JimB

Yes I use a sawzall to cut it. Tried a band saw first but it didn't cut well. I wouldn't be opposed to spending a little more money for a better pot if I was getting decent results. I'd love to see a commercial set up just to see the process but I don't know anyone else who makes their own bucktails. I'll have to try cutting a hook to see if I can clean the spout. Maybe that would help. Thanks

Thanks for the input guys. I'm using 25lb lead bricks, very clean. I've been cutting them Down into manageable pieces then melting them. I'm going to try some of the things BLT mentioned before buying anything else. Filling the pot to add more weight pushing the lead out seems like a good idea but I'm not getting a great cast when I'm pouring with small pot either. I didn't think to heat the mold and leave the hook for a bit to get the hook hot. The bottom pour pot is made by Lee. Any recommendations on a better pot? Thanks again guys.

I just started pouring bucktails for fluke fishing. I've been doing smaller ones without an issue. When I try pouring 5oz -8oz I'm having a hard time getting the lead to melt all the way around the collar. I've tried using a 10lb bottom pour and 2lb hot pot. I've had better results with the 2lb but still having issues. I've tried heating the mold, holding mold at an angle, adjusting my heat temp and varied my pouring speeds. Still not molding right. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks

Thanks mark I'll try that

I just started pouring bucktails for fluke fishing. I've been doing smaller ones without an issue. When I try pouring 5oz -8oz I'm having a hard time getting the lead to melt all the way around the collar. I've tried using a 10lb bottom pour and 2lb hot pot. I've had better results with the 2lb but still having issues. I've tried heating the mold, holding mold at an angle, adjusting my heat temp and varied my pouring speeds. Still not molding right. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks