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@@ -21,6 +21,8 @@ good grain after saw / knife kerfs.
 
 ## Formula ##
 
+Since we need 177 grams, let's make 200 grams of propellant in this batch.
+
 * 65% Potassium Nitrate        (130g)
 * 35% Sorbitol (70g)
 * 1% Red Iron Oxide, added post-melt (2g)
@@ -58,3 +60,14 @@ actually.
 
 About 4 hours later, the card stock was pulled off the test strand, which
 proved to still be a bit on the pliable and "tacky" surface side.
+
+## Observations ##
+
+After casting, further reading on Nakka's site indicates initial melt is
+at about 91C, or 196F.  Fully melted at 125C, or 257F.  Discoloration at
+175C, or 347F.
+
+Nakka says wait 24 hours before trying to pull the core rod.  The propellant 
+will remain pliable after cooling, thus can be deformed if handled sooner. 
+
+