: What is a lead smelter, bullet molds, and 200# of lead worth?


SilverZuk
12-12-2008, 01:45 PM
I've got a guy that is giving me first shot on it.
The lead is about 200# of ingots from wheel weights.
Has a bullet mold for 45 ACP, bullet lube press, and molds.

On ebay the lead is going from $30 to $50 per 100#
I have no clue on the other stuff.

void_of_light
12-12-2008, 01:56 PM
Check ebay and Midway usa for mold prices. I have seen smelters from $40 to thousands depending on features and size.

FlexCJ5
12-12-2008, 02:02 PM
offer him $100 and see?

Toyoda
12-12-2008, 02:07 PM
I have some lead for muzzle loaders at home if you are interested in lead. I also have a mold that has never been used, I will have to look and see what caliber it is.

If you are interested let me know.

bigdreamin
12-12-2008, 02:21 PM
Sounds like it's worth some lead poisoning. I'd say make him an offer on what you're willing to pay for it.

NVScouter
12-12-2008, 03:02 PM
I would offer 75-100 of the lead if it is smelted and in ingot form. If it is pure then great for muzzeloaders or Wheel Weight(WW) then good for pistols and rifle. 200# of WW is worth about 160# of lead BTW some people just dont see to get that :shaking:

The smelter if its a Lee $20 and moulds if lee $10 each.

Now if the smelter is Lyman it could go for $50 used but I like my Lee 20# so I would offer $30ish.

Lyman/SAECO moulds are worth about $45

If it is another steel mould research it first since there are huge price ranges on moulds.

so offer him whatever and then meet me on Castboolits forums :laughing:

Grimjaw
12-12-2008, 03:56 PM
and then meet me on Castboolits forums :laughing:

I just joined over there yesterday. I picked up 200 lbs of WWs. I would like to stock pile 10x that of WWs if I can find a source. I plan on hit the thrift stores for a 'first smelt' pot this weekend.