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Originally Posted by HW223
Silicosis is from long term exposure , unlikely you’ll get that from filling your sand bag , common sense rules , if you don’t have
that you probably should not be around firearms any way .
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Almost every local business that sells aggregate or sand based product was unfamiliar with zircon or chromite sand -
I contacted many. Unfortunately , many of them weren't able to tell me about a similar use product either.
I am not an expert on sandbags or bench rest -
a novice. That is why I am on this forum - to learn more
I learned recently, one clearly needs to be careful with silica sand, when transferring it from a 50lb bag. Common sense rules when filling a sand bag from a 50lb bag - a dust cloud should be avoided. Use a small cup and then pour it slowly into a funnel.
It is too bad there isn't a local supplier for zircon or chromate sand. Many could benefit from a solid rear bag instead of using a far less superior filler.
Not very surprised by your criticism, actually expecting one or more comments like yours -
wasn't born yesterday.
Acute (short term) / chronic (10 to 30 years) / accelerated (high level exposure) silicosis -
you may want to read up on that.
