Mold Size? Palmer #1

[ctehan]

Hello All,
I just purchased a C. Palmer No.1 Slingshot shot mold. Although I've been searching, I have no idea what size the shot is... Any ideas? Im waiting for it to arrive in the mail, and will be able to use it for something... But Im curious as to the diameter of the shot. It makes 40 rounds in 1 casting (which is why I bought it), and figure from shot to black powder it should be good, given a decent seal. I have no idea of the date of manufacture..

Any ideas? Thanks!
Chris

[Poygan]

Chris, I have that mold. As best as I can measure the cavity, its .285. It could possibly be .30 but that is the closest I can measure with a calipers. Yes, it makes 40 as a time. Not exactly a precision mold. I bought mine well over 20 years ago and can't remember the last time I used it.

[ctehan]

Thanks so much for checking poygan!