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   UncleDunc | Dec 18, 2002 12:19am | #1

   I'd probably consider copying the original hinge. Maybe put bushings in the holes made of teak or lignum vitae or cocobolo or something of that nature. Maybe black Delrin?

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   jbernard0812 | Dec 18, 2002 02:00am | #2

   Thanks.  I was leaning more toward a plastic bushing and had not considered lignum vitae or another wood.  The original table is mahogany.  I made the reproduction in white oak (to match the owners furniture).  My fear is that if I just use a steel hinge pin, the iron will bleed into the oak grain as it oxidizes over time. 

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   johnhardy | Dec 18, 2002 02:59am | #3

   I don't have my Maloof book in front of me, but I think he used a brass rod for some of his hinges. That metal might have less of the problem you're anticipating.

   John

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   user-274461 | Dec 18, 2002 08:53pm | #4

   Don't be afraid to try and make your own hardward.  You would be surpised what you can do with a hacksaw, a few files and some basic flat stock and round bar.  A propane torch may also come in handy if you have to do any bending.  Good luck.

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   jbernard0812 | Dec 18, 2002 09:19pm | #5

   Thanks.  I am going to do it myself with a couple of hinge pins, a hacksaw, and a few plastic (hopefully UHMW) bushings.