Stephen Perry wrote: Duane
Your talking in newspaper generalities that most know about scrap. I don't mind your questions but one at a time is better for me to respond to, kinda like Howard Cossel would be fine.
Ah no, I am speaking about real instances of where scrap dealers are being paid a heck of a lot more by refiners and refusing to sell back to the public. Now these may not be Nation wide shortages, but they certainly do mean that the average shooter is at a disadvantage when it comes to being able to pursue his casting hobby.
I do not stand and watch them load the boats and do have to rely upon the media no matter how inaccurate or slanted it might be. But I also have looked to see who the biggest scrap metal buyers are, and at THAT TIME, the leader was China.
As to the additional questions (more than one at a time) I am sorry, but no one else seems to object. When a statement is made that is confusing, it is nice to get it clarified as soon as possible. We do happen to have an international membership. I have free time early and late in the day. So I am able to spend a lot of time on the various forums and lists.
I make an effort to post a PM if I believe that my questions or critical comments might make a member uncomfortable. You personally have seen that in the past. It is a nice practice to follow. It makes it much easier to clear up any potential misunderstandings. And it has kept me from looking the fool. Worth trying. Duane