Guys, i'm looking to purchase a new digital scale. I have read several reviews on Midway and it seems like they are all hit or miss. What brands have you guys had luck with. Any brands to stay away from? Let me know your thoughts. I liked the RCBS 750 until I read some reviews. I don't want to spend over a $100 on a scale only have it last a year.
Digital Scale Opinions
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RiverRider
Handloader
- Dec 9, 2008
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I've been using a PACT Digital Precision Powder Scale for almost two decades and am very satisfied with it.
DrMike
Ballistician
- Nov 8, 2006
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I have used (and currently own) three digital scales--Lyman LE1000, RCBS ChargeMaster and Sartorius. All have functioned flawlessly for me. I now use the Sartorius (http://www.sinclairintl.com/.aspx/pid=38348/Product/Sartorius-Scale) on a daily basis; it has provided good service.
ScreaminEagle
Handloader
- Jan 20, 2011
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I use a Hornady scale. Works really good. I double check it every once and awhile with another scale, and it's right on.
joelkdouglas
Handloader
- Jun 5, 2011
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RCBS scale and dispenser here, and I would only change for a lab scale like the Sartorius. The RCBS is very user friendly.
joelkdouglas
Handloader
- Jun 5, 2011
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Forgot to mention, I've only had it about a year.
300WSM
Handloader
- Dec 24, 2011
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I use a RCBS micro pro. It works good.
I calibrate it every time its to be used.
I had a Lyman 1000 or 1500...(dont remember which) it was a good scale too.
Don't complicate the scale thing too much. Just get one if it seems decent and make sure to calibrate it often.
tip to the wise....Make sure you dont have other high power items on the same circuit, power bar, outlet, etc. They certainly can affect readings.
I calibrate it every time its to be used.
I had a Lyman 1000 or 1500...(dont remember which) it was a good scale too.
Don't complicate the scale thing too much. Just get one if it seems decent and make sure to calibrate it often.
tip to the wise....Make sure you dont have other high power items on the same circuit, power bar, outlet, etc. They certainly can affect readings.
DrMike":366g57vp said:
I pretty much use the same one except when I bought mine it was called the Acculab VIC123.
Acculab is owned by Sartorius and Sartorius Mechatronics decided to eliminate the Acculab brand. Acculab Vicon Series are now replaced by the Sartorius M-Prove Series.
They are some really nice scales and I'm glad I dropped the change for one
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I have one of these. Been using it for about 6 months and it works pretty nice.
http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?co ... c=exrbSrch
I am not sure about the long term, but I have cranked out alot of ammo with it.
http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?co ... c=exrbSrch
I am not sure about the long term, but I have cranked out alot of ammo with it.
Oldtrader3
Ammo Smith
- Nov 6, 2009
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I use a Hornady 35 grain digital scale which I got for half price. Just don't let a weighed load sit on it too long or it may give you a sprurious reading. Other than that, it is accurate and repeatable. I use it to weigh bullets and cases.
