"Stu Knowles" writes:
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Question, In what proportion does the lead powder get mixed with the
putty?
( I understand it keeps the putty flexible)

You want to RUN, not WALK away from this one.

I can't answer your question; however, in this day and age, contact with
lead powder should be avoided like it was the plague, IMHO.

HTH


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