I've never used a scale for BP loads. Black powder is measured by volume. I've been a life member of the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Ass. for 42 years and shot on the national range for 30 and have never seen anyone use a scale - it's always been volume. The old, or even new plastic adjustable measures will work just fine. I to would buy a Mec Jr [ 600 ] - they're cheap and it's fun to load your own. That way you're not trying to fine expensive loads. Shotgun world is a web site that has a reloading forum that's very helpful for a first timer. Good luck - Paul
If you were reffering to my preious post Paul,
I was reffering to the shot charge , not the powder charge.
When I load my BP cartridges I use a measure- either a cheap adjustable or a scoop style, or on with a Lyman 55 or harrel.
My shot charge is always weighted however, because I have found years ago that the larger the shot, the less weight for a gven measured charge.
DT
