Stumbled upon a video from F Class John regarding the Wilson Case Gauge Micrometer which, at least for me, I wasn't aware they made. It offers a simple and precise method to measure case headspace using the old Wilson case gauges.
Like many old reloaders, I used the Wilson Case Gauge with its .005" step to estimate case head space in conjunction with the rifle chamber checks to help set up my F/L die before I went to a bump gauge and caliper, the latter which I consider a superior method but requires mastering a consistent technique to obtain reliable measurements.
This Wilson micrometer tool seems to be less dependent on technique than a conventional bump gauge and caliper. Perhaps some of the more computer literate members can post John's video on here. He does a great job of explaining the benefits and use of the tool. It might be a better tool for new reloaders since it seems to require less technique to master.
If I wasn't nearing the end of my shooting and reloading avocation, I would give it a try because I like simple.
Like many old reloaders, I used the Wilson Case Gauge with its .005" step to estimate case head space in conjunction with the rifle chamber checks to help set up my F/L die before I went to a bump gauge and caliper, the latter which I consider a superior method but requires mastering a consistent technique to obtain reliable measurements.
This Wilson micrometer tool seems to be less dependent on technique than a conventional bump gauge and caliper. Perhaps some of the more computer literate members can post John's video on here. He does a great job of explaining the benefits and use of the tool. It might be a better tool for new reloaders since it seems to require less technique to master.
If I wasn't nearing the end of my shooting and reloading avocation, I would give it a try because I like simple.
