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Thread: Lyman #2 recipes wanted

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    It is probably just the percentages that the calculator shows but since the first two, perhaps tin and antimony, only equal less than 5%, the mix is way under Lyman #2. It would be clear if the 00.0 factors were omitted and the actual make up was noted.

    Did I miss where he actually gave the weights of any of the materials in his final blend?

    Ok, the post by Rick addresses F4B blend, not Shuz.
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    Quote Originally Posted by FISH4BUGS View Post
    So it is HARDER than #2?
    Not sure what those numbers mean.
    Can you explain?
    On my spreadsheet that would be
    1.08% tin
    4.50% antimony
    0.21% arsenic
    94.6% lead

    Spreadsheet algorithm says Brinell 13
    Lyman #2 is nominally Brinell 15

    Add enough tin to bring the percentage up to 5% and you'll be a lot closer.
    Cognitive Dissident

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    Yes, closer, but tin dominant alloys tend to age soften. He might be better to just stop at 4.5 or a little less so the antimony is the dominant ingredient. It is also possible that he intends to cast and shoot in a few months so that difference in hardening is not a factor.

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    Or stay right where he is since he has never had any problems with his formula. Ifn' it works don't screw with it and don't ask questions.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Rickf1985 View Post
    Or stay right where he is since he has never had any problems with his formula. Ifn' it works don't screw with it and don't ask questions.
    Technically, everyone is probably right. This is a tad softer than #2.
    But you are absolutely correct. It does work. It has worked. It will work.
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