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Large Sounding Lead Weight - 7 Lbs
Large Sounding Lead Weight - 7 Lbs

Large Sounding Lead Weight - 7 Lbs

$ 36.43

Availability: 72 in stock
  • Primary Material: Lead
  • California Prop 65 Warning: This product may expose you to chemicals, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and/or other reproductive harm.
  • Brand: M&B SHIPCANVAS CO.
  • Condition: New
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Type: Depth Sounder
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Warranty: 10 Year
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Length: 11-inches
  • Manufacturer Part Number: MB-LEAD7

    Description

    Traditional Pattern Sounding Lead
    100% Pure Lead - Made in U.S.A.
    7 lb. weight / 11" long
    Can be used as a primary depth-finding device, or as a backup for electronics. Typically attached to a light line which is measured off with bands, tags, knots, or paint markings every fathom or so (known as a 'leadline').
    The 7-pounder is recommended for deeper water, and for taking soundings while under way since its heavier weight allows the leadline to remain straight and taut while traveling at (displacement) hull speeds. This results in greater accuracy.
    PLAIN FINISH:
    We had these made at a local foundry. Each one is individually poured - no two leads are exactly alike. Plain finish will contain some grooves, casting marks, etc. as can be seen in the photos. Can be sanded and painted, or left "as is" since lead doesn't rust. Once the sounding lead has been used, it develops a salty gray patina.
    TRADITIONAL PATTERN:
    Octagonal shaped cross-section
    with flat sides that can't roll around and cause mischief when stowed in a locker or placed on deck.
    Recessed bottom with grooves
    can be packed with tallow or grease for picking up bottom samples (sand, mud, pebbles, grass, etc.)
    Large, built-in cast eye
    for attaching leadline rope up to 3/8" diameter
    100% Pure Lead... Made in USA