[daniel17319]

I found a RCBS rock chucker that I'm going to purchase because of peoples recommendations on here.


My question is, I also found a RCBS powder measure. I want to build a taylor made reloader. Should i purchase the powder measure or should i purchase another one with a digital scale. Please redmond the best for the money set up


As usual thanks gentlemen for the help

 

[AzMedic]

I'm still using the 5-0-5 scale that came with my master kit in the 90's... thought about going electronic but still like to measure every 10th charge to be sure of weight & still using the manual throw powder drop (I just bought two Uniflows - 1 set up for pistol powder and 1 set up for Rifle powder) - check out http://inlinefabrication.com/
I bought a raised stand, powder measure swing arm and press arm for my rock-chucker from them and their customer service is excellent....

 

[daniel17319]

I'm still using the 5-0-5 scale that came with my master kit in the 90's... thought about going electronic but still like to measure every 10th charge to be sure of weight & still using the manual throw powder drop (I just bought two Uniflows - 1 set up for pistol powder and 1 set up for Rifle powder) - check out http://inlinefabrication.com/
I bought a raised stand, powder measure swing arm and press arm for my rock-chucker from them and their customer service is excellent....

Thanks man for the info what do you think about the original powder measure yay or nay or some digital set up. I don't know enough about this to understand what all that means LOL, if the power went out maybe i should have a old fashioned scale. What sayeth you

 

[.49652]

Go for the RCBS Chargemaster now so you will save money in the long run. I just ordered one from Amazon and it's coming next week.

 

[daniel17319]

Go for the RCBS Chargemaster now so you will save money in the long run. I just ordered one from Amazon and it's coming next week.

300 bucks out of my capability



who makes a stand alone unit

 

[gtanba]

You can get the RCBS 1500 scale on its own and add the automatic dispenser on later if you wish. Get a digital scale. So much easier, faster, and nicer than a beam scale. I still retain a beam scale for just in case (and because I wouldn't get much out of it) but it never comes out of the box.

 

[Strawstalker]

Rcbs

I second RCBS Customer Service. I wanted a second single stage press to my older Rock Chucker and purchased a used Rock Chucker IV at a gun show. While setting it up a noticed a crack in one of the linkage arms. I called RCBS and ordered the linkage arm and a newer version of the spent primer tray. I told them that I had purchased the press second hand and wanted to know the charges. NO CHARGE! I have always used RCBS products for all of my handloading. This just sealed the deal on RCBS - GREAT Company & service.

 

[Mad Trapper]

Ohas/RCBS 304 triplebeam balance, if you can find one. BGRIN1

 

[SteedGun]

You can get the RCBS 1500 scale on its own and add the automatic dispenser on later if you wish. Get a digital scale. So much easier, faster, and nicer than a beam scale. I still retain a beam scale for just in case (and because I wouldn't get much out of it) but it never comes out of the box.

I used the RCBS beam scale from a rock chucker kit for over twenty years. Now, it sits in the drawer. I own both the RCBS 1500 and the Charge Master. I use one to check the other. Both are fantastic. If budget is an issue just get the 1500.

 

[smoothy8500]

You're on a budget, so I would recommend the beam scale. Lower cost, and can be found on Ebay or craigslist for a decent price. No worries of "zero drift" or some sort of static/magnetic interference. You will find out that unless you shoot benchrest, thrown loads will be within your "node"-unless you use IMR 4064 (Fortunately for me Garand loads are pretty steady with 4064 even if it's +/- 0.4 grain at the extreme end) most other powders do well enough just thrown from either RCBS or Hornady powder meters. I check every tenth round. I also have a baffle in the hopper to maintain consistent throws.

 

[.49652]

300 bucks out of my capability

Ok then. Keep in mind there is a 75 dollar rebate now.

 

[Stevie Ray]

$299.00 + free shipping and a $75 rebate, hard to beat that...

https://www.shopdunns.com/products/6856/rcbs_chargemaster_1500_scale_disp_combo/

 

[daniel17319]

$299.00 + free shipping and a $75 rebate, hard to beat that...

https://www.shopdunns.com/products/6856/rcbs_chargemaster_1500_scale_disp_combo/

How does that work, how does it dispense powder better then a traditional powder dispenser?

Sorry for my ignorance.

SO should i get the stand alone powder measure and a beam style scale. Riddle me this!! What sayeth you.


thanks

 

[daniel17319]

You're on a budget, so I would recommend the beam scale. Lower cost, and can be found on Ebay or craigslist for a decent price. No worries of "zero drift" or some sort of static/magnetic interference. You will find out that unless you shoot benchrest, thrown loads will be within your "node"-unless you use IMR 4064 (Fortunately for me Garand loads are pretty steady with 4064 even if it's +/- 0.4 grain at the extreme end) most other powders do well enough just thrown from either RCBS or Hornady powder meters. I check every tenth round. I also have a baffle in the hopper to maintain consistent throws.

Im seeing a good deal on a powder measure used. Should i get it, how do I set it up. I literally know almost nothing about reloading. Can i use that with a beam scale. Are you saying i don't need a scale in this kind of set up. I know everyone does this hobby a bit differently. Do you think i would be just fine with just a powder measure and a scale get consistent loads just check every so often?

thanks again

 

[joesig]

Get the RCBS powder throw and learn how to use it. I'm partial to the 510 or 1010 scales.
If you adjust the measure often, the micrometer add on is nice to have. They will last forever and you can leave them in your will to your grandkids. They also hold their value so if you decide at a later date to sell, it will be a near wash.

The only warning is don't leave powder in the measure.

Im seeing a good deal on a powder measure used. Should i get it, how do I set it up. I literally know almost nothing about reloading. Can i use that with a beam scale. Are you saying i don't need a scale in this kind of set up. I know everyone does this hobby a bit differently.

You always need a scale. It's the powder throw that is optional.

The powder throw is a fancy chamber that you can adjust the volume on. If the charge is light, back the adjustment screw out (increase the volume). if the charge is heavy, turn the screw in (decrease the volume) I am pretty sure just about any reloading manual (another area where there more the merrier) you get will have instructions for a powder measure. From RCBS:

http://www.rcbs.com/RCBS/media/RCBS... (EN)/Uniflow_Powder_Measure_Instructions.pdf

 

[Stevie Ray]

How does that work, how does it dispense powder better then a traditional powder dispenser?

Sorry for my ignorance.

SO should i get the stand alone powder measure and a beam style scale. Riddle me this!! What sayeth you.


thanks

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[daniel17319]

Chargemaster is nice.


If i get a powder charge and a beam scale do you think that would be fine? Just as good as the charge master.?

 

[Stevie Ray]

Daniel a beam scale or a powder measure will be perfectly fine, no doubt ... all of the measuring methods I provided in the videos above are precise means to measure powder charge weights, the ChargeMaster will be more of a convenience due to the speed with which it dispenses the powder and will not be any more precise than the other scales.

Using a powder measure you'll still need a means to check and double check charge weights so given that I'd go with a beam scale over a powder measure or best case scenario, both.

 

[nSquid]

So the power went out for whatever reason and you are reloading by the light of your Coleman white gas lantern - again for whatever reason. How's that electronic scale working out?

ALWAYS have at least as a backup all the hardware you need for the job that is "passive" meaning you don't need batteries or a power cell or anything. As long as you have light to see by and gravity to make the scale work you are in business.

 

[Jim W]

I used a Hornady powder measure for a long time. I set it to throw just under the desired weight. I throw it into the scale pan, then use a trickler to bring the charge to the exact weight I want.


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