Some basic metal info here. Metal Pictures, Types of Metal, isri etc.

What a great resource for a beginner. Thanks so much for putting this together! I do have a suggestion though - is it possible to change the thread title so that other rookies will be able to easily find it? I'm sure that just this one post could eliminate alot of unnecessary questions. Thanks again!

I missed this one the first time around. Learned something. Thanks.

Verrrrry helpful. One thing though, it's very confusing sometimes to see the different ways in which the different yards define #1 #2 copper and wire...from what research I've done, I kinda feel like I've been ripped off a few times. Do you take any special precautions to make sure you are getting the right price for the right material? Thanks again -- Aidan

i liked that ironmike metal price list, it's got just about everything you can think of on it

Thanks, these links were helpful.

Here's another one to add to the list:

TC 9-524 Chptr 2 Properties, Identification, and Heat Treatment of Metals Really nice break-down of the different grades of steel, including spark testing.

--Geoff

Really, very helpful links.

great info, thanks guys for all the hard work

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