Lyman Gen6 Powder Dispensing System

[Rol_P]

Is anyone using the Lyman Gen6 powder Dispensing System? If yes how well does it perform? The Gen6 is listed in Brownell's for $239.99. Alternatively what system are you using and how does it perform?

Due to my oversight I left my old manual dispenser in Western NY state when I relocated for a while. Much to my dismay, now am faced with the need for an upgrade.. if I am to reload while I am relocated. How's that for an excuse? As always, thoughts and suggestions are appreciated. Thank you, Rol

 

[SJB358]

I run the ISD Smart Reloader. Good unit for me and probably the best price I've found on similar units. Check out Natchez. I believe they still have the best price if you like them.

No info on the Lyman, sorry.

 

[sask boy]

I am running the RCBS chargemaster and I have not complaints with it .
My cousin does one heck of a lot of reloading and he really likes his Lyman. I am not sure what model but it would be around 5 years old.
I believe that all the systems are pretty good now.

Blessings,
Dan

 

[DrMike]

I'm running the RCBS Chargemaster. It works flawlessly.

 

[Jimbeaux82]

I am currently running the Gen 5 and like it quite a bit. But let me tell you my story first before you decide. I ran one of the Gen 2 units for several years and was relatively satisfied. However, one day while reloading some 7 Wea mag, the unit had a hard time remaining calibrated and I had to recalibrate after almost every load. After loading about 20 cases, I looked into the cases to visually check the level and it was very obvious that something was wrong. The powder levels in the cases were all over the place. So I took my mechnical balance scale out and weighed the charges in question. My desired charge was 67 grains and I had some charges at over 73 grains. Very fortunately I was following good practice and visually checked the loads. Had I not done so, this could have been very bad indeed. So I sent the scale back to Lyman and they said it was unrepairable but offered me a new Gen 5 unit at a very reduced price, which I accepted.

So far the Gen 5 unit has performed very well and I have no complaints. The warm up time is much shorter than the Gen 2 unit and the cleanup is much easier. But you can beleive that I have my old RCBS balance scale right next to it and I regularly check my loads.

 

[Rol_P]

Thanks for the replies fellas.. The Smart Reloader was out of stock at Natchez. Brownell's has the best price and free shipping (code ED7). With the RCBS $50 rebate the charge master combo is $40 more than the Lyman Gen 6. I know RCBS customer service is good so I have the charge master on order.. Should be here in 3 - 5 working days.

 

[DrMike]

I believe you will be pleased with the ChargeMaster. RCBS did a good job designing this system in the first place. You are correct that their customer service is excellent.