[mikld]

Use the scoop in conjunction with your scale. Once you get the hang of using a scoop, very repeatable loads can be easily done. Develope your own style and do the same thing every time and you'll have no problems (you won't have an adjustable measure, but useable). Get the term "crimp" outta yer head. Cartridges that headspace on the case mouth are not crimped. The crimping die just straightens out any flare in the mouth of he case allowing the cartridge to seat fully on the mouth. My 45ACP die set does not have a "crimp" die; I use the de-flaring tool". BTW; I have I single stage and a turret press and mebbe a dozen die sets and several Lee Loader sets just because...