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noelf2 · April 23, 2012, 10:59 AM

I don't cast, but wouldn't soft lead shot be a viable alternative over ordering lead over the internet? Can get lead shot locally, but is it much more expensive than buying ingots? In fact, a friend of mine stopped reloading and gave me all of his stash of shot. About 100 lbs of #6 high antimony, and 100 lbs of #7.5 soft lead. I use the #6, but the #7.5 just sits by my reloading bench. Maybe I should find someone in my area that casts and do a trade...?

April 23, 2012, 10:59 AM	#3
noelf2 Senior Member Join Date: April 14, 2008 Location: Stuart, VA Posts: 2,473	I don't cast, but wouldn't soft lead shot be a viable alternative over ordering lead over the internet? Can get lead shot locally, but is it much more expensive than buying ingots? In fact, a friend of mine stopped reloading and gave me all of his stash of shot. About 100 lbs of #6 high antimony, and 100 lbs of #7.5 soft lead. I use the #6, but the #7.5 just sits by my reloading bench. Maybe I should find someone in my area that casts and do a trade...? __________________ Liberty and freedom often offends those who understand neither.