brianbrazealblacksmith

if you want 4140 go to a place that makes suspension parts, they usually have between 3/4" to 2" round stock and 1/8" increments in between. they have drops ranging from 2" to 2' long. if they haven't been forged you can cut them with a saw. if the shop is a working shop they should have dumpster loads each week and you should be able to get it at scrap price or trade for it as i usually do. if you want 5160 go to a spring shop that is forging springs and do the same. If anyone knows where you can get 1045 in 1" to 3" round or square, let me know. or what shops are making things from 1045.
brian

I read your blog and wanted to say thanks for complementing my anvil. Nice site.
Brian Brazeal
brazealbrothers@yahoo.com