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Sage1
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Posted - 11/02/2009 :  04:24:50 AM  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Anyone have a common device to do this without weighing?

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mbsams
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Posted - 11/02/2009 :  10:03:21 AM  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Yes - adjustable brass - volume measuring devices are common - check Dixie - google them up
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Odawgp
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Posted - 11/03/2009 :  3:54:51 PM  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
quote:
Originally posted by Sage1

Anyone have a common device to do this without weighing?

Sage 1


28 ga shot shell cut down to hold a measured 80gr charge will do in a pinch



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redhead71
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Posted - 11/13/2009 :  10:16:38 PM  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
+1 on 28 ga i use a 410 hull cut down for powder charge measuring
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Chief Shaway
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Posted - 11/14/2009 :  10:42:38 PM  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
I've used the end of a horn before. Start with the amount of powder you want, pour it in and mark the spot. Then either cut or just pour to the mark. I usually just use an adjustable measurerer.
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