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Scorch · July 12, 2006, 03:02 PM

I have used a Lee Pro 1000 for 20 years now, and I love it. 300-400 rounds per hour is much better than 50-100 rounds with a single-stage press. My handgun and 223 rounds are accurate, consistent, and I spend less time fooling with loading and actually shooting. I have done 22-250 on it, but it won't do full-size rifle ammo. Lee has a new progressive out now (Lee Loadmaster) that also does full-size rifle cartridges.

The problem with the Perfect Powder Measure is mainly with rod-type powders due to bridging affecting powder charge density. If you tap the powder measure every time, it will load rod-type powders just fine. I have never had any problem with a Lee Perfect Powder Measure and ball-type powders.

July 12, 2006, 03:02 PM	#3
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	I have used a Lee Pro 1000 for 20 years now, and I love it. 300-400 rounds per hour is much better than 50-100 rounds with a single-stage press. My handgun and 223 rounds are accurate, consistent, and I spend less time fooling with loading and actually shooting. I have done 22-250 on it, but it won't do full-size rifle ammo. Lee has a new progressive out now (Lee Loadmaster) that also does full-size rifle cartridges. The problem with the Perfect Powder Measure is mainly with rod-type powders due to bridging affecting powder charge density. If you tap the powder measure every time, it will load rod-type powders just fine. I have never had any problem with a Lee Perfect Powder Measure and ball-type powders. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services