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« on: November 07, 2010, 11:33:57 AM »
  Hey i know we have a wonderful list of suppliers but i am looking at building 4 matching limber boxes for mortars. and I am looking for 24''x36''  sheets of copper for the and the angle iron for the sides.  but i am not sure where i should get them. and good looking lock plates for the front.

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Re: building supplies
« Reply #2 on: November 07, 2010, 01:49:19 PM »
thats a good price. compared to what i was looking at thanks,  most people use 1/8 in angle iron for the edge guards right?? I am going to get the wood next week. and hope it doesnt rain so i can get the boxes  together and in the barn.


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« Reply #3 on: November 07, 2010, 03:50:02 PM »
I get my copper from a roofing supply company and sheet metal from some one who bends metal.
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« Reply #4 on: November 09, 2010, 03:04:43 AM »
I also get copper nails from a roofing supply company.  You buy them by the pound.
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Re: building supplies
« Reply #5 on: November 12, 2010, 01:37:00 PM »
http://www.ohiotravelbag.com/  has lots of "trunk" hardware that you might be interested in... hinges, locks, etc.

They are wholesale only, but I have an account and can get stuff to you at my cost.

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Re: building supplies
« Reply #6 on: November 15, 2010, 12:35:58 PM »
I use onlinemetals quite often and they are very good. An interesting selection of materials and they specialize in small quantities. I am lucky enough to be able to stop at their will call and avoid shipping. beech