I'm supprised that you have had problems with the powder measure. Mine has thrown consistant charges thruoughout its use. I don't even weigh every load any more. As for the scale. I like it for setting a weight and then setting the powder measure. IT's not that great for trying to weigh a unknown load. I mean if you throw a charge and want to know exactly how much it is, the scale will do it, but it's a pain. If you want to throw 18.25 granis, set the scale after zeroing it and set you powder measure to throw the correct weight. check every fifth round to be sure. Thats what I do anyway!