Has anyone tried using those cheap wax rings from hardware store ( usually sell for about $1.50 each ) made for sealing toilet bowl on it's base flange, or are they not made of beeswax??? It's been hard to find real beeswax around here. Just a thought.... after doing some renovation work it occured to me they could be a source of wax. Thanks for replies....Bob. :thumbsup:
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I had some older ones that were true beeswax. Newer ones are some kind of tacky goo that does not work at all (but they make great dubbing wax for tying flies. A 10,000 year supply in one ring).
I get my wax through the mail from www.beeswaxfrombeekeepers.com and it is choice stuff.
I had some older ones that were true beeswax. Newer ones are some kind of tacky goo that does not work at all (but they make great dubbing wax for tying flies. A 10,000 year supply in one ring).
I get my wax through the mail from www.beeswaxfrombeekeepers.com and it is choice stuff.
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Try Hobby Lobby if you have one in your area {or on internet @ www.hobbylobby.com serach beeswax} comes in 1lb. blocks kinda pricey $11.00 a lb. they do have it in stock!! :m2c: :redthumb:
B.W.F.B. works out to $6/lb incl S&H if you buy three lbs at a time (as I do).
I use it as lube base, casting flux, leather waterproofing, metal protectant (keeps an in-the-white gun white), wood sealant, antler & horn dressing (knives & measures), thread dressing for leather work, rope whipping & sewing, powderhorn sealant, etc., etc.
It's like Colonial WD-40!
I use it as lube base, casting flux, leather waterproofing, metal protectant (keeps an in-the-white gun white), wood sealant, antler & horn dressing (knives & measures), thread dressing for leather work, rope whipping & sewing, powderhorn sealant, etc., etc.
It's like Colonial WD-40!
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My local beekeeper is only to happy to give it away.
I found some at a Jo-Ann's Fabrics store, which is a nationwide sewing and craft center store. My wife has a business called Soft in the Head. She makes soft sculpture dolls and spends way too much time and money in there.
I found it with the candle making supplies. Was very expensive, about $12.99 for a pound if I remember correctly. Then found out there is a place about 30 miles from here that sells it for $3 a pound. Since I need the beeswax to make candles for Rev War reenactments, I expect I'll be making a trip there shortly.
I found it with the candle making supplies. Was very expensive, about $12.99 for a pound if I remember correctly. Then found out there is a place about 30 miles from here that sells it for $3 a pound. Since I need the beeswax to make candles for Rev War reenactments, I expect I'll be making a trip there shortly.
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And what does she say about you gun hobby and reenactment costs? :crackup: :crackup: :crackup: :crackup: :crackup:
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The real trick is that she makes money from spending money there. I haven't figured out how to do that yet with my gun and reenactment hobby.....but I'm working on it.
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being a plumber i can tell you the wax rings today are petrolium based and not worth a[url] d...in[/url] muzzle loaders(if you ever got some on your new carpet you'll know exactly what i mean). :redface: :curse:
you can get bees wax at any hobby lobby or michaels in their candle makeing section
you can get bees wax at any hobby lobby or michaels in their candle makeing section
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I got mine from a company called Stakich. They have deals on the "big internet auction site" that everybody talks about. They also sell through their website. They were the best deal I could find at the time I was looking.
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I was gonna tell you that I used earwax but I don't think you would believe it. Bees wax is 6-8 bucks a lb in maine I mix 60% bear oil with 40% bees wax. I call it Nit Wit lube great stuff.If folks can find bw for free or 3.00 a lb. scoff all you can. You can make some good money. Come to Maine kill a bear render down the fat while on your trip, mix with wax. Sell your lube which is all natural and can be used for great hand cream and you end up with a frreee hunt. I'm a genious, why do my friends call me
NIT WIT :redthumb:
NIT WIT :redthumb:
Robert,
Try [email protected].
very nice people and very reasonable prices.
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also [email protected]
Try [email protected].
very nice people and very reasonable prices.
snake-eyes
eace: :thumbsup:also [email protected]
Yeah, they've changed the formula for toilet gaskets. No longer real beeswax.
My earlier post, "How to best use a cap and ball revolver" advised to buy toilet seals as a source for beeswax. Now, I have to advise against it.
I get my beeswax at Renaissance Fairs, Mountain Man Rendezvous and the occasional craft and hobby store. The best deals I've found were at Mountain Man Rendezvous.
There are numerous sites on the internet that sell it. Thanks to all of you above who provided those links.
Your local County Extension Agent may be able to tell you who rides herd on bees in your area (look for the guy with teenie-tiny branding irons! :: ).
You may also find beekeepers listed in the Yellow Pages, under Apiary or Beekeepers. Give them a call, you may be able to purchase beeswax at a competitive price directly from the apiarist.
I've found it far more difficult to find mutton tallow, for my favorite bullet, patch and felt wad lubricant recipe. The only source I've found for mutton tallow is Dixie Gun Works, at $3.50 for 6 to 8-ounce tub.
Most craft and hobby shops have beeswax, but as has been noted it is typically very expensive.
Real beeswax is marvelous stuff. When heavily filtered, it has a goldenish glow to it. It also smells faintly of honey.
My earlier post, "How to best use a cap and ball revolver" advised to buy toilet seals as a source for beeswax. Now, I have to advise against it.
I get my beeswax at Renaissance Fairs, Mountain Man Rendezvous and the occasional craft and hobby store. The best deals I've found were at Mountain Man Rendezvous.
There are numerous sites on the internet that sell it. Thanks to all of you above who provided those links.
Your local County Extension Agent may be able to tell you who rides herd on bees in your area (look for the guy with teenie-tiny branding irons! :: ).
You may also find beekeepers listed in the Yellow Pages, under Apiary or Beekeepers. Give them a call, you may be able to purchase beeswax at a competitive price directly from the apiarist.
I've found it far more difficult to find mutton tallow, for my favorite bullet, patch and felt wad lubricant recipe. The only source I've found for mutton tallow is Dixie Gun Works, at $3.50 for 6 to 8-ounce tub.
Most craft and hobby shops have beeswax, but as has been noted it is typically very expensive.
Real beeswax is marvelous stuff. When heavily filtered, it has a goldenish glow to it. It also smells faintly of honey.
I buy bee's wax by the pound at my local farmers market 4oz last cost me a dollar.On the other hand just accross the isle the elk jerky was 12.95 a pound. Two pounds of jerky and 4 oz of wax....well economics are not my strong suit.
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