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Lead, historically, was used for this purpose. It is relatively cheap and heavy, and does not rust as does iron. Of course, there are a variety of dense metals that would work.

The lead weight is sometimes attached to a bronze pin. Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin, used for its resistance to the corrosive effects of water and salt water.

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