RCBS Charge Master 1500

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Got one of these back in March and have been using it all summer.It sure is alot faster than using the scale.I wanted one for along time but didnt want to dish out the coin.Just wondering how others are that use them are finding them.Any problems?
 
Related question. If you were starting reloading, would you just buy one of these from the get go and not have a beam scale, powder trickler etc. around? That's what I'm thinking of doing - can't find a kit that has what I want - so I'm not sure if I need to spend any money on a separate powder thrower, trickler etc.
 
hello canoetror ,now that I have one I wish I would have dished out the money along time ago.If you are serious about reloading them I would say yes to one.A quality scale is very important part of reloading in my mind.They are expensive though.I have reloaded for the better part of twenty years without one and would say its not that you cant get away with a balance scale I just find it very nice to work with after using a balance scale for so long.
 
Were I just starting out, I would begin with a chargemaster, however, I'd always want to have at least one other scale around just to "prove" that one.
 
I have a chargemaster 1500, but still use my pacific three poise, I would never part with either, I like having confirmation from both, along with the check weights. The 1500 has been an amazing tool so far, very well spent $$
 
Bought a CM 2 weeks ago. Always wanted one but the local dealers are asking way too much. Some CGNer sold me one for $350 brand new in box. Immediately sold my powder mesure, scale and trickler. It's much faster and convenient. I have one small problem thought. With some H110, the powder sticks to the tray. Tried to rub a Bounce sheet to remove the static but the powder keep on sticking. Besides that, I am 100% satisfied.
 
I wonder - is there a value to learning to do everything manually? I used the Lee Precision beam, and dropped one pellet at a time, occasionally fishing one or two out, in the hopes of getting that exact measurement, but at the end of the night, I'd wind up with a sore back, crossed eyes, and 50 9mm...

I think one can learn just as much about precision by punching in the load, and hitting the "go" button (or whatever), over and over :)

If you can afford the good gear, buy it. If you're early into the hobby, staick with what you can afford (I started with the Lee Breechlock Challenger kit, then replaced or upgraded equipment over time.
 
Started reloading in the spring. Bought a rockchucker combo. I just bought a Chargemaster from Brunells for about $350 shipped and now have a scale, powder measure and trickler I could probably sell. It's hard to dish out the cash when you are first starting. I wish I had had the forsight to realize I would go whole hog.

Fletcher. The only problem I've had is finding the time to get rid of all this ammo I've reloaded. It overcharges about 1 in 20 which is no big deal. It's fast and keeps it's calibration well. The only thing I hate about it is the really load BEEP when the charge is done.

George
 
I have been using my Chargemaster Combo for a little over 3 years now.
What a great asset to the hobby!!

However, I will always keep a balance beam scale around.
I have an RCBS 304, and I use it to verify my CM.
I just throw one charge from the CM on the balance beam pan to be sure all is well.

I remedied the "one charge in 20 overweight" by building a small adapter to fit the delivery tube.
Now my overcharge rate is about 1/60.

Regards, Eagleye
 
Eagleye, did you use a small piece of straw? I have been wanting to do that to mine but so far what I have tried has been less than desirable. Although when it throws a heavy charge I just dump it back in and throw another.

EDIT: I didn't see stubblejumper's post when I was replying. How long was your piece of straw?
 
I'll have to try the straw trick. thanks.Sulisa I understand the crossed eyes.As far as selling the scales ,I dont think so.I agree its always good to have some backup.
 
I cut off a 7x57 case just below the shoulder.
The case just slips into the delivery tube with a very slight interference.
The "belled" section of the case faces outward.
Works great in my CM.
Eagleye.
 
Neat idea! I think I will try this with a 7mm 08 brass, if that doesn't cut, I guess I will have to enter a MacDonalds. I hate MacDonalds lol
 
I have my order in to Santa, told the jolly old fellow if it doesn`t show up at Cristmas i`ll just order one myself. Been using the old Ohaus for 40 years i guess i can wait a couple of months.
 
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