Reloading scales?

[Rock Knocker]

My GemPro finally bit the dust after 15years. I was at Fleet Farm a couple weeks ago and unexpectedly they had a RCBS M1000 on the shelf, it was an impulse buy for $170 but with the name and RCBS balance beam reputation, I didnt think much of it.

As soon as I took it out of the box I saw how cheap it was built, pure chinesium, It had stickers peeling off, it was rough and flimsy for $170 pre tax. I returned that and got a RCBS digital $40 to get me by. GemPro250s are hard to find now and they werent built the best ether but the electronics were amazing.

I havent looked into scales since I got that GemPro years ago. Ive got this RCBS digital scale that is working well but for real fine measurements I would like something better.

 

[Capt Call]

If going electronic it is hard to beat the A & D FX120i. They are a little spendy but, well worth it.

 

[Rock Knocker]

If going electronic it is hard to beat the A & D FX120i. They are a little spendy but, well worth it.

Nice, that does look impressive.

 

[Kracken McGraw]

Nice, that does look impressive.

It’s definitely the one to get.https://ceproducts.shop/products/fx...P5ibRcfBy3qvrtKNKT7hogYa4QlBEKi9StMjsgVv6mD-t

 

[dthomas]

Get the fx120 if you can justify the cost. You won't regret it.

 

[Kracken McGraw]

Get the fx120 if you can justify the cost. You won't regret it.

Nothing else would come near the resale value on this scale either.

 

[Bat Rastard]

I have been very pleased with the Smart Weigh Gem 20 from Amazon.

 

[RabbitSlayer]

Creedmoor scale if you want better but the FX is too expensive.

 

[Coyotefurharvester]

Need to decide, do I need a scale with resolution/accuracy better than +,- 0.10 grains? I do not.
Do I need replaceable battery, rechargeable or plug in? I use 120v with line conditioner, leave on all the time.
Next best option for me would be replaceable battery (less interference).

 

[Ranger188]

@Rock Knocker
If you shoot and reload very much the FX120i IS the way to go.
It's probably the most use scale now.
You don't see hardly any for sale cause they last and are of great quality.
I'm as cheap as anyone but, if it broke tomorrow, I'd order another one that day.
They are that good, and you won't need to ever upgrade it.

 

[SSchnd]

Some one had a smokin deal on a A&D 120 in the for sale it may be gone, I can't find the thread now.

 

[Kracken McGraw]

Some one had a smokin deal on a A&D 120 in the for sale it may be gone, I can't find the thread now.

The one that had the Dandy trickler in on the deal is gone.

 

[SSchnd]

The one that had the Dandy trickler in on the deal is gone.

I thought it would roll quick

 

[rlporter507]

it is expensive, but well worth the cost. You will want to get a piece of granite from a counter top shop for free, got mine out of there dumpster. makes a good solid base for it. level that base, then the scale. some put dryer sheets under or around, or add a ground wire, lots of different things to help it not drift. If it does drift, theres something wrong with your set up, not necessarily the scale. also a benefit is you can add a auto trickler, ingenuity, or several other powder droppers to it. Yes, thats a luxury, but when you have one you'll wish you had it sooner.
Leave it on, or at least plugged in all the time, and a line conditioner is a good idea to protect it from surges.
trust us, its the one you will love.

 

[cameronalbrecht]

Has anyone rigged up a hand trickler with the A&D by drilling through the plexiglass sides? I think I will buy the scale soon but probably can't afford the auto trickler for awhile.

 

[Kracken McGraw]

Has anyone rigged up a hand trickler with the A&D by drilling through the plexiglass sides? I think I will buy the scale soon but probably can't afford the auto trickler for awhile.

I just leave the whole plexiglass top off.

 

[brokeasajoke]

Look at my screen name. I have a FX120i as well. Beats anything I got or have had. I had a gempro 250 and there isn't even any comparison.

 

[nmkid]

Has anyone rigged up a hand trickler with the A&D by drilling through the plexiglass sides? I think I will buy the scale soon but probably can't afford the auto trickler for awhile.

Start with small bits and progress up to the proper size. Heat the drill bits with a torch and it will work just fine.

 

[RabbitSlayer]

I used a hole saw on my creedmoor cover. Bet it would work on the FX too. Just go slow and light pressure.

 

[cavedweller60]

I was considering the A&D EJ-123. Anyone have any experience / advice on that model?