which electric pot?

[bub524]

I have used a lyman pot years ago and the thermostst went out. It was so old I couldn't get parts. So I bought a Lee and used it until it burned out and then bought a new one. The Lee's just don't work as well as the old Lyman. Is anyone using anything besides a Lee (electric that is)? Comments on other brands?
Thanks, Bub

 

[shmrck1]

Bub,
:hmm:
snake-eyes

 

[walruskid1]

TOTW sells lyman, never used one but if i had the cash i would based on reputation. :m2c:

 

[fatboy]

I have a Lee prod pot and I like it just fine

 

[quigleysharps]

WAAGE K4757...best there is...bar none. Gets up to temp and keeps it there faster and better than any on the market.

 

[bshultz]

My lee production pot works just fine. :results:

 

[bub524]

How much are one of those waage pots? Don't see them on a web site.

 

[quigleysharps]

No you won't see them on the site. You also won't get the right price if you send an e-mail. You have to call them...(908)245-9363. The price is $120.00 plus $17 shipping. They are American made and are a 25lb. pot. Will heat up to 1200 degrees if set for it. Takes mine less than an hour from a full cold pot to hit 870 degrees and stay there. There is a trick to setting them to your temp...it's simple though. The dial reads 0-10...most set it to 8 and get the lead up to temp. When the light goes off...check it with your thermometer. If it doesn't read 800 degrees, pull the knob straight off and there is a tiny set screw inside, adjust it counter-clockwise till you've got your 800. Most I've heard had to adjust theirs. Money well spent and still cheaper than some. My LEE pot now just sits waiting to mold sinkers, coleman stove and turkey fryer not sit waiting to just melt down WW's. Everyone else that owns the Waage shelf their Lymans and others too from what I hear.

 

[peter]

I use a Lee production pot and it works fine for me. 25# pot would be a waste for me, I've never cast more than 20#'s in one sitting. Most of the time I cast about 10#'s worth. More than that becomes a chore and is no longer fun.

 

[nvbirdman]

I use a Saeco bottom pour that I bought at a garage sale thirty-five years ago for fifteen bucks.
I got my moneys worth out of it.

 

[davy]

Anybody got a picture of the WAAGE K4757 pot ? Is it a bottom pour ?
::
Davy

 

[quigleysharps]

Someone might have a pic...not me though. No it's not a bottom pour. Have to use a ladle. One of the reasons I bought it.

 

[davy]

Someone might have a pic...not me though. No it's not a bottom pour. Have to use a ladle. One of the reasons I bought it.

How about pros and cons of "bottom pour" versus "ladle style" pots? Anybody got an opinion?::

Davy

 

[quigleysharps]

I like a bottom pour...I just can't cast as good of bullet with one when it comes to the big long pills like the 535gr. Postell. Ladle casting seems to get me more consistent weights and by far a better looking bullet with that particular mold. Roundballs and smaller bullets I have good luck with the bottom pour. Cast about every Friday night and that's been my experience with them. Some can probably go into better detail for you.

 

[weirdjack]

I use a "Lee Precision Melter" that I bought used about 27 years ago for a few bucks. Sure, it only holds 4 pounds of lead and you need to use a ladle...but it works great It has adjustable temp control, and heats up in around 10 minutes. It fills my needs quite well. I usually sit down after a trip to the club and cast up enough balls to replace what I shot (plus a few extra).
http://www.leeprecision.com/html/catalog/melters.html

Jack

 

[Deadeye]

I've been casting about 60 yrs. and have or have had about
every pot made. Have now Lyman, Saeco, RCBS, and a large custom pot. The RCBS is, by far ,the best I've ever used.

 

[AZ-Robert]

Anybody got a picture of the WAAGE K4757 pot ? Is it a bottom pour ?

Doesn't look like it. Check this out:

http://shilohrifle.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=11129&sid=d7adf7a89490df17e6e31708f2af5f3c

 

[davy]

Thanx guys! ::

Davy

 

[Hoyt]

I've had a Lee Production Pot IV bottom pour for about 6yrs or so and it's been a good one so far.

 

[quigleysharps]

Doesn't look like it. Check this out:

http://shilohrifle.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=11129&sid=d7adf7a89490df17e6e31708f2af5f3c

They've changed the style since that pic. The models now...the pot is flush with the main body and there is no mold rack. Can still sit the mold on the rim of the pot.