So About Powder Funnels any Best choices?

[RogerDat]

Decided I need a powder funnel and as is often the case the online reviews are conflicting. I know funnel is a small expense in the grand scheme of things but tools that work right do tend to make things more pleasant. And who wants to buy three different brands/models only to find none work well?

Simply want to be able to set funnel on cartridge in loading block and pour weighed measure of powder into cartridge not on bench. Know that a dryer sheet will deal with static, so somewhat discounted those reviews that complained about static. Still nothing stands out as being as the obvious best choice and I have no idea if those reviews were written by a paid troll or someone without a clue. Figure the people here will know what they are talking about.... or someone will correct them ;-)

Looked at some kits. MTM Universal, RCBS Quick Change, Frankford Arsenal kit. Saw a couple of one size fits all, down to the Lee for just a few bucks. And of course the expensive aluminum ones that are really nice but too much money for my stretched budget. Don't mind spending a bit to get something that works decent but would like that expense to be the most bang for my buck. Too many people mention that their cheap plastic funnel finally wore out after many years, makes me think a good inexpensive funnel is a possibility.

Loading for .303 British, .223, 7.62 x 39, 38/357, and 45 Colt. From what I read the bottle neck cartridges are where the problems will come up. Oh look the rifles are all bottle neck...

What do folks recommend as a decent funnel solution for small batches of reloading on a budget?

[head for the hills]

I like my Lyman plastic funnel. Flared on both ends, hasn't leaked powder in my useage.

[altheating]

The Saturn aluminum powder funnels are the best IMO, but they are pricey at $12 to $20 bucks each as they are caliber specific. I have one for 22 cal and it works better or I like it better than the RCBS, MTM or the Lyman I have. I also have one of the Lyman powder pan/funnel things, I absolutely hate that thing.
The MTM universal kit is probably the best for the money if you want the different drop tubes. There has been a RCBS funnel on my bench since 1982 and it works fine but I still find myself grabbing one of the others first.

[texassako]

I have never had an issue with the cheap red Lee one I started out with. I load from .25-.45 caliber cartridges.

[DaveInFloweryBranchGA]

Best bang for your buck:

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/613906/mtm-universal-powder-funnel-set-17-to-45-caliber#reviewHead

That said, I bought a high quality powder measure that was accurate when dialed in and came with funnels that attached when I was doing a lot of single stage.

[R8ed]

I had some problems with static on plastic. Since then I like aluminum. I actually found an old small kitchen set that I use.
I did not know about dryer sheets for static on plastic. Thanks for the tip I'll have to give it a try.

[btroj]

The Saturn aluminum powder funnels are the best IMO, but they are pricey at $12 to $20 bucks each as they are caliber specific. I have one for 22 cal and it works better or I like it better than the RCBS, MTM or the Lyman I have. I also have one of the Lyman powder pan/funnel things, I absolutely hate that thing.
The MTM universal kit is probably the best for the money if you want the different drop tubes. There has been a RCBS funnel on my bench since 1982 and it works fine but I still find myself grabbing one of the others first.

Steve is also a heck of a nice guy. I own a Saturn funnel for 22 and it is quite nice.

[GhostHawk]

I have 2 of the cheap red Lee funnels, but my favorite is an old green RCBS that I reamed out some years back.

It is reamed big enough that I need to use a red one for .223, but anything bigger works fine.

In the end all 3 work, some with slightly more annoyance factor than others. Depends on your wallet vs your frustration meter.

[RogerDat]

Seemed like at least a few folk thought the MTM set was decent so I ordered one from Titan along with a few other things. Ok enough "toys" I'm going to be rubbing my wife's feet with warmed lotion for at least a month before I'm forgiven.... unless the "but I saved on shipping honey" finally works.

[Sticky]

I have the FA set and it works great.. different drop tube attachments for all the various calibers, never an issue with the plastic and static, just tap it on the case to free any kernel or two of powder that doesn't drop clean, though it really does. Also has an extended drop tube attachment that can be used for those tougher case filling chores where you need a longer drop.

I load single stage, sometimes weigh every charge (for load testing) and at least about 1 in 10 as I drop straight from the measure, so every 10, I gotta pour one in from the pan. Works like a champ for me, won't be without it!

[CastingFool]

To eliminate static on plastic funnels, just wash them with dish soap and water. Don't rinse, just let it dry.

[georgerkahn]

A+++ with altheating's on the Saturn aluminum powder funnels! I have five or six plastic ones, and got tired of dealing with static electricity either having powder flakes cling or fly off them. Dryer sheets worked marginally to alleviate this. Then, on a whim, I bought a Saturn. WOWSERS! I'll never go back. Just my experience.
BEST!
georgerkahn

[troyboy]

Use graphite on a brush to coat the funnel. This eliminates static cling. I use an aluminium made by Pacific and a plastic by Rcbs. Both work as designed.

[bedbugbilly]

I use the red Lee funnels - wipe 'em with a dryer sheet to remove the static. I recently bought one of the Lyman plastic "pans" for the electronic scale that has a build in funnel on it. Once I got the static taken care of - it works great. I use it for batch loading both pistol and my 8mm when I'm loading smaller quantities.

[RogerDat]

My wife asked me just yesterday "does this reloading thing have an endpoint?" We were at Cabella's where I was checking for some 2400. Don't have the heart to tell her as long as there are better alternatives to be considered or being invented. Or I am still able to scrounge lead the answer is "no not really". I'll be keeping those aluminum funnels made for specific calibers in the back of my mind because they seem like they are really good. But I don't mind finding out if the less expensive MTM set works well enough for my needs since a few found them satisfactory.

