Has anyone used this for weighing powder for reloading ammunition? Would you recommend it?
1048881
I didn't buy it for that. You would be better off with one that converts to "grains" for that purpose
1048882
It's an incredibly accurate scale so you won't have to worry about inconsistent loading, but the scale's weighing dish will only hold about 3 grams of powder. I'm not familiar with how much powder you need to reload the casings/shells you're loading but if you need more than a few grams you may want to get a scale with a larger weighing surface. You probably only need accuracy to 0.01grams for your purposes rather than 0.001g like this scale, but if consistency is your biggest concern then this scale is perfect for you.
1815438
No reloading steel case is a bad idea. The steel tends to rust and is very brittle compared to brass. I prefer to use this press for pistol brass. I have used it on rifle brass, however a lot if effort is required
1165620
Calipers are a must. I would start with pistol loads first if possible. Read "The ABc's of Reloading" I found it at the library. It helped a lot.
1636400
Yes,will have to buy a double disc powder measure. This kit comes with a single disc for pistol ammo reloading
1274657
With mine a small manual and a loadchart came. The loadchart shows what powder to use for what weight of the shot. The type (size) of shot you are to choose according to the purpose of the shotshell you make. It is easily found - hunting forums, shot producers etc. Operating the machine is easy and nice, after abt 20-30 loaded shells you get a very good idea of how to do best. Happy reloading and BE SAFE!
232090
This is exactly what I bought this for and it works great for your powder drop. It does stain a little so if you can take apart the clear acrylic drum from the base I would. I used it once and it lasts a long time. If you change measure dies I would probably reapply.
1122642
Yes it is very accurate and easy to load. The scope could be better but a replacement is not expensive. My son loves it and he's 9. He can cock it easily. It has plenty of power. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
368532
As long as you don't go over 1KG. It measures in Grams, Diamond Weight, Troy Ounces, Ounces, and karats I believe. I would rather have had the grain option but oh well. If you are looking for the scale with the grain option there is the same exact scale http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-Electronic-Scale-1500-Grains/dp/B001KZ7JLW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1399932622&sr=8-2&keywords=powder+scales but this one has the grain option. I use mine on a daily basis and have compared its accuracy to at least 5 other scales both mechanical and electric and it is always dead on. I have both scales and they are my favorite so far. American Weigh Scales has been around a long time and there is evident quality in the piece. So if you are measuring kitchen items such as rice; You put the container on the scale and press tear (this will zero the display and lock its calibration), you can then add your ingredients. Sorry for the lengthy response, but I figured I would give you and others as much info as possible.
351715
Yes, and that is all it. When you use the factory crimp die the 1000th reload will have the same pressure and muzzle velocity as the 1st whitch creates the accuracy that you are looking for, just make sure your cases are trimed to the exact length and you weight every grain of powder, and measure every loaded round to exact specifications, I do this and I can put 10 223's at 200 yards in the size of a dime. You do not need a hard crimp , just a consistant crimp.
1270304
I've never used for long rifle reloading.But from what I've read it works for rifles, I've just not tried it.I use it for .40 cal.I love this press its absolutely wonderful
1730349
Get a good electronic scale and micrometer and case prep tools for your caliber. Also you will need a shell plate and dies for your caliber. Also at least one reloading book or load data from the powder mfg. I would look at load data before selecting powder.
373901
not with any kind of accuracy. it's not weighted for that as-is. You might be able to modify it for that purpose but i wouldn't recommend it.
1755893
For decapping - yes -- for actual loading I would not risk it, its light weight and lots of pot metal. Great for decapping, maybe pistol rounds but not for rifle rounds. Loot at something like this Lee Precision Classic Cast Press - Lee Precision Classic Cast Press (Red)
2131670
The kit comes with a slide scale that converts each dippers respective cc measurement to grains for each type gun powder that you might use. I bought kit just as a way to double check my loads. I think it was worth it, although I've found I only use 2 or 3 of the dippers. This is probably because I only load 2 types of bullets. I guess its nice to have a good selection in case I start loading other types ammo.
1313539
Get the calibration weights. They are an absolute MUST with inexpensive scales. This one is pretty accurate. I reweighed the same mass 5 times and got the same reading each time.
210122
It's a good thing I reload and use a powder scale that will perform this function for you. It weighed in at 46.475g
1875340
Yes look for a heavier grain weight,due to such high power of this air rifle light pellets are not only inaccurate but act as a dry fire to the pellet gun.