Pouring Decoy Anchors

[Huntindave McCann]

Great point. I can't believe I didn't think of that. Swaging lead bullets is done to provide uniform density, and softens the bullets in the process. Some buddies are really into it for long range muzzleloading. So perhaps commercial lead strap weights are cut from sheets, or stamped to soften them?

I would not be surprised to find that at least some of the production strap weights, are cut from an extrusion. https://pureleadproducts.com/lead-extrusions/

 

[Eric Patterson]

I think you guys are on to something.

 

[Huntindave McCann]

I think you guys are on to something.

This example, to me appears to be an extrusion, ends are "cut", faint lengthwise lines the full length of the strap, lack of any mold seam.

 

[Bob Holzworth]

I cast my own decoy anchors in a mushroom head shape with a copper loop to go around the head and neck. Never made strap anchors, but if I would, I would put a copper wire in the mold and pour Lead on that. Strap might crack but loops at each end will hold it together. 14 gauge or better might do fine.