MIL-HDBK-1265, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE HANDBOOK: RADIOGRAPHIC INSPECTION, CLASSIFICATION AND SOUNDNESS REQUIREMENTS FOR STEEL CASTINGS (19 AUG 1998) [SUPERSEDING MIL-STD-1265A]., This handbook prescribes the requirements for the classification and soundness of steel castings exclusive of weld repair. This handbook supplements detail casting specifications when specified. This handbook is for guidance only. This handbook cannot be cited as a requirement. If it is, the contractor does not have to comply.