RCBS or Lyman? - The Firearms Forum

Gahunter12 · 12-19-2011, 12:12 PM

I have tried searching for the answer, but can't find this exact comparison. I am getting ready to order a new powder measure this week. I am stuck between the RCBS uniflow and the Lyman 55. Which do you experts like the best, and why. I Load on a Lee Classic Turret press. It's not a must for me to be able to attach the powder measure to the press. If I can thats great. Thanks.

woolleyworm · 12-19-2011, 12:21 PM

They're both great measures and I've used both. Currently I use the RCBS. I wouldn't hesistate to use the 55. Find the best deal you can and buy it; you'll be happy either way. I have never mounted either to a Lee press, but I'm pretty sure that it can be done.

Caneman · 12-19-2011, 12:27 PM

I have the RCBS and it is really nice, I also have the Hornady LnL and it is better, don't know anything about the Lyman but I am sure it is going to be nice as well...

there seem to be two extremes in reloading equipment... up in high rent district you got blue kool aide drinkers who think Mr. Dillon's crap don't stink, on the bottom you got the Harbor Freight of the reloading world which is Lee, then everything in between seems to be about the same... thats just imo, of course...

reynolds357 · 12-19-2011, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Gahunter12

I have tried searching for the answer, but can't find this exact comparison. I am getting ready to order a new powder measure this week. I am stuck between the RCBS uniflow and the Lyman 55. Which do you experts like the best, and why. I Load on a Lee Classic Turret press. It's not a must for me to be able to attach the powder measure to the press. If I can thats great. Thanks.

In all honesty that question boils down to do you like Orange paint(in some instances black) or Green paint. Both are high quality and do about the same thing.

howlnmad · 12-19-2011, 02:10 PM

They're both very good measures.

Yes, RCBS does have a case activated charging die for the Uni-flow. Midway has it for just under $80.

Gahunter12 · 12-19-2011, 02:40 PM

Thanks for the input. I'm not so much worried about mounting it to my press as much as accuracy of drops and ease of adjustments. My plan is to have it setup on a mount and charge in small batches of 20. So I can check my charges before a new batch of 20. That will also allow me to keep an eye out for under or over charges. Most of my calibers will be 9mm, 40 s&w, 45 acp, 44 rem mag, 7mm RM, and 300WM. Plan is to upgrade to a progressive by end of 2012 for my pistol cal. Maybe a good Christmas present for next year!

gdmoody · 12-19-2011, 10:35 PM

I have never used the Lyman powder measure, I do have an RCBS and it does the trick as do the four Dillon powder measures. Either one you choose will be a good addition to your reloading set up.

X Ring · 12-20-2011, 12:42 AM

I have and use both, the only big difference is the Lyman has 3 different adjustment screws and sometimes takes more monkeying around with to get adjusted. Both are consistent and accurate within 0.1 grains. The Lyman also cost less and has a smaller reservoir.

JLA · 12-20-2011, 07:42 AM

Toss the names in a hat and just pick one. they are both excellent measures.

Gahunter12 · 12-20-2011, 08:58 AM

Thanks for the replies. I had been looking for the last week trying to decide. I will let my wife know which she needs to order. This is a Christmas gift. She gets mad at me because I always tell everyone to just give me cash. She told heck no you are going to unwrap a gift this year. LOL

CampingJosh · 12-20-2011, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Gahunter12

Thanks for the replies. I had been looking for the last week trying to decide. I will let my wife know which she needs to order. This is a Christmas gift. She gets mad at me because I always tell everyone to just give me cash. She told heck no you are going to unwrap a gift this year. LOL

My wife--and the rest of the family for that matter--loves that I have a "Universal Wishlist" from Amazon.com. Any website you go on, you can add items to the wishlist, and it makes it convenient for anyone who wants to buy you a gift.
My list currently has over 100 items on it, from books to tools to knives to reloading equipment and even gun parts. Any time I see something that I think I would use, I just click the "Add to Wishlist" button, and it's done. People just search for the list using my email address, and they can pick a gift that is both something I would like to have and a "surprise" when I open it.

JLA · 12-20-2011, 10:31 AM

Thats a hell of an idea Josh. thanks.

