Silmar 41

[Fibonacci]

I want to try casting as I just got a large supply of peacock feathers. Looking at the various bits of info, I think Silmar 41 is the material I want to try first.

Any recommendations on the best place to get it? From my own research, I am leaning toward US Composites, but I would prefer to support an IAP vendor if they have it at a reasonable price.

 

[woodgraver]

I ordered mine from US Composites, I like the fact that they deal in volume so you probably aren't getting a product that has a reduced shelf life from it's time in the warehouse. They are really fast at shipping too.

 

[navycop]

http://www.penturners.org/forum/showthread.php?t=64781&highlight=silmar41
Try this.

 

[Brooks803]

I'd definitely stick with US composites. If you're looking into feather casting you'd be best off using a tube casting mold. There are a couple different members here that sell these kind.

 

[Fibonacci]

I was going to look up the guy with the resinsavers molds. Those seem to get good reviews and I would like to minimize the cost of my mistakes.

 

[PenMan1]

Silmar 41 is what I use. It might be worth a PM to JohnU. When I make peacock blanks in S41, they turn really dark. John's look much better. He might be able to help you make 'em look better.