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Old 09-04-2012, 09:48 PM
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Default Where i can buy Lead metal for bullet

Hi All,
I am going to cast bullet my self so i am looking to buy lead metal can you guys please tell me where i can buy lead in Calgary in bulk.
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Old 09-04-2012, 09:52 PM
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Start asking garages what they do with their lead wheel weights. Seem places will give you loads for free, some will ask for a little.
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Old 09-04-2012, 10:55 PM
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I needed lead last year for decoy anchors and had a super hard time finding any. Most garages sell it to special companies for top dollar. I really did find a good source. If you do I would be interested in where.
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Old 09-05-2012, 12:44 AM
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Many years ago I bought 500 lbs from Western Metals when I didn't have time to mess with sourcing lead;

http://www.westernmetal.ca/
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Old 09-05-2012, 05:18 AM
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If auto body shops still use lead for repairs, try a place like Aklands or Greggs. But I would say tire shops for sure.
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Old 09-05-2012, 06:17 AM
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sheet lead is used in flashings on commercial roof penetrations (20x20", 24x24, 30x30) about 1/8" thick.
probably more expensive than wheel weights but its clean and you can cut it with snips in strips as big as you need to melt down
so head to local plumbing wholesaler or local plumber (they are really good people) and ask if the can get you a supply, costs
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