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  1. Thread: Linotype use

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    The same technologies that allow us to swap ideas...

    The same technologies that allow us to swap ideas here apply elsewhere, too.

    Many publications no longer offer information in physically printed form; instead, you enjoy your "subscription" over...
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    Use the simplest method available to you...

    The best advice has already been given- obtain some typemetal or get Rotometal's "superhard" alloy.

    For purposes of economy, the purchase of pure antimony should be considered only when...
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    Hey fatelk, I just checked your link to the...

    Hey fatelk, I just checked your link to the Rotometals site.

    If it is something close to Woods metal, remember that it could also contain cadmium in it.
    I'm sure you may have already taken this...
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    Now that's a good one! "Pitch a horseshoe in...

    Now that's a good one!

    "Pitch a horseshoe in there and see if stands up."
    "I don't have a horseshoe, but I have a spoon."

    [smilie=l:[smilie=l:
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    Forum: Cast Boolits

    Chevroner, As the saying goes, "In order to...

    Chevroner,

    As the saying goes, "In order to get somewhere, you have to know where you're going."
    One may also infer that to mean, "Determine the result you want, then find your best available...
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    No problem, fatelk. Like I said- just...

    No problem, fatelk. Like I said- just wonderin'.:drinks:

    If I'm concerned about a thermometer, I use a freeze test and calibrate it.

    Any luck figuring it out? I think LWK had a good idea...
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    Depends mostly on the type of ladle, your...

    Depends mostly on the type of ladle, your particular method of filling the ladle, and how you pour.

    When you fill the ladle, it's best to insert it in such a way as to have any trash that does...
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    If your thermometer is reading 150 and dripping...

    If your thermometer is reading 150 and dripping water has no effect, you know that the alloy is not yet at 212 F.
    Remember, water does not boil until 212 F. It also pooled on top of the alloy due...
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    Forum: Cast Boolits

    Actually, the method to which you refer is a...

    Actually, the method to which you refer is a patented process of intentionally removing tin from lead.
    For purposes to which this process applies, tin is considered a contaminant in the lead.
    Ever...
  10. Glad ya got it , Gelandangan! Merry Christmas...

    Glad ya got it , Gelandangan!

    Merry Christmas to you; a great gift indeed!

    Have not shot the boolits from it, yet.
    Cast a small batch the other day, though. Casts great!
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    "Tin-rich" alloys

    Short of having the pewter analyzed, there is no easy way to identify copper content. There are many different formulas used for "pewter".
    Using unidentified pewter is the same concept as using...
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    LWK gave the best advice about windbreak- it's...

    LWK gave the best advice about windbreak- it's essential, or you're going to use a bunch of fuel. Do everything you can to let the heat follow its natural course (upwards).

    Preheating of molds and...
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    Never really kept track of it, but I suppose I...

    Never really kept track of it, but I suppose I could do the math if so inclined.

    100+ rounds of 45-70 per week ( minimum weight 330gr, some as high as 540gr)

    25-50 rounds 30-06 per week...
  14. Thread: What's it worth?

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    You need to first get it all processed in order...

    You need to first get it all processed in order to see what your total investment is in both money and time.

    1. Initial cost of product. ($20)
    2. Your expense to process it (fuel, etc.).
    3....
  15. Got mine yesterday!

    An awesome mold.
    Machined exactly as ordered, and looks BIG & BEAUTIFUL.

    My eight-year-old daughter looked at the mold cavities and asked, "Daddy, will those hurt?"

    To which I replied, "Only...
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    I agree with that. The chainsaw is a great...

    I agree with that.

    The chainsaw is a great idea, but only under proper conditions.

    I used a chainsaw (with jig) to trim some small logs to better fit my bandsaw. This was inside the shop.
    The...
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    There are always, and always will be, differing...

    There are always, and always will be, differing opinions on the ideal temperatures.

    Here are but a few of the things which contribute to variance:
    1. Mold material- iron, aluminum, brass? Each...
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    Poll: Is lead the next gold? If things got really...

    Is lead the next gold?

    If things got really ugly, I suppose it could be considered just as valuable.:-)
  19. Gentlemen, Sorry I've been inactive posting...

    Gentlemen,

    Sorry I've been inactive posting for a while. Issues at home have restricted me to merely keeping up with the forums.

    My thanks to all involved with this buy, especially Swede for...
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    Joneser is a straight shooter!

    Joneser was great to deal with!

    Great communication, and everything arrived better than I expected.
  21. Thread: what about this?

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    And that is the reason why many will not purchase...

    And that is the reason why many will not purchase WW ingots; they prefer the extra security of processing the raw weights themselves.

    Sure, it's extra work with the raw weights, but several have...
  22. Thread: 450 marlin

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    Forum: Leverguns

    I have never tried what you are asking, but it is...

    I have never tried what you are asking, but it is highly unlikely that it will work (although it could be made to work at great inconvenience- more on this below).
    But using "Magnum" brass as-is is...
  23. Thread: A ton of Lino

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    Let's see..... 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds 1...

    Let's see.....

    1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds

    1 Australian dollar = .97 US dollar (I'm showing .92, but do not have today's exchange)

    They are charging lead Foot $2.10 (Australian) per kilogram.
    ...
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    Forum: Cast Boolits

    The lead-tin alloy will be more ductile, even if...

    The lead-tin alloy will be more ductile, even if the two different alloys have the same BHN.
    But the WW alloy does not necessarily take a back seat to the 20-1, because in order to reach the...
  25. Tom, Welcome to the thread. Yes, the buy is...

    Tom,

    Welcome to the thread.
    Yes, the buy is still open; I think Swede is going to keep it open until very close to production.

    Simply post what you want here, and Swede will get you on the...
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Abbreviations used in Reloading

BP Bronze Point IMR Improved Military Rifle PTD Pointed
BR Bench Rest M Magnum RN Round Nose
BT Boat Tail PL Power-Lokt SP Soft Point
C Compressed Charge PR Primer SPCL Soft Point "Core-Lokt"
HP Hollow Point PSPCL Pointed Soft Point "Core Lokt" C.O.L. Cartridge Overall Length
PSP Pointed Soft Point Spz Spitzer Point SBT Spitzer Boat Tail
LRN Lead Round Nose LWC Lead Wad Cutter LSWC Lead Semi Wad Cutter
GC Gas Check