As source for Bronze?

[Centaur]

Does anybody have a hood source for bronze barstock? I'm looking for guard size, about 3/8 x 3/4 or so. I tried K & G and Texas Knifemaking, but they don't sell bronze.

Also, what bronze alloys would be suitable? I've heard of phosphor bronze and naval bronze.

Thanksin advance!

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Glen AKA Centaur
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[kraut]

Hello
Check this forum date 13 Nov 2000. good info there. My best source is scrap yard. Much cheaper than anywhere else.
J.Z.

 

[Guy Thomas]

Try McMaster-Carr, they have all kinds of copper alloys as well as various steels. I bought 52100 from them in 1/2" and 3/4" rods. I do believe they carry silicon bronze which should work well for guards. For that matter they sell pure copper and tin if you want to make your own! -Guy T.

 

[DC KNIVES]

There is an outfit in Miami, FL. that sells some.It's called Small Parts Inc.The phone number is 1-305-557-8222.They only show 1/8" and 1/4" stock though.Hope this helps. Dave