Redding Competition Model 10X Powder Measure
The Redding Competition Model 10X Powder Measure is purpose-built for handloaders working with light powder charges in smaller cartridges and pistol rounds. If you're loading .223 Remington, .221 Fireball, .17 Hornet, or compact pistol cases and you need consistency in the 1–25 grain range, this scaled-down metering system delivers the precision that competition and accuracy-focused reloading demands. It retains the proven design foundation of Redding's BR-30 competition measure but with a reduced-capacity chamber optimized for the smaller powder volumes where tiny variances matter.
What sets the 10X apart is its fine-tuned control. The anti-backlash micrometer adjustment lets you dial in your charge weight with the repeatability serious handloaders expect, and the positive metering chamber lock holds your setting solid between throws. An adjustable powder baffle helps manage powder flow for consistent drops, reducing the fiddling that wastes time at the bench. Setup flexibility is built in: the measure adapts to either left- or right-hand operation depending on your reloading press layout.
The 10X isn't locked into a single mounting option either. It works with a bench-mounted bracket (included), making it ideal for a dedicated single-stage setup. It's also compatible with some progressive presses if you want to incorporate it into a multi-stage system, though its real home is where precision trumps speed—competition ammunition development, load development for accuracy testing, or serious riflemen who handload their match rounds to exacting standards.
Key Features
- Scaled-down metering mechanism optimized for powder charges between 1 and 25 grains
- Anti-backlash micrometer adjustment for precise, repeatable charge weights
- Positive metering chamber lock keeps your setting locked in place
- Adjustable powder baffle for consistent powder flow and drop uniformity
- Configurable for left- or right-hand operation
- Compatible with bench mounting (bracket included) or some progressive presses
- Ideal for small rifle cartridges and pistol cases where accuracy matters
Specifications
| Brand | Redding |
| Model | Competition Model 10X |
| Powder Charge Range | 1–25 grains |
| Metering Type | Scaled-down chamber (reduced capacity) |
| Adjustment Type | Anti-backlash micrometer |
| Included Bracket | Bench-mount bracket |
| Press Compatibility | Some progressive presses; primary use single-stage or bench-mounted |
Frequently Asked Questions
What cartridges is the Redding 10X designed for?
The 10X is purpose-built for smaller rifle rounds like .223 Remington, .221 Fireball, and .17 Hornet, as well as compact pistol cases. Its 1–25 grain metering range makes it ideal for the lighter powder charges these cartridges require.
Can I use the Redding Competition 10X on a progressive press?
The 10X is compatible with some progressive presses, but it's primarily designed and best suited for bench mounting or single-stage press setups where precision-focused, lower-volume reloading is the goal.
What's included with the measure?
The Redding Competition Model 10X comes with a bench-mount bracket for dedicated installation at your reloading station.
Is the 10X operable for both right- and left-handed loaders?
Yes. The measure is easily adaptable to either left- or right-hand operation, so you can configure it to match your reloading setup regardless of your dominant hand.

