Mec Reloading 1Oz #3-#6 Shot Single Stage Steel Shot Charge Bar
$30.74
If you're reloading shotgun shells with steel shot on a single-stage press, a properly sized charge bar makes the difference between consistent loads and frustrating trial-and-error sessions. The Mec Reloading 1Oz #3–#6 Shot Single Stage Steel Shot Charge Bar is a precision-machined steel component designed to meter steel shot pellets in 1-ounce increments—a common load weight for waterfowl and upland hunting. Unlike powder measures that can drift or bind with harder steel pellets, a dedicated shot charge bar ensures repeatable shot charges, which directly affects pattern density and ballistics from shell to shell.
This bar handles the smaller shot sizes most reloaders reach for: #3, #4, #5, and #6. Whether you're working with steel for regulatory compliance in waterfowl zones or simply prefer steel for its hardness and pattern characteristics, a properly matched charge bar takes guesswork out of shot weight. Steel shot is unforgiving when it comes to inconsistency—too light and you lose energy downrange; too heavy and you risk over-pressuring your shells or damaging your gun's chokes. A dedicated, calibrated bar keeps every load within the window.
Installation is straightforward on compatible Mec single-stage presses. If you've been borrowing or improvising with lead-shot bars, upgrading to a steel-specific charge bar is a small investment that pays dividends in load consistency and confidence at the range or in the field.
Key Features
- Calibrated to meter 1-ounce steel shot charges
- Designed for steel shot pellets in #3, #4, #5, and #6 sizes
- Precision steel construction for durability and consistency
- Fits compatible Mec single-stage reloading presses
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this charge bar work with my Mec single-stage press?
This bar is designed for Mec single-stage presses. Confirm your press model is compatible before ordering; not all Mec models accept interchangeable charge bars.
Can I use this bar to load lead shot instead of steel?
This bar is specifically calibrated and designed for steel shot. Lead shot has different density and flow characteristics, so use a lead-shot charge bar for lead loads to ensure accurate metering.
What shot sizes does this bar handle?
This charge bar is calibrated for #3, #4, #5, and #6 steel shot sizes.
Does it come with installation instructions?
The product record does not specify what documentation is included. Contact Bosque Outdoors or Mec Reloading directly to confirm what materials ship with the bar.
