collet, Mcmaster catalog debate

Thanks to everyone for the input on the collet I need to make. Special
thanks to Rich for the MSC part number & info; here's the response I got
from the Dallas branch of MSC:

"We have 6 of these in stock. They are 10.35 each. I will print a packing
slip so you will have 1 of them. Have a good day and thank you for the
inquiry!

-----Original Message-----
From: LEW BEST [mailto:bcl@...]
Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2001 12:24 AM
To: branchdal@...
Subject: emergency collet p/n 09744251 R8-1/16" hole import


Hi

I'll be in Dallas Friday afternoon; was wondering if you have one of these
emergency collet p/n 09744251 R8-1/16" hole import in stock? If so, I'll
plan on coming by to pick one up.

Thanks

Lew Best"

Sure reinforces my desire to do business with them as they appear to be
truly interested in helping the "little guy" as much as the "big guy."


Lew