WTB: Soft lead for sluging

[mjac]

I want to slug three 30 caliber barrels. I do not have any soft lead, the equipment to melt or pour into a case to produce any slugs.
So, I am asking for if anyone has a few soft lead round balls or boolits available for sale. I am guessing .312 to .314 or so should work. Please correct me if my guess is incorrect.

Retail suppliers of same will be likewise appreciated.

Thanks

[45workhorse]

Any lead 'banks' style lead 3/8 ounce sinkers for fishing? They should work.

[Conditor22]

barrel fishing weights work great, find a size a little larger than your bore.

[Springfield]

Any friends who shoot 36 caliber cap and ball revolvers? The balls from them should work OK.

[brewer12345]

I have 311 and 375 round balls on hand. Pm me if you want a few.

[mjac]

PM sent. Thanks.

[R Freeman]

Would stick on wheel weights or plumbing lead be soft enough to slug a barrel?

[oley55]

barrel fishing weights work great, find a size a little larger than your bore.

^^^^yep^^^^ Depending on 'how to' sources, barrel fishing weights are preferred/recommended. The hole down the middle gives the lead a place to flow into and the slug will then have less spring-back, resulting in a more accurate measurements.

The only downside is the possibility the sinker manufactuer used other than soft/nearly pure lead. But if they thumbnail dent easily, they are soft enough. IMO

[CastingFool]

Plumbing lead would be soft enough. Roofing lead would work, too. Make sure you lube your bore and slug, before attempting to drive it through

[mooman76]

Would stick on wheel weights or plumbing lead be soft enough to slug a barrel?

Yes they would

[mooman76]

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