Joe Martin Posted January 31, 2005 Report Share Posted January 31, 2005 I have several molds that were made in the 1940"s. What I need is a source for tin as it produces lures of the correct weight and the brightest appearance. Any info would be greatly appreciated as I am out of tin and only have six lures left. I am new to this site and can only say I wish I had found it long ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WidowMaker Posted February 1, 2005 Report Share Posted February 1, 2005 Usually a jig maker has trouble finding what he wants because he needs a pure lead with little or no tin content. Then he hardens it up with the easier to come by harder stuff. So if you are wanting the harder tin stuff you should not have that much trouble finding it. Your best bet is to find a scrap iron dealer who can supply you with lead and tin. I have one i work with who saves his lead for me. When i find an old car or other kind of scrap metal i take it to him and trade for fair market value of what they are both worth. This way i keep him happy and he keeps me happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richoc Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 If you are really after tin, this will help..... Tin is fun to find. It is near, but not clear to find. There is a alloy house here in Milwaukee, but price..... Shipping would also suck. Look up metals/alloys, should be some place out there. Easest thing I can tell you to do is try 95/5 plumbing sodder. 95% tin/ 5% silver. Home Depot has it, hardware stores and the like. Will not be cheap that way ether but should work for you. If you just need some quick, this will do the trick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
