Karl Townsend wrote:

I would probably just use 1144 ASTM A311 in as-is condition.

AKA, stressproof. Good stuff Maynard.

But for what you're doing the steel in your scrap bin would last many
years.

Karl

I don't have a suitable bar in my scrap bin so I have to order from my
supplier anyway. May as well get the good stuff.