I promise.... I won't mention the use of mercury in doing an absolutely perfect job of cleaning out lead from a barrel. I won't say a word about how mercury amalgamates (bonds) with lead and causes it to dissipate in just a few minutes.
This not said... Mercury is a dangerous element, and can cause health concerns if not handled properly. Since most people would not know how to handle it properly, I will not suggest its use to clear lead from a barrel, even if it was in common use as little as 30 years ago.
Just "not" sayin'
Michael
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