When I load brass, I typically weigh and measure at least the first 5 to make sure I’m getting what I want. After that I weigh powder charges and measure overall length every 5 plus a random 1 in 10 or so.
I have Dad’s old RCBS double beam powder balance, which he RARELY used, opting instead for mid-scale loads and a set of Lee powder scoops. I also don’t think he measured, just went by the top of the cannelure. I have a digital scale and caliper.
He also rarely used his powder measure, but I use it ALL the time.
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My question is; for range fodder loads (5.56/.223 for example or 9mm) how frequently do I really need to weigh and measure? I’m talking about loads for just fun shooting, or Zombie competition where the furthest target is less than 25 yards, and most targets are 25-50 feet. I almost never need to adjust or tweak the powder measure or bullet seating, even if I load partial boxes on different days. I get going, weigh and measure the first five, rarely adjust anything to pick up where I left off yesterday. If I do 100 loads in one sitting, how many of them need to be weighed and measured?
I have Dad’s old RCBS double beam powder balance, which he RARELY used, opting instead for mid-scale loads and a set of Lee powder scoops. I also don’t think he measured, just went by the top of the cannelure. I have a digital scale and caliper.
He also rarely used his powder measure, but I use it ALL the time.
My question is; for range fodder loads (5.56/.223 for example or 9mm) how frequently do I really need to weigh and measure? I’m talking about loads for just fun shooting, or Zombie competition where the furthest target is less than 25 yards, and most targets are 25-50 feet. I almost never need to adjust or tweak the powder measure or bullet seating, even if I load partial boxes on different days. I get going, weigh and measure the first five, rarely adjust anything to pick up where I left off yesterday. If I do 100 loads in one sitting, how many of them need to be weighed and measured?
