Lot 542:
Lyman Ideal No. 55 Powder Measures Pair with Original Boxes Vintage Reloading Accessories
Sold for: $60
Description
A highly desirable pair of vintage Lyman Ideal No. 55 Powder Measures, manufactured by The Lyman Gun Sight Corporation (L.G.S. Corp.) of Middlefield, Connecticut, U.S.A. These essential tools for handloading ammunition feature robust orange cast metal bodies designed for mounting onto a reloading bench or press. The measures utilize transparent plastic hoppers to hold the gunpowder, allowing the user to visually monitor the supply. The No. 55 is renowned among collectors and reloaders for its adjustable metering mechanism, providing precise and consistent powder charges. Each measure is accompanied by its original, illustrated black and orange cardboard box, featuring the Lyman Ideal branding and the ram’s head logo. The label on the heavily used measure confirms the model and manufacturer: “No. 55 IDEAL POWDER MEASURE L.G.S. Corp. Middlefield, Conn., U.S.A.” These measures date approximately to the mid-20th century.
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