Light weight scales

shelly · Oct 6, 2012

I’ve been looking for some lightweight scales and have come across the Reuben Heaton Flyweight Mk2 Scales, has anyone got these and if so would you recommend them or is there something better out there for a similar price.

I would be grateful for any info, thanks

barbelboi · Oct 6, 2012

I use a set of those, no complaints - IMO a very good set of lightweights.
Jerry

shelly · Oct 6, 2012

barbelboi said:
I use a set of those, no complaints - IMO a very good set of lightweights.
Jerry

Thanks Jerry, much appreciated

chub_on_the_block · Oct 6, 2012

Ive got those too. My only complaint is that the zero tare wanders around a bit too much - have to zero with every use.

Keep meaning to look for some very precise digital scales that go up to about 3Ib or so - for those special roach and dace that i get all the time (if only). Some of the scales you get for kitchen use are incredibly accurate - down to the gram. Any idea if any are any good for taking out on the bank? - or do they need to be on a dead level surface etc.

Mark Wintle · Oct 6, 2012

For the money those scales are fine for the money; keep them dry and they should serve you well. There are more reliable scales but they are heavier and cost more but unless you catch a potential record that shouldn't be a problem.

shelly · Oct 6, 2012

Mark Wintle said:
For the money those scales are fine for the money; keep them dry and they should serve you well. There are more reliable scales but they are heavier and cost more but unless you catch a potential record that shouldn't be a problem.

Mark, as a matter of interest what would you recommend for a better reliable set of scales, I accept they may be heavier but I would probably accept this for a better reliability factor as long as it doesn’t increase the weight too much.

Thanks guys for your views

Mark Wintle · Oct 6, 2012

If you can find a set in A1 condition then a set of Avon scales takes some beating. Not much heavier than the above but more robust long term. Ebay has a few.AVON SCALES WALLET SILK BAG | eBay Just one of several.

terry m · Oct 6, 2012

|I use a set of Rapala light weight digital scales. They are very good, with easy tare settingilluminated display and even a memory to stores weights. They are about the size of a typical multimeter.

peterjg · Oct 7, 2012

I'm with Mark Wintle on this - Avon scales. Very occasionally you see on Ebay Avon scales which weigh in half ozs to a max of 8lbs - they are superb - if you can find them. Just right for roach, perch, etc.

Berty · Oct 7, 2012

peterjg said:
I'm with Mark Wintle on this - Avon scales. Very occasionally you see on Ebay Avon scales which weigh in half ozs to a max of 8lbs - they are superb - if you can find them. Just right for roach, perch, etc.

No good for Spiders perch then?

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