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For non-modeling topics and those without a home elsewhere.
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Looking for Stock Metal Source
retiredyank

Member Since: June 29, 2009
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Posted: Thursday, September 12, 2013 - 10:06 AM UTC
I have a few projects lined up, for my mill and lathe.  Where do you suggest I purchase metal stock?  I need pieces that are ~2.5" diameter by ~1.5 long.  I prefer steel or similarly hard stock.
Posted: Thursday, September 12, 2013 - 07:35 PM UTC
retiredyank

Member Since: June 29, 2009
entire network: 11,610 Posts
KitMaker Network: 3,657 Posts

Posted: Friday, September 13, 2013 - 10:46 AM UTC
Not quite what I was looking for, as I am not mobile.  However, I have located an online retailer.
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