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I am new to the Dallas area and was wondering if anyone knows a good local source for lead ingots. I would prefer to avoid scrounging wheelweights if possible.

BassPro

http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/store ... 00_175-3-0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Also, possibly cheaper, local metals recycling centers.

For the price Bass Pro charges, I think you'd be better off buying online from RotoMetals.

Brian

I know more about quantum physics than I do casting bullets. Why do you want to avoid using wheel weights? Purity concerns?

SQLGeek wrote:I know more about quantum physics than I do casting bullets. Why do you want to avoid using wheel weights? Purity concerns?

Wheel weights have to be melted, cleaned, and cast into ingots, a time consuming job that can be very dirty and dangerous. Wheel weights make a good bullet but they aren't the optimum alloy for casting. Most users of wheel weights use the WW metal for alloying to make a desired Brinell hardness alloy. "Store bought" alloy is easier to use since it's ready to melt and cast. I use wheel weight metal and lead and tin to make my bullet alloy. I enjoy the tinkering.

Thanks for the explanation to this ignoramus.

SQLGeek wrote:I know more about quantum physics than I do casting bullets. Why do you want to avoid using wheel weights? Purity concerns?

For me its not the work to prepare them, it is the hassle of trying to find a supplier and maintain that relationship. Preparing the alloy is part of the fun.

We have lead available. Probably more than you could ever use.

Send me a PM, and we will discuss.

SQLGeek wrote:Thanks for the explanation to this ignoramus.

You are not ignorant..Ignorance means not being smart enough seek help. I use WW exclusive for practice, not SD. Have over a ton at my disposal..no, not for sale.