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April 16, 2011
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My newest piece of safety equipment, surplus israeli M1 helmet.

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April 16, 2011
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You need a big fat half burnt but not lit cigar to chew on to complete that ensemble

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April 16, 2011
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Can lead be added to steel?...:angel:

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April 16, 2011
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Bruce Macmillan;9503 wrote: Can lead be added to steel?...:angel:

Yes.

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April 16, 2011
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Lead?

April 16, 2011
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sam salvati;9506 wrote: Lead?

Yes. Lead can be alloyed with steel. Lead alloyed Free Machining Steel. Don't use it for forging.

What was the question?

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April 16, 2011
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LOL what was the question

April 16, 2011
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Sam, Best check the fit on that helmet, it may be too tight!:giggle:

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April 17, 2011
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J Wilson;9507 wrote: Yes. Lead can be alloyed with steel. Lead alloyed Free Machining Steel. Don't use it for forging.

What was the question?

Why not? It forge welds nicely, Not a first choice, but if the price and size is right...

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