Do You Guys Use a Powder Measure with Black Powder

[Oyeboten]

I weigh each charge using a Lee plastic scoop and a scale. Does anyone use a mechanical bench mounted powder measure for black powder? I see Shiloh Sharpes doesn't list a powder measure for sale so I'm thinking that's my answer. I also use a 30" brass drop tube and an aluminium funnel, the fella at the local black powder shop said drop tubes aren't necessary for anything but competition loads.

I set my "IDEAL No. 5" Dispenser to throw a charge which will weigh what I have in mind, and, this has been extremely accurate and consistent. I eep the Hopper 2/3rds full or more, also.

I am not loading for BP Long Arms though, only for .38 Special and .45 Colt, so, no need for me to be so fussy, but I just like the idea of consistent to a fine degree charges, merely on principle.

[Kevin Rohrer]

I am just starting out w/ BP and use a Quick-Measure BP measure along with their 24" drop tube and a powder compression die.