EironBreaker Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Well, got in a hurry last night and did something I knew I shouldn't have. Had a customer ask for a couple of spinnerbaits, one 1/2 and one 3/4 oz. Poured the 1/2 oz cold without any trouble but couldn't get the collar to pour right on the cold 3/4 oz. Instead of waiting for the mold to heat up properly, I tried to warm the cavity with a propane torch just enough to make it work. It was cold in the shop and the mold was really cold. I guess heating the cavity caused enough humidity in the air to condensate in the cavity and you can guess what happened. As soon as the lead went in, I heard the dreaded crackle and molten lead came back out. I turned my face away as quick as possible and only got a tiny drop on a finger holding the mold. No big deal could have been worse. Lesson learned - take the time to let the mold warm up by itself even if you are pouring one bait! 650+ degree lead sizzles skin in a hurry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Glad your OK. I have had some drops occasionally splash on me. Tell you what it hurts like you wouldn't believe. Makes you think and pay attention more for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatman Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Glad to hear you're okay!!!!!!!! I got burned in my left eye when I was 13, and I'm carefull as heck now. Nothing like a hot splatter of lead to wake you up quick!!!! Be safe buddy!!!!!! Fatman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
