Cheap source of 3/16" flat copper rivets and washers?

[tombear]

I've had no joy on eBay , they have them but all seam rather steep price wise, looking for 3/16 by 1/2" stem flat copper rivets and washers for leather work. I've had no problem getting reasonable priced 1/8 and 1/16 ones but for some reason there seams to be a huge jump in orice for the next size up, more than the increase in weight of metal would merit.

Anybody recommend a good value seller?

ATB

Tom

 

[Stevie777]

like these... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50-Solid-...2793154?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368#shpCntId

 

[tombear]

More like these

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Copper-sa...hash=item419e98a317:m:mlCPobHHsccMiLaPymTPNDg

but ideally a lot cheaper!

atb

Tom

Actually I/2 inch would do me fine.

 

[jimfbte]

In the US I have purchased 3/16" X 1/2" long copper rivets from Crazy Crow, an online store catering to Native American wares and crafts. a 4oz package has about 40 rivets and burrs (washers) for $8.55 USD Plus shipping.

http://www.crazycrow.com/mm5/mercha...arch_Begin_Only=&sort=&range_low=&range_high=

 

[tombear]

Now that's more like it, thanks! I got my brass trade kettle from Crazy Crow several years back but it never occurred to get rivets from them. I'll see if there's anyone doing them in the UK as cheap, to see if I can save on postage like, before I commit funds.

ATB

Tom

 

[Robson Valley]

I suggest that you find your local farrier or somebody who does tack and harness work.
All I can get is about 1/2" diameter heads so I chuck those in my drill and let them ride on a coarse file for anything smaller.
Trim with bolt cutters for shorter shanks BUT, then the end isn't tapered and the washer won't fit if you need it.