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lead
Lead (/lɛd/) is a chemical element in the carbon group with symbol Pb (from Latin: plumbum) and atomic number 82. It is a soft, malleable and heavy post-transition metal. Freshly cut, solid lead has a bluish-white color that soon tarnishes to a dull grayish color when exposed to air; the liquid metal has shiny chrome-silver luster. Lead has the highest atomic number of any non-radioactive element (two radioactive elements, namely technetium and promethium, are lighter), although the next higher element, bismuth, has one isotope with a half-life that is long enough (over one billion times the estimated age of the universe) to be considered stable. Lead's four stable isotopes each have 82 protons, a magic number in the nuclear shell model of atomic nuclei. The isotope lead-208 also has 126 neutrons, another magic number, and is hence double magic, a property that grants it enhanced stability: lead-208 is the heaviest known stable nuclide.
Lead is used in building construction, lead-acid batteries, bullets and shot, weights, as part of solders, pewters, fusible alloys, and as a radiation shield.
If ingested or inhaled, lead and its compounds are poisonous to animals and humans. Lead is a neurotoxin that accumulates both in soft tissues and the bones, damaging the nervous system and causing brain disorders. Excessive lead also causes blood disorders in mammals. Lead poisoning has been documented since ancient Rome, ancient Greece, and ancient China.
** SOLD 3/16 **
Used but in great condition as it was only used a couple of times.
Includes a standard Caldwell Lead Sled Weight Bag with 25 lbs of lead weight.
- Heavy duty steel frame construction
- Lever action compatible
- Gun retention strap included
- Durable non-marring support in front...
I got this Reloader and supplies from my fathers stuff, I have had it for a while now and have done nothing with it, so I think it is time to try and sell it all, my dad never actually loaded any amunition either, I know he used the polisher to polish brass once and kinda setup the machine, so...
I've got a few hundred extra pounds of wheel weight lead melted into approx 1lb ingots. I want to sell enough to buy some work boots. $1 per pound unless you buy 100lbs or more. NO SHIPPING, sorry. Salem area.
I picked up some lead as part of a package deal for some other misc. loading components. I don't know what kind of lead it is, neither did the seller.
I've tried searching this site and searching the internet, but I can't seem to find an answer - is there any way for me to tell what kind of...
I am looking for bullets that are heavier than 400grs. to load for my my 45-70. Or bullets for my 45ACP, not picky on weight or if they are lead or jacketed.
I have cast lead bullets to offer in trade for 38/357, (140gr. and 165gr.), .41 (180gr.) .310 (170gr.) Also for 44spl/44mag (180gr.)
Hello,
I have inherited some various ammunition pieces from my deceased father in law, and was
introduced to this site through a friend. I am brand new to the site, I do have a concealed carry permit for Oregon and Washington, so you would be dealing with a fellow gun enthusiast.
I am placing...
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Got some lead casting/bullet making stuff that I picked up in a package deal with some reloading equipment. I don't have any interest in casting lead bullets so putting this stuff up for sale or trade.
Here's what I have:
- Lyman Big Dipper Casting Furnace
- RCBS Lead Dipper
- Lee...
I seem to recall in the last year or so seeing a member here at NWFA that had a bunch of lead bars/ingots for sale. I can't remember who that was and the search function doesn't seem to be helping me any. I recall he mentioned donating a portion of the sale to NWFA if an NWFA member makes a...
I have not been a huge lead bullet shooter/reloader. I am looking into shooting .458 SOCOM and was evaluating the costs. At about $1.00 per bullet for jacketed and $0.21 for lead I might be a cheap skate. I came across this coating that can be applied Hi-Performance Bullet Coatings. I am not...
Years ago I acquired a Win. 1886 chambered in 40-82. It left the factory in 1889, and has been extremely well cared for. I shoot it on a fairly regular basis. Back in the 80's I worked up a load that duplicates one of the black powder factory load and my '86 loves it. It is as follows;
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