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Old June 21, 2013, 08:42 PM   #1
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Gauge, ball size, # of RB per lb - good reference

In doing some searching in regards to difference in weight between .310 and .311 RB as well as several old "bag molds" I ran across, I came across this excellent chart - may be that the link has been posted before (don't know) but for those getting started, it's an excellent reference.

http://www.lasc.us/Brennan_GaugeWeight.htm

Go to the home or index page as well - lots of other good information pertaining to cartridge as well

Many of the old (antique) bag molds will have a number stamped on them and a lot of folks don't know that it represents the number of balls per pound of lead. This chart makes it an easy way to figure out the mold size.
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Old June 22, 2013, 01:56 PM   #2
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Old June 23, 2013, 02:20 PM   #3
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You can also cube the diameter of the ball and then multiply by 1503 to get the ball's weight in grains.

Example, what does a .433 round ball weigh?

.433 X .433 X .433 X 1503 = 122 grains
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Old June 25, 2013, 09:59 PM   #4
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Thanks guys. Some useful stuff here.
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