Abstract: A small, simple tool used to meter precise volumes of molten metal. It has been effectively utilized by the bullet caster to make expandable projectiles for hunting. This is accomplished by using the tool to meter a small volume of molten soft lead alloy into a bullet mould, the completing the cast with a molten lead alloy of higher strength. This creates a dual-alloy bullet with the structural strength necessary for high velocity shooting, but having a nose soft enough to effectively expand upon impact with a target.The tool consists of a long, hollow barrel with a short drop tube installed in one end. The drop tube is mounted in the nozzle end of the barrel and projects into its hollow interior. The vacant space inside the barrel adjacent to the drop tube forms a reservoir to hold molten metal. When the barrel unit is submerged into a pot of molten metal, the alloy enters the nozzle and flows up the drop tube, thereby filling the interior of the barrel.

Abstract: A convenient, easily operated bullet jacketing machine for the ammunition reloader. It is most commonly used to copper plate cast or swaged lead alloy bullet cores. All mechanical and electrical components necessary for the electroplating process (excluding power source) are assembled into or installed onto a carousel unit. Anodes and cathode holders (workpiece stations) are located in alternating sequence around the periphery of the carousel; each workpiece being accurately positioned between (but not touching) two anodes. The carousel unit is suspended in an electroconductive plating bath by a shaft passing through and fixed to its axis. This axial shaft also provides a means to pivot the carousel back and forth during operation, thereby agitating the plating bath around the anodes and cathodes.