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Cuz: I can truly appreciate your questions/concerns as I went through a very similar experience early last year. After MANY years of loading on nothing but the XL650 platform, I made the move to an RL1100. Waited 14 weeks from the time I ordered to the day it arrived! What an ordeal! Anyway, here's my thinking on the Pro Dropper Assembly vs the Mini MBF. In today's prices, the Mini MBF will cost $138.85. Then later you purchase the Mini to complete MBF upgrade for an additional $429.95. Total without tax and shipping? $568.80. Purchase the Pro Dropper Assembly for $148.00. Yes, a bit more time consuming but the Pro is a awesome upgrade! Then purchase the full MBF at $469.95. Total of $617.95. But, this route gives you the option of selling the standard Dropper Assembly that comes with the MBF ($94.95) for a discounted price of say, $50-$75, and still be just under the above total for the Mini + MBF upgrade! And you would still end up with the Pro Dropper Assembly which ,IMO, is a much desirable upgrade! Regardless of which direction you choose, remember DAA Alpha Academy has a nice Labor Day Sale starting this weekend! https://www.doublealpha.biz/us/ HTHs

Look up a few posts to this one: https://forums.brianenos.com/topic/285855-video-reloading-9mm-on-my-rl1100/?do=findComment&comment=3208796

Not sure if you can view this, but the Depstech unit has the ability to take snapshots and video........... https://www.dropbox.com/s/s5tjzdxj5m7oz8v/20200903141125.avi?dl=0

No, it's wifi. The Depstech power pack produces a secure hotspot that the tablet logs into via wifi settings. If there's any lag, I can't spot it. This is the one I settled on: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QV83RSS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Just thought of something........... Want to apologize to @SpartanArmament for hijacking your thread! Got carried away, and should have started a new thread. Sorry!

Here's the Tablet View..........

ddc: I swapped out the 8Mp Auto Focus camera for the 5Mp non-auto focus. Great view along with instant, standard focus. Still has the 2x and 3x zoom if needed.

No, I had it machined just a bit smaller on the upper step; then polished it. The "sticking" from the MBF is caused by surface friction, and seems most evident when using new or wet tumbled brass.

I've seen the Redding Expander Die recommended by several users. On my RL1100, I just didn't want to give up my swaging backup rod that provides a solid stop inside the case. I modified my MBF powder funnel and have no "sticking" of my wet tumbled brass. All I do is wipe the funnel expander with a swipe of case lube, and it will last an entire loading session.

I totally agree with getting the MBF die assembly if the whole system is not in the budget right now. I updated to the Pro Dropper Assembly, and it's working like a charm! And it holds 14 Zero 147 JHP bullets when shutting off the feeder. Would definitely be more efficient that placing each bullet by hand...........been there, done that! https://www.doublealpha.biz/us/mr-bulletfeeder-pro-dropper-assembly

ddc: This pic is with the 8Mp camera that does offer a nice view! I tried several different ways to mount, and came up with this. It may seem a bit ghetto, but that 16.5' of cable is out of my way. It sure creates a bit of a challenge to mount......... One thing I dislike about the 8mp camera is the Auto Focus that's built in and can't be disabled. If I'm loading at normal speed, I'm seeing a bit of blurring when glancing at the monitor to view the powder drop in the case. Just got in the 5Mp version that does not have auto focus, and I'm going to mount it up and see how good the pic is along with the stability of the camera. HTHs!

I watched the video and, for an entirely new beginner, I guess it's a pretty good way to get started. IMO, it just seems like a "long way around" to using the included instructions that come with the die. And the gentleman doesn't mention anything about zeroing the final adjustments for your preferred/favorite COALs! And note that the included instructions specify DISASSEMBLY AND CLEANING before actually using the die! Seat Die Instructions.pdf

If you'll notice the empty brass I have circled in red, you can clearly see the "step" for bullet seating that is created by the MBF funnel. This step was created for .356" coated lead and DID NOT require any "belling" of the MBF funnel. All the stock MBF funnels I've got have the upper step machined to .358". This has provided plenty of clearance to seat a coated bullet without any or minor flare. Here's a good profile pic of the Alpha Dropper that I tried in the RL1100, and it shows a great view of the profile and type of expansion it creates. And finally a good profile view that includes the MBF funnel in the center, and the Alpha Dropper on the right.

