Well i finally got my reloading bench goig, and this is the first time i've used a powder thrower. I spent 4 hours with the thing and i couldn't throw within 3/4 grain. I tried to make sure i used the same stroke all the time, i tried the double bump, but i couldn't get it to stay close. Any ideas as to how to fix my problem? It's an RCBS uniflowpowder measure, and i'm using imr 4350.
help with powder throwing
- Thread starter bruno
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Switch to a ball powder, and practice. You can get it to a tenth with work, maybe less if you're not fumble fingered like me. - dan
IMR 4350 is pretty coarse. I usually set my thrower to be just under the charge weight that I want, then use a powder trickler to get the exact weight.
Like Dan said, you will get more exact charges with ball powder or the SC (short cut) powders available now.
Like Dan said, you will get more exact charges with ball powder or the SC (short cut) powders available now.
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I found That a Lee Powder measure throws much more consistent charges with the coarse powders like IMR 4350 and old H4831 than the RCBS unit does. I have graduated to the RCBS Charge Master Combo....that solves the problem, regardless of powder type. Regards, Eagleye
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Pull the handle down, then tap the side of the powder dispensor (say 5 times) to loosen any stuck grains. Get into a rhythm and be consistent. You will see a more consistent charge.
I also set it up to be 1/2 grain or so less, then "trickle" the rest in.
I also set it up to be 1/2 grain or so less, then "trickle" the rest in.
