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Powder measure died

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My trusty lee powder measure kicked the bucket this morning, leaks like a salt shaker and binds up,getting up to .5 grain variance..took it apart and cleaned it and no help, It`s been a good measure that`s thrown thousands of charges..Will get another LEE or perhaps splurge for an RCBS Uni-flow

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My trusty lee powder measure kicked the bucket this morning, leaks like a salt shaker and binds up,getting up to .5 grain variance..took it apart and cleaned it and no help, It`s been a good measure that`s thrown thousands of charges..Will get another LEE or perhaps splurge for an RCBS Uni-flow
They just dont make stuff like they use to ...... LOL
Never heard of the Lee Powder Measure failing. Guess it happens if you use it long enough.
If you can afford a RCBS, it might be a better investment even though it is 3X the price. Sounds like you will use it a lot. May pay for itself in the long run.
I bought my Lee because of the price and the adjustable cylindrical incrementing for the 38 special. Same as the RCBS. I don't see myself loading thousands of 38 spl. rounds.
My #55 Idea has sliding bars on a horizontal cylinder. Good for rifle rounds but not so accurate for much smaller pistol loads.
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I weigh every powder charge, no matter what.
Guaranteed to be consistent, and accurate.
Then again, if it's leaking, it's time for a new one

Initially I had an RCBS reloading kit, but over the years I have changed a few things, and got better results

Cheers Bucky
I weigh every powder charge, no matter what.
Guaranteed to be consistent, and accurate.
Then again, if it's leaking, it's time for a new one

Initially I had an RCBS reloading kit, but over the years I have changed a few things, and got better results

Cheers Bucky
I weigh all rifle charges...high volume pistol loading I use the measure, I load under max charge to keep it safe
oldbrass

And I suppose the Powder's physical attributes have a fair bit to play, when loading volumes of bullets.
Ball, and/or really fine powder, being your preference ?
Unique for pistol
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