I've had many years of excellent results from the Redding Pro Micrometer Seating Die! Also, having went through the powder funnel dilemma and trying several different avenues including the Alpha Dropper, IMO there is no way that the Alpha Dropper will provide the STABILITY when seating a bullet as the MBF powder funnel will! The profile of the Alpha is almost identical to the stock Dillon XL650/750 funnel. The MBF will create an EXPANDED mouth in the brass versus a flared/bell type. And yes, the stock Dillon and the Alpha funnels are being used by hundreds of reloaders loading different bullets/profiles successively. I had pulled my hair out trying to overcome the setbacks of loading different manufacturers coated lead bullets until I discovered the results of the MBF funnel. This thread gives some feedback on its use: https://forums.brianenos.com/topic/205711-fix-for-shaving-lead-bullets/ IMO, if your having gauging problems with only the BB 147RNs, then I would gauge a few right after they came out of the seater (no crimp) and compare to how they gauge after coming out of the Crimping Die. HTHs, and Good Luck!

If I hadn't bought the FX-120i, then this would have definitely been my second choice! https://www.oldwillknottscales.com/and-newton-ej-123.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhb36BRCfARIsAKcXh6HEIN7rY3CEdE6GqfCOe3Snob9qlHLUKWnFj13OOBlA4FkySFrNRrQaAj4DEALw_wcB .02 grain resolution.

Go to the link I posted above and fill out the short form. They will contact you to confirm your warranty period.........IIRC, all the GemPros had .00 accuracy. 250, 300, and 500. Just out of the blue it started to drift without actually weighing. Documented weights would be 2-3gn +/-. Put a calibration weight on the pan and get an error message every time........... Just a matter of time till it fails...........if eligible, get the full refund while you can!

Purchased 2014...........

milanuk: That's what I was thinking of............. Thanks for clearing that up!

Just wanted to bring it to everyone's attention that owns a GemPro 250/300 scale. My 250 failed, and I contacted this company for warranty: https://hbitech.com/warranty/ Asked for a brief description of the problems I was having and did I have a copy of the original purchase confirmation email/invoice. I did. After a couple of days, I received this email stating: No mention of returning my existing unit..........so I'm recommending others get on this wagon in case of future failures!

Yea, I'm fully aware of how well it integrates with the AutoTrickler/AutoThrower combination. And if I ever start loading for precision rifle, I've got the perfect "balance" to add to. For some reason, I keep thinking there are some features of the unit that would benefit me for verifying .1g variances in ladder loads, etc.......... Thanks!

Saw a GemPro 250 for sale today in the classifieds.......made me think of my recent ordeal where I contacted HBI International -My Weigh about my failing GP250. And since they no longer make the GemPro line and can't honor the warranty, all I had to do was send them a copy of my original invoice and they are sending me a check for the full purchase price. Very satisfied with this outcome as every little bit will help to offset the cost of the FX-120i!

After my GemPro started dying, I decided to invest in one of the best for reloading! Have it calibrated and weighing fine; but would like to learn to use some of the more intense features. Not much on YouTube for this specific scale/balance. Any site or instructional blog recommendations? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Definitely enjoying the view with an Depstech 8Mp Endoscope from Amazon also! And the zoom gives the option to look closer if there's any suspicion of the powder levels.............

I've got, IMO, one of the finest seating dies available, and I sure don't expect my COALs to be within .005"! My thoughts are that if your crimp is ONLY removing the initial bell/expansion, and you can check this by measuring the components of your round, then by all means seat them a bit shorter and recrimp! Take one of your existing rounds that are .005" too long, and disassemble the round. If there's a crimp groove around whatever bullet you're using, then reseating and recrimping may destroy the accuracy of the round.