We "scroungers" are always on the alert for shop items and this problem of
hardware storage is a common need. It make take a little patience, but
fantastic storage bins are discarded very often by auto parts stores and
hardware departments when they change lines of brass fittings, plumbing
supplies, and hardware. I was given a 100 drawer "Imperial Brass Fittings"
stand-up bin system merely because the auto parts store had a new supplier.
Unsolicited advice:
When you stock your bolts, seek out a supplier who will sell you bolts by
the pound . . often farm supply stores offer this system which allows good
pricing. Also, don't buy anything less than grade 5 fasteners . . they
cost a few cents more but they'll keep you from ever being tempted to use a
cheap bolt in a critical application.
Tony
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