Powder scale

[harley3320]

Would electric scale be better then beam scale or? Which is better scale to use and brand choice?

 

[jdhaines]

I was told when I started everyone needs a good beam scale to check your electronics...although some electronics come with check weights. I noticed Dillon's eliminator(?) and the RCBS 5-0-2 scales are identical and the RCBS 5-0-5 scale is just slightly updated. I have a 5-0-2. The beam scales are cheaper than a good electronic scale...ease of use is likely a toss up depending on who you ask.

 

[Boiled Owl]

Hey Harley:

Don't be scared by a manual beam scale. Have used my RCBS 5-0-5 since 1982?

Used mainly to check and set the charge from the powder measures.

Maybe if I was going for super accuracy and wanted some sort of scale/ trickler it would be different.

Have had friends with troublesome electronic ones. Sorry don't remember the brand.

I like the simplicity, If I don't get back to reloading for a few months, no batteries to worry about being dead or leaking. It suits my needs well.

 

[dbd870]

I loaded with a beam scale for years, use an electronic now, but I use a wall unit on mine so no batteries to worry about. I trickle all my high power rifle rounds so it is nice for that. The only thing I have noticed is I need to turn it on and let it warm up as the zero creeps just a touch at first.

 

[42769vette]

usually for precision beam is best, for speed the electronic scale is best.

there are a few exceptions like the acculab

 

[indygunguy]

I have an RCBS 505 and an inexpensive MTM digital scale. Always good to have two scales to check them against each other. I normally just use the 505, but it's very handy to have the electronic scale around too.

 

[Cowboy1629]

I started with beam but quickly went to electronic. I have been using a Dillon for over 15 years now with no issues.

 

[DustyDawg48]

I'm a big fan of beam scales and dial calipers; no batteries required!

 

[Foxfire]

I've had both, This is one area where you get what you pay for. If your going to go cheaper go with a beam. If you want an electronic scale pay the money, get the best.

 

[M2A2]

get the Dillon and dont look back. battery if you like...I plug mine into the wall! nice.. Check it often buy checking it with test weight..! #1

 

[Yamaha]

I'm a big fan of beam scales and dial calipers; no batteries required!

I was taught that way and I doubt I'll ever go electric.....then again, I was also taught to weigh individual components and reweigh at the end....which is time consuming, but I have the extra time....lol

I'm alreading thinking of junking my lee powder scale that came in my new kit, and go to the scoop and trickler method....

I think this is all about choice.