Who says there is no such thing as Santa Claus.

[sw Idaho]

I have been playing with casting more off than on for over 15 years. For me finding lead has been hard. 3 weeks ago and friend of mine called and said he had something for me. I get a email this morning with a tracking number. Tomorrow I'm receiving 200 pound of 2 tones of lead.

The info I received on it is 97 % Pb 3% Sb. This is not in my wheelhouse of knowledge. Is this a good mix to start? Should I add anything to it for pistol and different rifles from 22 hornet to 45/70?

I feel like a 2 year old on Christmas morning.

[shoot-n-lead]

Is that 200lbs of 2 tons of lead?

IF so, that is really from Santa Claus...

[sw Idaho]

Yes, 200 pounder of 2 tones.

[shoot-n-lead]

Yes, 200 pounder of 2 tones.

ton=2000lbs...so you are getting 2 tons or 4000lbs of lead?

[sw Idaho]

I have another 3800 pound coming.

[Krieger82]

I have another 3800 pound coming.
Wow. That should cast a horde of boolits. Depending what you are casting for, some antimony wouldnt hurt

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[BUCKEYE BANDIT]

Mrs. Claus is gonna be P.O.d when she finds out he's drinking again :cbpour:

[Bob in St. Louis]

Wow!
Just don't stack in all in one place!!! haha
I can't even fathom that much lead.

[WebMonkey]

2 Tone lead would make pretty projectiles though.
;)

[dverna]

Wow!
Just don't stack in all in one place!!! haha
I can't even fathom that much lead.


I have more than that...but a ton or so is shot. Anyway, you would be surprised how little space it takes to store,

Don Verna

[runfiverun]

yep,,,, clear out a 3'X3' area.

add 1% tin to that and you'll be good to go.

[6622729]

Exactly right. It won't take up nearly as much room as you think. I have around 1500lbs and it sure doesn't look like much when I stop and look.

[Bob in St. Louis]

My entire stash of 45 pounds fits neatly in cupcake shaped ingots right on top of my toolbox. :(

[Oklahoma Rebel]

ton=2000lbs tonne=2200lbs (metric)

[DerekP Houston]

I have been playing with casting more off than on for over 15 years. For me finding lead has been hard. 3 weeks ago and friend of mine called and said he had something for me. I get a email this morning with a tracking number. Tomorrow I'm receiving 200 pound of 2 tones of lead.

The info I received on it is 97 % Pb 3% Sb. This is not in my wheelhouse of knowledge. Is this a good mix to start? Should I add anything to it for pistol and different rifles from 22 hornet to 45/70?

I feel like a 2 year old on Christmas morning.

Wow heck of a haul!

according to my math you'll just need 40lbs of tin to go with and you are good to go!

[finstr]

Wow what a great score! That'll keep you busy for awhile!

[lightman]

Wow, Good Score!

[sw Idaho]

The 200 pounds landed this afternoon. Need to unload them. I'm feeling very lucky. :p now i need the time to start smelting them.

Where or what is a good source of time. What temperature do most of you smelt at?

[Vinne]

WOW!!! That truly is a good friend. Be sure to thank him...offen.

[sw Idaho]

This has been 1 of those few life long friends. We have done a lot for each other growing up as kids. As teens and adults has been the same way. He will get some lead in return.

[merlin101]

My entire stash of 45 pounds fits neatly in cupcake shaped ingots right on top of my toolbox. :(
You sir are most definitely underprivileged, you should apply for Federal assistance for lead stamps. You may be eligible for a monthly allotment up to a hundred pounds, Don't wait the program is limited!

[runfiverun]

700-725 is plenty.
get you some [or make some] angle iron ingot molds.
1-1/2" angle, cut about 8" long is good.
they stack up tighter, and pour quicker.

[Bob in St. Louis]

You sir are most definitely underprivileged, you should apply for Federal assistance for lead stamps. You may be eligible for a monthly allotment up to a hundred pounds, Don't wait the program is limited!
Well... When you put it that way... it would be in the interest of National Security that its citizens be knowledgeable, armed, and ready to fight and resupply if the need should arise. ;)

[skeettx]

Here a ton, there a ton,
Everywhere a ton
What fun
Mike

[sw Idaho]

700-725 is plenty.
get you some [or make some] angle iron ingot molds.
1-1/2" angle, cut about 8" long is good.
they stack up tighter, and pour quicker.

I think I remember seeing these. And did it have angle iron on the ends?

[WJP]

4000 lbs of free lead is definitely a nice score. I'm happy when I get lead for free too.

[lightman]

650 to 700º is about right on temp. On the ingot molds, some use angle and some use flat bar on the ends. Most cut the ends with a slight draft to aid in dumping the ingot. Buy or build several. With that much lead to do, you will spend a ton of time waiting on just a few to cool.

There are some good stickies on smelting, smelting set-ups and safety that are worth reading.

[Smoke4320]

moving 2 ton of lead would make me toned too :)

[sw Idaho]

Smoke, now it is picking the right color to make most of them. It will be a ton or 2 of work...

[woodbutcher]

:D You lucky feller.And I thought that I was lucky last year when a friend showed up and gave me 500lbs of sheet lead.Cost?FREE.
Good luck.Have fun.Be safe.
Leo