Gahunter12 · 12-20-2011, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by CampingJosh

My wife--and the rest of the family for that matter--loves that I have a "Universal Wishlist" from Amazon.com. Any website you go on, you can add items to the wishlist, and it makes it convenient for anyone who wants to buy you a gift.
My list currently has over 100 items on it, from books to tools to knives to reloading equipment and even gun parts. Any time I see something that I think I would use, I just click the "Add to Wishlist" button, and it's done. People just search for the list using my email address, and they can pick a gift that is both something I would like to have and a "surprise" when I open it.

That is a great idea. I need to set one up. Thanks for sharing that tip! Hope everyone has a Very Merry Christmas!!

12-19-2011, 12:12 PM	#1
Gahunter12 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 64	RCBS or Lyman? I have tried searching for the answer, but can't find this exact comparison. I am getting ready to order a new powder measure this week. I am stuck between the RCBS uniflow and the Lyman 55. Which do you experts like the best, and why. I Load on a Lee Classic Turret press. It's not a must for me to be able to attach the powder measure to the press. If I can thats great. Thanks. -->

12-19-2011, 12:21 PM	#2
woolleyworm TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SW Fort Worth Contributor Posts: 4,884	Re: RCBS or Lyman? They're both great measures and I've used both. Currently I use the RCBS. I wouldn't hesistate to use the 55. Find the best deal you can and buy it; you'll be happy either way. I have never mounted either to a Lee press, but I'm pretty sure that it can be done. __________________ . What are you gonna do, talk the alien to death? -- (on Sigourney Weaver's worry about Guns in Aliens) "Safety is something that happens between your ears, not something you hold in your hands." "I carry a small gun to compensate for my huge Blue press." .

12-19-2011, 12:27 PM	#3
Caneman Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 1,277	Re: RCBS or Lyman? I have the RCBS and it is really nice, I also have the Hornady LnL and it is better, don't know anything about the Lyman but I am sure it is going to be nice as well... there seem to be two extremes in reloading equipment... up in high rent district you got blue kool aide drinkers who think Mr. Dillon's crap don't stink, on the bottom you got the Harbor Freight of the reloading world which is Lee, then everything in between seems to be about the same... thats just imo, of course...

12-19-2011, 02:10 PM	#5
howlnmad Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Harriman, Tn Contributor Posts: 2,573	Re: RCBS or Lyman? They're both very good measures. Yes, RCBS does have a case activated charging die for the Uni-flow. Midway has it for just under $80. __________________

12-19-2011, 02:40 PM	#6
Gahunter12 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 64	Re: RCBS or Lyman? Thanks for the input. I'm not so much worried about mounting it to my press as much as accuracy of drops and ease of adjustments. My plan is to have it setup on a mount and charge in small batches of 20. So I can check my charges before a new batch of 20. That will also allow me to keep an eye out for under or over charges. Most of my calibers will be 9mm, 40 s&w, 45 acp, 44 rem mag, 7mm RM, and 300WM. Plan is to upgrade to a progressive by end of 2012 for my pistol cal. Maybe a good Christmas present for next year!

12-19-2011, 10:35 PM	#7
gdmoody Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northeast Georgia Contributor Posts: 6,358	Re: RCBS or Lyman? I have never used the Lyman powder measure, I do have an RCBS and it does the trick as do the four Dillon powder measures. Either one you choose will be a good addition to your reloading set up. __________________ NRA Endowment Member GeorgiaCarry.Org Member Retired US Army Postal Worker Personally, I carry a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin'.....author unknown (but obviously brilliant)

12-20-2011, 12:42 AM	#8
X Ring V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 190	Re: RCBS or Lyman? I have and use both, the only big difference is the Lyman has 3 different adjustment screws and sometimes takes more monkeying around with to get adjusted. Both are consistent and accurate within 0.1 grains. The Lyman also cost less and has a smaller reservoir. __________________ Load More = Shoot More http://s1096.photobucket.com/albums/g327/Wynn3/

12-20-2011, 07:42 AM	#9
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,321	Re: RCBS or Lyman? Toss the names in a hat and just pick one. they are both excellent measures. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

12-20-2011, 08:58 AM	#10
Gahunter12 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 64	Re: RCBS or Lyman? Thanks for the replies. I had been looking for the last week trying to decide. I will let my wife know which she needs to order. This is a Christmas gift. She gets mad at me because I always tell everyone to just give me cash. She told heck no you are going to unwrap a gift this year. LOL

12-20-2011, 10:31 AM	#12
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,321	Re: RCBS or Lyman? Thats a hell of an idea Josh. thanks. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!