I need a source for plain steel #6 and #8 wood screws (oval head, slotted). Trying to fine them at Horrible Depot won't fly. Anyone have enough to sell me a few I'd be happy to accomodate that idea.
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WANTED screws?
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Also try Ace or True Value hardware stores. If all they have are the stainless or chromed ones they do take a cold blue or browning pretty well. Antique stores can also be a source, especially those selling furniture.
I’ve purchased slotted screws from TOTW that matched my needs for multiple projects.
Derek
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I get mine from our local Ace hardware they have a good selection.
Just go to a hardware store as said, any place that has the "drawers",
If they're plated just put a torch to'm, the plating burns off pretty easy.
If they're plated just put a torch to'm, the plating burns off pretty easy.
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Blacksmith Bolt And Rivet Supply. They have what you want. Look them up online.
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If you do that, do it outside with plenty of ventilation. The zinc fumes can kill you if you're not careful.
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Track has many, many slotted screws, ready for your type of finish.
Moe ziggley
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iI bought a file cabinet,,full of gun parts,,yup,,it has taken me 3 years to sift threw it and separate into bags..springs screws..hammers,,side plates,, double barrel parts,,some stocks,,barrels,,its was a car load ,,traded for a set of snap-on wrenchs,,i,m not sure where your mussel loading black powder line is,,mine was at flintlocks,,it moved to cap locks,,than to blackpowder guns in general,,which ran me up into early double barrels1915,sharps,trapdoors,the gun i missed at auction was the black powder change over to white where the barrel said black powder only,,ya ,,you know..i thought it was Spanish or Italian...nope its was American change over to white powder.lever action 45 70..kick my self for getting out at 380....so ,,talked enough..if ya need a part you cant find and i have its yours ,,no dealers,,been to a couple of supposed smiths..unhappy day everytime,,its easyer and more pleasant to deal with brothers,,so like i said if you need a part you cant find send me a pic for me to check my pile ..i,m not fast so if your in a rush do ebay,,jef
Moe ziggley
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so wat,, nobody needs a a double barrel part,,or a sw top break pistol part,,i,m old,,so ..its getting to where i dont care,,, so instead of steppin on it,,the trash bag is close,,,,trust me on this,,
TOTW has wood screws, all types and #s. Brian.
ebsails
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Just ordered from Blacksmithbolt. Great site, and prices.
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what length are you needing?
Celticstoneman
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My local Ace , A big one , only carries Phillips head. Thanks for the tip about burning off the plating.
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Bolt depot .com is a good seller as is lightingstainless on ebay they both carry many items not found at any of the big box or chain hardwares.
doubleset
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You might want to hold your breath while burning off plating. Or use a respirator. Often, those fumes are quite toxic (e.g., zinc). Besides, an easier way to remove at least a galvanized plating is just to stick them in a jar of white vinegar over night. A lot of people use muriatic acid, but vinegar has always worked well for me and is both cheap, easily available, safe, and easy to work with.
I agree that it's seriously annoying that "hardware" stores don't carry anywhere near a full range of hardware (especially screws in smaller sizes with hex, Torx, square, etc. heads).
