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Perfect Powder Measure

Lee Perfect Powder Measure

Almost as good as a scale. We didn't invent the drum type measure we perfected it!

This measure is unique, because it solves all of the problems common to ordinary drum type measures. It is a pleasure to use, not only because it is the smoothest operating measure ever made, but you have the confidence that your charges will be the most uniform possible.

Perfect powder measure

All Of These Problems Are Solved With The Lee Perfect Powder Measure

Blue starEliminates Cut Powder and Jerky Action
A soft elastomer wiper strikes off the metering chamber rather than cut the powder. You'll be surprised at how smoothly the rotor operates. More importantly, you will enjoy the most uniform of charges.

Blue starStops Drum Binding
A nylon cone shaped drum adjusted to zero clearance. The more its used, the more perfect the fit becomes. The nylon is self lubricating so it will never bind or wear out.

Blue starMeaningful Calibration
A micrometer adjuster that reads directly in cubic centimeters. Just multiply the charge in grains by the cc for one grain and you have the setting. So very much better than a meaningless setting as most supply.

Blue starSafer
"O" ring positively locks the adjustment and removes all end play.

Blue starVersatile
The metering chamber is the proper size for large rifle charges and the strike off opening small enough to work well with pistol size charges. The Lee Precision Perfect Powder Measure works fine for charges from two grains to over 100 grains.

Blue starChanging Powder is Fast and Easy
Rotate the hopper 1/4 turn to shut off the powder flow and the hopper can be lifted off. You can empty the hopper from either end. The valve is also a powder baffle which contributes to the unusual accuracy of this measure.

Blue starStops Powder Bridging
Tapered drop tube quickly passes the powder without bridging.

Blue starAutomation
Optional Universal Charging Die makes the case operate the measure. Includes adapters to fit almost all cartridges.

Blue starBargain!


 

Lee Precision Classic Powder Measure

 

 This powder measure features a machined cast iron body—no other material has the heft, stability and rugged appearance that cast iron offers. The precision-machined rotor drum is cast from brass, which is naturally anti static and spark proof.

A soft elastomer wiper strikes off the metering chamber rather than cutting the powder. You’ll be surprised at how smoothly the rotor operates. More importantly, you will enjoy the most uniform of charges.

Powder charge adjustment is accomplished with a true micrometer adjustable metering chamber. The metering chamber is aluminum with a black anodized finish and features a crisp, permanent, laser engraved scale. The brass micrometer thimble is engraved with .01 cc graduations and has a releasable detent lock. With most rifle powders each click is about a 1/10 of a grain, perfect for working up a load.

The Classic Powder Measure features an easily removable hopper with an on/off valve so you can quickly return unused powder to its original container or switch to another type. The hopper feeds to a pre-measuring chamber allowing precise charges regardless of the powder level in the hopper, eliminates the need for an extra powder baffle.

Standard 7/8–14 threaded drop tube mounting shank fits all popular reloading presses. No extra stand or bracket required.

One of the nicest features is the ability to use the new Lee standard quick-change drums. These low cost drums can be preset to your favorite charge and swapped out in seconds.

Reloading Stand sold serperetly 90587

Universal charging dieUniversal Charging Die,Rifle Charging Die,Charging Die Kit

Automatically charges most cases. The die includes the connecting rod and adapters to actuate the measure with the case. The measure is positively reset for the next charge when the press ram is fully lowered. Also included are drop tubes for most rifle and pistol cartridges from the 380 ACP to the 300 Winchester Magnum. This die does not expand the case neck.

Rifle Long Charging Die

Lee Long Charging Die is for use with the Auto-Disk, Pro Auto-Disk and Auto-Drum Powder Measure. ? Works with cases 1.760 to 2.620 inches long.

Works the same as the pistol powder through expanding die, except it doesn't expand the case mouth. Rifle case expansion is done in the sizing die. 

For cases .860 to 1.760 inches long, use the short charging die.

 

Charging Die Kit

Lee Short and Long Charging Dies are included in this kit for use with the Auto-Disk, Pro Auto-Disk and Auto-Drum Powder Measure. ? Works with cases .860 to 2.620 inches long, and bullet diameter .223 and larger.

Works the same as the pistol powder through expanding die, except it doesn't expand the case mouth. Rifle case expansion is done in the sizing die.

 

 


 

Lee Precision safety scaleLee Precision Safety Scale

Red starMagnetically Damped and Approach To Weight

Safety and accuracy are the most important features. Calibrated with weights certified traceable to the United States Bureau of Standards.

This is the only scale that can never get out of adjustment. The beam is made from a very tough phenolic, the same type material used on table and counter tops. Phenolic is tough but, like glass, it cant be bent. Even if dropped you can feel confident that if it did not break it is still accurate. Sensitive and readable to 1/20 grain.

 

Read this if you already have a combination bullet and powder scale
Try this simple test to see how sensitive your scale really is. Cut a piece of regular writing paper 5/16 inch square. With scale set on zero drop the paper on the pan to see if it moves. It should read about .1 grain. Keep adding paper squares until it does move. The total number of squares needed to move your scale is your scales sensitivity. We have seen digital powder scales that are only sensitive to 1/2 grain (FIVE paper squares) A Lee Precision Safety Scale will move with the first paper.

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