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Subject: Re: Stainless Steel Bolt Snaps
Date: Sun, 4 Jul 1999 09:37:51 -0400
From: Jim Cobb <cobber@ci*.co*>
To: "Art Greenberg" <artg@ec*.ne*>, "Techdiver" <techdiver@aquanaut.com>
That's funny, I have MC SS snaps on all my gear and have yet to have a 
failure. When did you purchase them?

 Jim

Sender: Art Greenberg  Date: 7/3/99 8:08 AM

>Folks,
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>I've just replaced another large SS bolt snap on my rig. This one was on
>my primary reel, and I had just replaced that one a week ago! The total
>now, between my wife and myself since the start of this season, is six.
>All failed in the same way, the only way these could ever really fail -
>the spring gave up. And all of these snaps are less than a year old. We're
>diving in salt water.
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>I obtained all of the SS snaps I use, three sizes, from McMaster-Carr. So
>far, only the largest ones have failed, but they're the ones getting the
>most use at this time. I now need to order some to keep as spares (I
>figure its a sure bet more will fail). Before I place another order, I
>thought I'd see if any of you have a suggestion for an alternate source.
>
>Any input on this matter is appreciated.
>
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>Art Greenberg
>artg@ec*.ne*
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