Members Stetson912 Posted March 19, 2022 Members Report Posted March 19, 2022 Thanks, that's how I figured in doing it. Gomph hackbarth used to sell a 1018 steel stamp set. And old saddlers would make them from nails. If I try mild steel I'll have to just be extra careful haha Quote
Members Leescustomleather Posted March 20, 2022 Members Report Posted March 20, 2022 11 hours ago, Stetson912 said: What do you use for stock? I picked up some stainless steel hex bolts and while I can work then they do seem tougher to work. I wouldn't mind 1018 or other similar mild steel. I thought about galvanized hex bolts and removing the coating somehow I have used steel from many sources, If I want a particular length or dimension I will usually just get it from a metal supplier online. Also local scrap yards are a great place to look , and a couple of my local hardware stores carry mild steel in various sizes and shapes. The major advantage of buying online is you get exactly what you want and for $20 or $30 you will have enough for a lifetime supply of tools Quote
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