEVER go back to an old fashioned beam scale. The Lyman is fast. While I'm seating a bullet in a case, the Lyman will have the next powder charge thrown and ready for me. Fast. Accurate. Easy.
So let's say you're working up loads for a new rifle. You want to try another half grain of powder. No adjustments required, other than you just input the new load you want.
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