HORNADY 050069 LOCK-N-LOAD POWDER MEASURE

Hornady Lock-N-Load Powder Measure (050069) is a bench-mounted powder dispenser with quick-change metering inserts and a broad charge range, built to throw precise smokeless powder charges for everything from small handgun rounds to large magnum rifle loads. This Hornady 050069 Lock-N-Load Powder Measure uses push-button metering insert changes, tight internal tolerances, and multi-caliber drop tubes to give reloaders consistent, repeatable charges across many cartridge types.

Key Features

• Manufacturer part number: 050069
• Product type: Lock-N-Load bench-mounted powder measure
• Charge range: Roughly 0.5 to 265 grains with appropriate rotors and inserts; about 15 to 100 grains with the included standard rifle rotor and insert
• Metering system: Removable metering inserts with push-button release
• Included components: Measure body, standard rifle rotor, standard metering insert, small and large drop tubes, mounting plate and lock ring
• Mounting: Bench mount via bracket and lock ring or via Lock-N-Load bushings and a compatible powder measure stand
• Internal tolerance: Close fit between drum and rotor for smooth operation and reduced powder binding
• Caliber coverage: Multi-caliber use from small varmint cases up to large .45-caliber rifle and handgun cases with supplied drop tubes

Special Features

• Quick-change metering inserts release with a side push-button so you can swap pre-set inserts when changing loads or calibers without re-zeroing from scratch.
• Very wide potential charge range, especially when combined with optional pistol and high-capacity rotors, lets one measure cover most handgun, standard rifle, and magnum rifle applications.
• Adjustable O-ring tension on the metering insert allows fine incremental adjustment and lets you lock in your chosen setting once you reach the desired charge weight.
• Tight internal clearances between the frame and rotor help prevent powder granules from binding the drum and support smooth, repeatable throws with many ball and extruded powders.
• Small and large drop tubes help optimize flow into different case mouth sizes, improving fill consistency when working with both small-capacity and large-capacity cases.

Practical Benefits

• The Hornady Lock-N-Load Powder Measure (050069) suits reloaders who want one primary powder measure to handle small handgun charges, typical rifle loads, and larger magnum charges by swapping rotors and inserts instead of owning multiple measures.
• Push-button metering insert changes let you keep individual inserts set for favorite loads so you can move between commonly used recipes quickly with minimal fine-tuning.
• Fine adjustment via the O-ring and optional micrometer-style inserts supports precise charge tuning for accuracy-focused rifle work or match pistol ammunition.
• Flexible bench and stand mounting options make it straightforward to integrate this measure into single-stage, turret, or progressive press workflows while keeping powder charging close to your press.
• If you are setting up or upgrading a reloading bench and want a versatile, multi-caliber powder dispenser with a broad charge range, the Hornady Lock-N-Load Powder Measure (050069) is a solid fit for long-term, everyday use.