Fastenal is almost exactly as the name implies, fasters. They carry
every nut and bolt you can think of and usually have it on the shelf
and they are a manufacturer as well and can make things to your specs,
with a certain amount of lead time I'm sure. I didn't work for them, I
spent ten years at Grainger, not the place IMO to gor for fasteners,
unless it is anchors (RedHeads, ect..) It is almost like it is made to
seem like it wasnt worth the time to persue it, IMO. Not to mention
they only sold in "bulk" qty, which could be anywhere from 10-25 for a
very large bolt, to 500 for smaller ones. Fastenal, though, keeps it
think and carries very little inventory in stock, but can usually, as
most of the suppliers ship it to you or will call it for you for the
next day.

As I said. I spent 10 years in supply and have a vast amount of
experience I can help with. Please throw your questions, comments and
experices my way. I have decided not to continue my career in MRO
(Maint, Repair, and Operating, Supplies). But in moving on, I have an
insiders point of view I would be happy to share with customers that
maybe you guys have questions on. I can't share any sensitive info,
but maybe I can help. So please keep the post going.

I loved to help my customers and maybe I just can't let go, LOL.

Having a hard time locating something? Post it here and let me see
if I can help you!

Thank you for the kind words!

J Jamez