Redding micrometer manipulation

[RedHawk357Mag]

I was wondering what are some of the different methods folks have been using for Redding micrometer use. I use brute force for unknown weights of powder or New powders. Meaning, I use a wild guess to figure a start point to find a given weight of powder. I then use a notebook to record found settings to use at latter dates. My notes look like YELLOW DOT, 35/4.7 equals 6.2 grns. where as "35" is the bold adjustment that is measured increments of 5. "/4.7" is the increments ten tick marks followed by a number. I think there are 50 possible combinations on the minor side. Major has 5 through 100. Redding suggestions graph paper. Instructions are provided if my pdf posts. Are there better ways?Redding-3BR-Powder-Measure-Manual.pdf

Sent from my XT1650 using Tapatalk

[bosterr]

I would say I adjust my BR-3 the same as you do. When starting with a new cartridge or a new powder I give it a mighty twist. and start adjusting from there. I record my settings on the ammo box instead of in a notebook. For instance, for a caliber I recently started to shoot with Accurate 1680 I wrote 14.0 gr. = 68.9 for the pistol measuring chamber and 14.0 gr. = 7.65 on the rifle measuring chamber. In this particular case, I'm staying with the pistol measuring chamber since it's just a hair more consistent.

[RedHawk357Mag]

Thanks for weighing in . You track your found loads a little differently than I do. My major adjustments will always be divisible by five. My minor adjustments will be 1-4 with a point 0-9. I am sure yours works pretty much the same way. I am surprised this isn't discussed more as it's fairly repeatable in setting. Thanks again.

Sent from my XT1650 using Tapatalk