Fixed-charge powder measures.

[Adam Helmer]

I have a wonderful neighbor with far too much free time! Yesterday afternoon Mike came by with a few items he gave to me. (We both shoot blackpower arms and have adjustable powder measures.)

I was given a homemade set of fixed-charge powder measures ranging in weight from 75 , 80, 90 and 100 grains made by Mike out of half-inch copper tubing complete with a lanyard ring soldered to the bottom of each. Also, each powder measure has the 2F Goex weight tossed inscribed on the measure.

I put the 75 grain measure on a leather thong affixed to my Ball powder horn; the 80 grain measure is in my shotgun possibles bag for both 2F Goex and shot; the 90 grain measure is in the .50 caliber Maxi possibles bag and the 100 grain measure is in the .54 Maxi possibles bag.

Well, at least I will not forget to set an adjustable powder measure or have it slip a notch or two closed whilst afield. I have seen fixed measures made out of .45/70 brass cases and .30-06 brass cases. My copper tubing plumber's "Specials" will always be special with me. Many thanks, Mike.

Adam