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  1. darrin1200

    Announcing the 2025 Ontario Meetup April 26 in Aylmer

    It’s just not going to work for me this year. I should make the one in Ottawa though. I hope everyone has a great time.
  2. darrin1200

    Supplies Sourcing a special Tap and Die in Canada

    Well, I just got off the phone with Taylor. Very friendly, unfortunately though, they can’t deal directly with me. I have to go through one of their distributors. Luckily, Levac is one, and we have a shop in town. So I guess I’ll have to go chat with them. I have a sneaking suspicion though...
  3. darrin1200

    Supplies Sourcing a special Tap and Die in Canada

    Morning guys. Before we start, I am still learning single point threading, and it just won’t fit into my workflow right now. I use a 13x0.8mm Triple start tap and die for most of my pen models. They are used for the cap to body thread, to get a secure fit with minimal turns to remove...
  4. darrin1200

    Ottawa area BBQ and Swap Meet August 30, 2025, 11am to 3pm

    I will absolutely attend. It’s looking like I won’t be attending Aylmer.
  5. darrin1200

    Announcing the 2025 Ontario Meetup April 26 in Aylmer

    It’s not looking good for me to attend, but I will keep my fingers crossed.
  6. darrin1200

    Bracelet

    Same technique used for fishing poles.
  7. darrin1200

    Canadian pen supplies

    McMaster is about 30% more than OLM. Thyssenkrupp Doesn’t appear to carry the 510 in Canada. I still would prefer buying, at least, from a Canadian supplier if I can.
  8. darrin1200

    Canadian pen supplies

    The jewellery suppliers are, unfortunately, usually very expensive, and limited. I usually order my jewelry tools from Lacy, or Gesswein. I am going to contact NewWest on Monday.
  9. darrin1200

    Canadian pen supplies

    I haven’t been to Cardon in a while. I used to stop in when we would have our Sunday woodworker breakfasts in Carlton Place. I did a quick site search but found nothing. I think I did buys some brass there before. I find them great for those one off surprise buys, not so much for regular supplier.
  10. darrin1200

    Canadian pen supplies

    I usually try to wait and order a few things at a time as well. right now I am working on a new design project that needs 1/4” round stock. Yes. I am using the 510-H04. It is what was recommended to me for machineability and the durability of the shine. Slower tarnishing. It’s also available in...
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