Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
May I ask where you bought the wire from? Wire is going to be my latest bonsai related purchase.
What’s your latest Bonsai related purchase?
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Japonicus
Imperial Masterpiece
May I ask where you bought the wire from? Wire is going to be my latest bonsai related purchase.
Japonicus
Imperial Masterpiece
I really like their dull black aluminum. Its not shiny. Do they carry annealed copper?
Japonicus
Imperial Masterpiece
Sorry I didn't see your post till after.
Here's a comparison of American Bonsai & Adams prices
I go with Jeremiah
Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
I've been using Julian's, now Jeremiah's wire for years, its good stuff
Michigan Tree Murderer
Masterpiece
Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
Keep in mind, the place we posted is for copper wire. They don't sell aluminum I don't think.
I got aluminum from American Bonsai Co when they had a sale at couple of months back.
Michigan Tree Murderer
Masterpiece
Sweet! Thanks. I remembered seeing a thread about this but the new search engine wasn't being kind to my searches.
Michigan Tree Murderer
Masterpiece
Got it. And if I remember correctly. Aluminum wire is better when used for deciduous species, while the harder copper wire is best for conifers and pines.
Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
Yes, that is correct. Aluminum is softer for the thinner, softer bark of deciduous trees. Copper has better holding power for bendy pines and junipers
Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
Just bought a copy of The Art of Flowering Bonsai by Peter Adam's I found online for a reasonable price.
Michigan Tree Murderer
Masterpiece
I ended up buying the Introductory Special: 1 each #'s 8,10,12,14,16,18,& 20. Jeremiah have an account on here? He replied super fast to my email, which was nice.
Jeremiah have an account on here? He replied super fast to my email, which was nice.
Japonicus
Imperial Masterpiece
Not so fast. Generally yes but with juniper, when the going gets fine I switch to aluminum at the 16 or 18 guage. Then too there's times I've used copper on JM on a particular branch here n there because it just holds better.
Japonicus
Imperial Masterpiece
Next time just get the sizes you use most and the intro pkg leaves some sizes on either end of your most used. I never use #20 rarely do I use #18 since I prefer aluminum application at that size. Removal is easier for aluminum in such thin skinned foliage areas too.I ended up buying the Introductory Special: 1 each #'s 8,10,12,14,16,18,& 20.
Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
The intro package is a good first purchase of copper wire until you figure out what you use/need most.
I don't use 20 often, but I have used it.
I use 8 mostly on newer trees that need larger branches bent but don't use it so much anymore.
Michigan Tree Murderer
Masterpiece
I thought of that but just a year ago I never thought I'd need anything bigger than #14, the #18 & #20 may sit around for awhile, but I have it if I need it.
ShadyStump
Imperial Masterpiece
Copper gets harder as it's worked, leading to a stronger hold. Aluminum does not, it stays the same hardness.
Use copper if you want a strong, solid hold to the shape. Aluminum if it's not necessary, or you feel you may make adjustments in the future.
The only real reasons for different wires for different applications are price and appearance. Use what you have, and/or what you need.
Frozentreehugger
Masterpiece
I really like that book . Just re checked out the Cottoneaster section after purchasing one on the weekend .
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