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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...

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...

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...

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."

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

Is lead the next gold?

If things got really ugly, I suppose it could be considered just as valuable.:-)

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...

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...

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.
...

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...

I use one of these.
Kinda pricey, but it works. No bending over, no sweeping. Just roll it over the brass. Works great as long as you're not worried about picking up the little rimfire brass....

OK. Got some answers for you!

Both the tech and myself cannot figure out why you're having the difficulties. He said that if you are getting a "select customization from below", you may not be...

FFOD,

I am on the phone with Leupold RIGHT NOW.
I am on hold, and as soon as I get a tech on the phone, I will ask what the problem is.

Will post when I get an answer for you.

To further Lloyd's suggestion, Leupold has a custom shop that will provide the reticle you seek.

https://customshop.leupold.com/

You can design the scope online, and they even price it out for...

The water-drop method of hardening works best in conjunction with no sizing at all.
Ideally, the boolit is concentric and within diameter tolerance so that no sizing is necessary when using this...