On Sat, 3 Apr 2010 18:49:25 -0600, blueman wrote
(in article ):

"Bill" writes:
"blueman" wrote in message
...
I need to refresh my wet-dry sandpaper supply for my Scarey-Sharp
sharpening system...

To do this I like to buy 3-5 sheets each of about 12 different grits of
sandpaper from 150 grit up to 3000.

Buying individual small packs is usually quite cost-prohibitive.

Any advice on sources that would sell a mixed pack of total say 36-100
sheets at an affordable price?

Thanks

I bought packages of five 9"x11" sheets of wet/dry silicon carbide paper,
ranging from 60 to 2000 for around $40 from

http://www.woodworkingshop.com/

Thanks for the reference...
As I look into this more, I realize that I have some more questions:
1. Is wet/dry silicon carbide the best abrasive material for
scarey-sharp sharpening and for fine polishing of finishes?

2. Is there a big difference in quality among brands? Or can I just buy
on price? Are there any brands that are to be recommended or to be
avoided?

Finally, there is a seller on ebay who will sell 50 sheets (in any combo
of grits up to 2500) for $32 including shipping. Assuming the quality
and reliability are good, this would be significantly cheaper than the
above link where 5 sheets go for an average about $4 before shipping. He
will also supply 3000 grit for a slightly higher price... The seller is
"Top-rated" if that means anything...

I've use this place over the years, their silicon carbide paper is quite good
with a paper that wont easily dry out and crack.

They also seem to offer 5-10% off every so often. I believe the SC paper is
of European origin.

-BR


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