Gauge, ball size, # of RB per lb - good reference

[bedbugbilly]

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.

 

[Roshi]

Thanks!

 

[B.L.E.]

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

 

[North East Redneck]

Thanks guys. Some useful stuff here.