Ordered a powder cop die.

I prefer the powder check/lock out dies that either stop the press (RCBS)or have have alarms (Dillon) vs one you have to keep your eye on (Hornady). A mirror stuck in the right place will work if you are always looking for the charge.

jmorris said:

I prefer the powder check/lock out dies that either stop the press (RCBS)or have have alarms (Dillon) vs one you have to keep your eye on (Hornady). A mirror stuck in the right place will work if you are always looking for the charge.

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well that solves that issue!

I've been happy with the Hornady Powder Cop die. I put a Lee o-ring lock ring on it that makes it easy to adjust when I change cartridges.

It does require that the powder cop die becomes part of your scan during loading to make sure the stem rises to an appropriate amount.

Over the years that I have been reloading, I have gotten enough confident in the charges that my powder measures throw that I'm primarily looking for great differences from the desired powder charge. The powder cop die works well for that, it is easy to adjust or I do not have to have a lock out die for each cartridge.

But, use the powder check die system that you are most comfortable using.

does the RCBS lockout die work on all progressive?

Mark_Mark said:

does the RCBS lockout die work on all progressive?

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Any that take standard dies.

For pistol I much prefer a lockout type die RCBS vs a powder cop die you have to watch.

https://ultimatereloader.com/2010/09/19/rcbs-lock-out-die-part-i-theory-of-operation/


Here is some info on what is available.
https://ultimatereloader.com/2010/09/02/reloading-safety-powder-check-systems-overview/

(links to the different ones on the left of the page)

I prefer the lock out die or the Dillon powder check. I also visually verify a powder charge even though I have the powder checks. I found it difficult to look at the powder cop’s rod, and then the powder in the case and try to keep track of everything else.
Good lighting also helps immensely. Good luck.

CoalCrackerAl said:

I have a 5000 lumin LED shop light over the bench. It helps a lot.

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5,000 Lumin! Jezzz! your going to cause Nuke fission

Does the RCBS have a visual function as well? like the rod goes up if there is powder?

I’m going to buy a lockout eventually or check.

I think he means 5000 kelvin, which is the daylight color. 5000 lumens is a spot light that will reach 2+ miles. It would blind you.

Mark_Mark said:

Does the RCBS have a visual function as well? like the rod goes up if there is powder?

I’m going to buy a lockout eventually or check.

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Yes, the rod rises also.

JEBruns said:

Yes, the rod rises also.

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well that settles that! $50! uggghhh

CoalCrackerAl said:

40.00 from bass pro. 50.00 order and they ship free.
https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/hornady-powder-cop?searchTerm=powder cop

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i’m get the rcbs because it has both lockout and visual

i’m get the rcbs because it has both lockout and visual

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Just FYI the RCBS lockout die is designed for straight wall pistol cals, not bottleneck rifle.
Powder cop works with both.
(but of course you have to watch the powder cop)

Dudedog said:

Just FYI the RCBS lockout die is designed for straight wall pistol cals, not bottleneck rifle.
Powder cop works with both.

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Well back to the drawing board. I wanted to do .223 and 9mm

Mark_Mark said:

Well back to the drawing board. I wanted to do .223 and 9mm

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Check out the Dillon powder check, it does rile and pistol.
https://www.dillonprecision.com/powder-check_8_120_23805.html

lordpaxman said:

Check out the Dillon powder check, it does rile and pistol.
https://www.dillonprecision.com/powder-check_8_120_23805.html

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and cost $100 bucks

I have both Hornady one and the RCBS lockout. I find I use the Hornady more.