So would the Lyman #2 be too hard? I've seen lots of folks mention that particular alloy, either buying it or adding a touch of 50/50 bar solder to pure lead. They seem to be pleased with the results. It has also been suggested that straight COWWs seems to closely mimic this particular alloy, if they can be obtained.
I was thinking about getting some of that when I finally get ready to jump into all of this, unless I happen upon some pure lead, then I am fairly confident in my ability to work up the ratios and alloy it myself.
I am interested in casting for .45 Colt (255 grn SWC) and .38 special (158 grn, also SWC). I will need some pure lead, as I will also be casting balls for a black powder revolver.
It is my understanding that the hardening comes from the antimony, and the tin helps the alloy to fill out the mold?
What is really stinky is I used to live down the street from an el cheapo tire shop. I really should have hit them up for some weights when I first started considering this.
Methinks there are likely more folks out here in Parker County into this sort of thing than there were in East Dallas. Per capita, at least. Next time I'm visiting my old stomping grounds, I should pay them a visit.