I think the static issue may be influenced by an areas relative humidity, some parts of the country are a lot drier than here and that may add to the static problem, on the other hand that same dry climate might make air soft bb's work better for powder coating. Eh? you takes the good with the bad I guess.

[ohland]

The Saturn aluminum powder funnels are the best IMO, but they are pricey at $12 to $20 bucks each as they are caliber specific.

There are a few (ten?) Satern funnels on my bench. They are the cat's buttocks if they fit. Most funnels work awesome on the next caliber up, where you don't have to hold them while pouring powder. 270 on a 7mm, for instance.

Instead of being outraged that a 7mm funnel tips a bit on my 7-30, I just got a 270 and it slides on and off like butter. 6.5 for my 6.8SPC...

If I really got enthused, I could measure the ID of the brass neck. That is, if anyone cares.

[country gent]

I sarted out reloading 222 rem and at a Doctors visit I got a couple of the old style ear cup from his light they fit into the case and had about a 1" opening at the top with a nice gradual radioused form to the smaller end. Worked great for getting powder into cases and was free. I have several of the caliber specific brass aluminum ones sinclairs sell and Lee along with several RCBS plastic ones. One nice thing with the caliber specific is they dont rock as much on the case as the universals do. I have an rcbs I reworked to 45 cal with a smaller hole to help slow the black powder going into the case. I did this with JB weld epoxy and a sanded down 1/2" dowel wrapped with tape ( only went into spout .060 and square end of dowel was centered at its end. let epoxy flow thru hole and around dowel re drilled and chamfered to match plastic. A funnel is handy and easy to use finding one you like and fits your teqniuqe is a diffrent story.

[skeet1]

I don't know if they still make them or not but I have an aluminum Pacific powder funnel that I love. When Hornady took over Pacific I don't know if they continued making them or not, I hope so.

Ken

[W.R.Buchanan]

I have a green one and a red one,, they both work just fine.

They also fit nicely in the top of a Rifle Powder Die so you don't spill powder everywhere.

Randy

[220]

The best I have used are the CRT alloy funnels, machined from a billet, interchangeable calibre specific ends.
When used in conjunction with CRT's load trays you don't need to hold the case or funnel when charging cases.
Not cheap but the best rarely is
http://www.customreloadingtools.com/crt_009.htm

[Wayne Smith]

I have an RCBS green one that I've had at least 35 years. It has survived three moves, is cracked and chipped and keeps on going. I had a Lee that worked fine but I think Arisaka99 has that one now.

[DaveInFloweryBranchGA]

My wife asked me just yesterday "does this reloading thing have an endpoint?"

Ask her if her desire for shoes, nice clothes, makeup and such has an endpoint or if her hobbies have an endpoint. Tell her this is necessary for your happiness and sanity as well as increasing your ability to protect her.

[M-Tecs]

The CRT are very nice. I have had good results with the Satern funnels http://www.saternmachining.com/products

[Motor]

I still use the RCBS one that came in my kit back in 1985. I recently bought their funnel kit with drop tube. It works good and works basically with all calibres.

Normally I only use a funnel when I'm using my Chargemaster so I got a pan/funnel and take the charge off the scale and pour it directly into the case.

[gloob]

I have used a Lee funnel. I also bought a Saturn 223 funnel, machined from aluminum. The Saturn worked great for stick powders, but it still made the same bit of mess as the Lee with H335. Maybe I got a bad one. I eventually made my own funnel using an empty 22LR case for a spout, and the other funnels found the bottom of a trash can.

[edler7]

I don't know if they still make them or not but I have an aluminum Pacific powder funnel that I love. When Hornady took over Pacific I don't know if they continued making them or not, I hope so.

Ken

They did. I have one on my bench. Bought it for a dollar at a gun show. My mentor had one of the original Pacific funnels, and I loved using it. Best dollar I spent in a long time.

[Doggonekid]

I have two green RCBS funnels I use all the time. I had to get my second one because I load .17 Rem. and it needs its own funnel. I have larger funnels for pouring from one of my 8 LB containers to a smaller 1 Lb container for ease of use. After reading this post I think I might need some Satern funnels too. What I guess I am saying is you need lots of funnels. Having too many funnels is like saying I have too much money.

[Jim_P]

RCBS makes great gear. I like this funnel: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/755866/rcbs-electronic-scale-powder-funnel-pan?cm_vc=ProductFinding because it is static free (as in conductive) and fits most any scale. The charge get's dispensed and with the universal integrated funnel you can get it into any case without issue. Or use the the other end and place it where you want.

Think: RCBS Green Funnel meets Scale Pan.

Love it....

[duckey]

I have a Lyman funnel that allows you to pour the powder into the case. The top is about 1/2 closed which prevents the powder from falling out all over the place. I bought this for reloading rifle brass as I weigh each charge by hand. My first was a Lee but i have since been using the Lee almost perfect powder measure for reloading pistol.

[lightman]

Truthfully, they all work. Its like a Chevy vs Ford vs Mercedes question. MTM makes a nice funnel. The Lee, Lyman, RCBS funnels all work ok too! If you want something that looks nice, the CRT and the Saturn are nice, but cost more.

[GONRA]

Over the decades, GONRA has used commercial plastic powder funnels
(all had “static cling” issues), small glass lab funnels (transparent, but break easily), etc. and never been completely satisfied.

Just got my “Final Solution” Metal Powder Funnel set!!!
Lyman Brass Smith Pro Funnel System Midway Product #875852 $23.99 .
All non sparking, non static aluminum construction. Inserts for 6 caliber/neck sizes.

Will use it first for 5.7x28mm FN reloading.