Looking for an electronic scale

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Just got my LNL AP up and running and still using my old beam scale to check loads. Would like a nice electronic digital scale to double check loads and bullet weights, brass, etc. From all I have read, the 110 variety is better. Looking for best value for the buck.

Suggestions? Pros and Cons with those you have tried or know about?

Thanks ahead of time
 
Got my father a Pact dispenser and scale, I put this against my RCBS 505 beam scale and it is dead on accurate as is my beam scale. It works great for rifle powder but it is extremely slow with pistol powder which require low charges compared to rifle.

I have it next to flourescents and it still does not fluctuate. I don't let it warm up by the time I start using it and still works for me. You have to calibrate it each time you turn it off or if you choose to use a new powder while it is on. I can't think of any negatives with this electric scale yet. I only had for about 2 weeks or so now and it has run flawlessly.
 
Two that are very user friendly and allow resolution to 0.02 grains (yes, that's 2/100ths, NOT 1/10th!!) are the Jennings Mack 20 from Old Will Knott Scales, or the Gemini 20 from Amazon.

If you opt for the Mack 20, get the AC adapter. No AC option on the Gemini. I've used and like both, and the only reason I use the Gemini now is the smaller footprint on my bench. They both have an auto off feature, so hitting the tare button every 5th round on the LNL will keep them on. Both come with check weights that do the job, and they are always dead on in agreement with my beam scale when checked monthly.
 
I've had a Dillon for about 12 years and can only say good things about it.
 
When my expensive RCBS electronic scale died, and I found out that the so-called "lifetime warranty" wasn't worth the paper it was printed on, I went with the el- cheapo Frankford Aresenal Micro @ aboiut $19. Works better than the RCBS ever did.
 
I bought a cheap one and found it to be very inconsistant and went back to
the beam,If I was going to use one Id buy high end after a lot of reserch.
 
The Pact scale gets good reviews. Also, the Brian Enos scale looks pretty sharp too.


I currently use a cheap Frankford Arsenal battery operated scale, and it works ok with fresh batteries, but its not very confidence inspiring.
 
I have had my ISD for about a year & it works great. Very happy with it. I gave up on finding a good beam just before. I had 2 different models of RCBS & didn't like ether of them.
 
Picked up an inexpensive digi at Harbor Freight yesterday, just for kicks, about $10.00 bucks. Haven't had a chance to use it yet but did check it with some check weights last evening, it was dead on.

So we'll see.
 
Two that are very user friendly and allow resolution to 0.02 grains (yes, that's 2/100ths, NOT 1/10th!!) are the Jennings Mack 20 from Old Will Knott Scales, or the Gemini 20 from Amazon.

If you opt for the Mack 20, get the AC adapter. No AC option on the Gemini. I've used and like both, and the only reason I use the Gemini now is the smaller footprint on my bench. They both have an auto off feature, so hitting the tare button every 5th round on the LNL will keep them on. Both come with check weights that do the job, and they are always dead on in agreement with my beam scale when checked monthly
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John

I read some of the reviews on these two scales. It appears the Gemini 20 is the most highly rated and people seemed to be very pleased with it. Until I do some additional research I will be leaning this way. Thanks
 
I bought the Gemini 20 from Amazon in February of last year. It was a p.o.s. Sent it back and went with the Frankford Arsenal, which has been consistent, has a switchable backlight and works well.
 
Two that are very user friendly and allow resolution to 0.02 grains (yes, that's 2/100ths, NOT 1/10th!!) are the Jennings Mack 20 from Old Will Knott Scales, or the Gemini 20 from Amazon.
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Another vote for the Gemini 20. I wouldnt use anything else. The only negative thing about it is the small size. The pan is maybe 1.5" across. I use the pan from my Lee beam scale on top of it and it works great. The hanging arm from the beam scale pan is a perfect handle. As a previous poster mentioned, the scale gives you legit .02 grain accuracy. I check it with one of the 2 included calibration weights that come with it every time I use it and it is never off by more than .001 grams.

No one needs .02 grain accuracy but the great thing about it is you can see how the charge is varying from pull to pull. Being able to see that extra hundredths decimal place even though you only hold to tenths is a big help.

On Amazon it runs between $27.50 Prime and $25 + $5 shipping depending on which supplier has it in stock http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012TDNAM/ref=wms_ohs_product
 
I use a Hornady 050108 LNL scale and am quite satisfied with it. $70 - $90 depending on who you buy from.
 
Huskerguy said:
John

I read some of the reviews on these two scales. It appears the Gemini 20 is the most highly rated and people seemed to be very pleased with it. Until I do some additional research I will be leaning this way. Thanks
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I don't think you'll be dissappointed one bit, especially at the lower price available on Amazon.

Sorry to hear that hentown's experience with this scale was bad, but in all honesty, there will be the occaisional problem with 'sensitive' electronic equipment. Mine was purchased a couple months ago, maybe there's been a change since last year?

I also wholeheartily agree with the additional information provided by tglazie, especially if you trickle powder. These scales are a trickler's dream, and with some larger powders, every flake will show up on the scale.

tglazie is also correct in that you'll need some sort of pan to place on top of the small pan provided with the scale. I could have used the pan from my Lee scale as tglazie did, but I also purchased the Lyman combination plastic pan/funnel for a few bucks. Works like a charm in getting the measured charge back into the case, even with the smaller 9mm cases.
 
Unfortunately, I can't remember why I didn't like the Gemini scale. If others are using it and liking it, then that's great. Does anyone know if the basic design was changed subsequent to February/2011?
 
Hornady GS1500 is dead nuts with my beam and check weights. Auto turn off is a little quick for my liking , but very pleased with the accuracy of this $35 scale.
 
I use the My Weigh scales Gempro 250 and it's been very reliable and spot on. It comes with a 20 year warranty from oldwillscales.com


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I believe digital scales are going the way of the calculator.

My first calculator made by Texas Instruments cost me $200.00, now one can buy them for 2/3 bucks.
 
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