Spike wrote:Another vote for the Lee Classic 4-hole Turret Press. I have Turrets setup for .45 ACP, 9mm, .357, .38 spc, .223, and a few more. I use the auto-disk powder measure on all of them. Once dialed in (don't trust the charts) they work very well. If you're not in a hurry and enjoy the reloading process you'll like it.
Spike, were you're findings similar to mine? I tend to find that if I need a 4.4 gr drop of Bullseye and the chart calls for a .41 disk, I have to go up to the next size hole (hole size mentioned not exact just an example)? I cannot see my chart from the Lee Manual at this time for EXACT whole size, actual grain drop, but this gives the idea. Let's say
4.4 gr Bullseye wanted. Manual says use .41 Disk. I have to go to .45 (or whatever is next size up) to get the 4.4 gr charge?
I've found similar results using Power Pistol, 2400, H-110 and so on. I have even tried this on different sets of disks with similar results. Once "dialed in" though, the Pro-Auto Disk Powder Measure has been totally consistent. The only fickle power I've found so far, is the 700X and 800X which I believe are a FLAT FLAKE type powder (if my memory is correct).
I have separate Pro Auto's setup for 9mm, 40 S&W, .38Special, and .45 ACP , and 30 Carbine. I still verify charge before beginning and spot check individual rounds during loading and ALWAYS right on the money. I must say that I made Baffles for each hopper, and believe they contribute to the consistency. I also sprayed and coated each baffle with Graphite, with the intentions of preventing static charges.
Anyone else have similar findings or if not, how what are you discovering?