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Unusual mail order places that you like...
January 31, 2019, 08:46 AM
Jim ShugartUnusual mail order places that you like...
I've got two:
Micro-Mark The Small Tool Specialists. They sell unusual tools and supplies primarily for model makers. Lots of cool stuff that would be difficult to find anywhere else.
American Science and Surplus. Magnets, lab glass, and almost anything else. I've wasted a lotta money over the years with these guys.
When a thing is funny, search it carefully for a hidden truth. - George Bernard Shaw
January 31, 2019, 09:27 AM
Jimbo54I'll play. This is a great site for unusual and hard to find tools and equipment.
https://www.zoro.com/?gclid=Cj...ALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.dsJim
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January 31, 2019, 10:09 AM
Spokane228Those sites are great! Science Surplus has “pens by the pound”.
January 31, 2019, 11:20 AM
zoom6zoomSadly, my favorite, Lindsay Publications, recently closed their doors. They specialized in reprints of many old mechanical manuals and such. And their catalogs were a hoot.
I have my own style of humor. I call it Snarkasm. January 31, 2019, 11:28 AM
dusty3030If you have timber land or land in general a source for all kinds of land management supplies.
January 31, 2019, 11:30 AM
olfuzzyI've ordered quite a few things from the first one you listed, Micro-Mark.
Another great one along the same lines if you like to tinker with wood.
https://cherrytreetoys.com/January 31, 2019, 11:38 AM
RogueJSKCounty Comm
https://countycomm.com/Handy tools, gadgets, and tactical/outdoors accessories.
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When in doubt, mumble January 31, 2019, 08:27 PM
wolfe 21^^^ Yeah, HJE is a favorite of mine as well.
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January 31, 2019, 09:55 PM
Jim ShugartHere's another one:
Townsends. These folks are dedicated to exploring life in 18th Century America. They've got lots of fascinating videos on YouTube.
When a thing is funny, search it carefully for a hidden truth. - George Bernard Shaw
January 31, 2019, 09:58 PM
sjtillWhat a great thread! I look forward eagerly to more posts.
Too bad about Garrett Wade, Whole Earth Access, many other sources for tools that went away or lost their luster.
For that matter, how about Allied, Lafayette, and other long-gone mail-order electronics catalogs?
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January 31, 2019, 10:21 PM
CliffDamn you guys!
My wallet is taking numerous hits after seeing this thread! And what's even worse? Harry J. Epstein is about 30 minutes away from me.
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January 31, 2019, 10:31 PM
Jim ShugartCliff -
Stay away from American Science and Surplus. They've got lots of shit that you don't need but will have to buy just because it's so cool.
When a thing is funny, search it carefully for a hidden truth. - George Bernard Shaw
January 31, 2019, 10:47 PM
Cliffquote:
Originally posted by Jim Shugart:
Cliff -
Stay away from American Science and Surplus. They've got lots of shit that you don't need but will have to buy just because it's so cool.
HA!
Great minds think alike. I have 4 dammit, 4 different types of magnifier's. 2 for the basement build bench, 2 for the garage bench. No more right? Then I see that steampunk style swing loupe in optics. Cool as shit. Don't need it..
"All great things are simple, and many can be expressed in single words: freedom, justice, honor, duty, mercy, hope."
--Sir Winston Churchill
"The world is filled with violence. Because criminals carry guns, we decent law-abiding citizens should also have guns. Otherwise they will win and the decent people will lose."
--James Earl Jones
January 31, 2019, 11:01 PM
bob rambergTM Technologies
https://www.tinmantech.comAll kinds of cool sheetmetal, fabricating and welding tools. Plus check out the pictures of car bodies that have been made from scratch.
Bob
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February 01, 2019, 05:13 AM
NHForesterquote:
Originally posted by dusty3030:
https://www.forestry-suppliers.com/If you have timber land or land in general a source for all kinds of land management supplies.
I’ll second this. Great customer service as well. Order from them several times a year.
February 01, 2019, 05:33 AM
mark123I think I better get a second job.
February 01, 2019, 05:56 AM
RinehartThe Nautilus Drydocks-
Has WWII, sci fi, American, German, British and various era large submarine models for radio control/diving or display.
The Nautilus DrydocksFebruary 01, 2019, 07:57 AM
El Cid 92Excellent source for coffee and machines. Personally, I use Lavazza Super Crema Espresso.
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