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   gpwestmoreland | May 29, 2000 06:52am | #1

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   Bill,

   Looking in my Woodworker's Hardware Catalog, I find no slotted black screws, but a very limited selection of pan-head Phillip's head; largest size offered is #6 X 3/4". Assume you can't use black drywall screws? If you're interested, web site is http://www.wwhardware.com. GP.

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   Bill_F. | May 29, 2000 07:20am | #2

   *GP, As a matter of fact, 6 x 3/4 pan head in Phillips is just one of the sizes I'm looking for. I'm also looking for the same screw but in a no. 8. I can't use the drywall. Much thanks for your help. Bill

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   Bill_Watts | May 30, 2000 03:09am | #3

   *Bill F. You can use an ordinary bright plated screw that can be purchased anywhere. File the plating off the screw head and part of the shank, then heat the screw with a torch and it will turn a beautiful antique black color. The filing also creates flats and file marks the contribute to the antique effect. I read this tip in Thomas loser's book on shaker furniture and used it on several projects. I like it.Bill

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   Bill_F. | May 31, 2000 06:13am | #4

   *Bill, Thanks for the good tip. Bill F.

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   John_Nolte | Jun 02, 2000 11:41pm | #5

   *Bill & Bill:To make lots of blued screws quickly, I strip the zinc plating with muriatic acid (about 5 seconds or until the bubbles stop); rinse in cold water; heat in an oven in a ceramic or pyrex container to about 570 degrees; quench in oil to stop the process.John

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   Bill_F. | Jun 03, 2000 08:19am | #6

   *John, Yours is a good tip for me to file away for future projects. Thanks. Bill F.