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I ordered a ball mould from www.ballmoulds.com. They explain that we have to allow for shrinkage when ordering. multiply the desired mould size by 1.005 for harder alloys and 1.007 for pure lead. Wanting a .498 ball, we decided on a .501 mould. However, after I cast a bit over 100 balls, I measured them and they didn't shrink. I tried shooting them with terrible results. I have contacted him and he said he would come up with a good price on making me a .498 like I wanted to start with.
Now, keep in mind that I am new to casting. But, do any of you know about shrinkage or how to achieve it? I ordered my lead off Ebay from a very popular salesman. He has 100% positive reviews and I read at least 100 positive reviews before purchasing. Several customers stated they checked the bhn and that it was indeed pure lead.
I am using the 4 lb Lee Casting pot and Lyman bottom pour ladle.
Is water quenching necessary?
Now, keep in mind that I am new to casting. But, do any of you know about shrinkage or how to achieve it? I ordered my lead off Ebay from a very popular salesman. He has 100% positive reviews and I read at least 100 positive reviews before purchasing. Several customers stated they checked the bhn and that it was indeed pure lead.
I am using the 4 lb Lee Casting pot and Lyman bottom pour ladle.
Is water quenching necessary?