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    Question shim stock

    Hi, I'm an absolute beginner to metalwork. I need some patient guidance for the use of shim stock if anybody knows how to use this stuff please. First, where can I get some most reasonably costing shim stock from? I just need A4 sized artwork by using shim stock. I need them to be thin enough to cut into a very delicate shapes with a craft knife but still retain the shape. Please help!:confused:

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    Not sure what you mean by shim stock. What sort of material do you want it in. Metal, Plastic, Cardboard etc.

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    A4 Size........Hmmm????

    I've seen it in Rolls about 150-200mm Wide
    In both Brass and Steel.
    From Very Very Very Thin to somewhere near 1/2 mm Thick [THIN]

    Good Scissors are OK for the Brass;
    Aviation Snips for the Steel
    Navvi

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    If you're after something soft, aluminium flashing could be the go.

    Available in rolls of various widths & thicknesses, at hardware or plumbing supplies.

    Small quantities of shim stock? Cut soft drink cans up.


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