this was the response on facebook to somebody who voiced the same interest as I did some time back

Jeffs Jewellery
Hi is it possible to purchase the radial abrasive discs (999 1974) without the shanks as we already have about 10 shanks but go through the discs quite quickly and obviously it would be a lot cheaper just to order replacement discs, thanks again jeff
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Cookson Gold Hi Jeff, we don't offer the discs without the shanks however, have you thought about buying the radial disc kit which comes with 6 of each grade for £10? It's here: http://www.cooksongold.com/Jewellery...rcode-999-1967

Radial Disc Kit 6 Each, 3 Grades + 3 Mandrels
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This radial bristle discs kit contains 3 disc grades: Yellow - removal of fire s...
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Cornelius McCallum ummm no not a good enough response we know about the kits but would like to buy the discs on their own sans mandrels as I have mentioned on the forum but got no response. The mandrels do not wear out the discs do. What is the point of offering eco silver and wasting resources on unwanted steel it makes no sense.
27 minutes ago · Like
Cornelius McCallum and as a by the by other firms do offer them on their own so it can be done and would you not rather that we as loyal customers got them from you in our order than seeking them elsewhere.
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forgive the formatting but it was not easy to lift as was.

Please Cookson don't try to waffle us with crap, if you can't be bothered just say so, :0)