Springs for box calls

[wscrst]

I apologize if this has been discussed before, but it is hard to search for the springy kind of spring when Spring gobbler season looms.  My question:  aside from on line (with very high shipping), where can I procure the 3/8" springs needed to make my own box call?  Nothing at lowes today.  Thanks for any info.

[ol bob]

Jerry White  Dads Custom Calls

[callmakerman]

Jerry White  Dads Custom Calls

Cant beat Jerry's springs and if your going to Nashville he will have some there in his booth.

[SS Calls]

 Jerry is hard to beat! His Spring are however 1/2", which is what most guys use.

[TRKYHTR]

Yes Dad White has them 1/2".

Joe

[wscrst]

So I found some springs at ACE hardware.  Can someone give me an idea of how long a spring should be cut?  I am guessing that this depends on the thickness of the material and that I will end up doing a little trial and error.  However, a head start cannot hurt.  Thanks for any info.

[Kevin6Q]

The conical springs used for bicycle quick release skewers work great too.

[SS Calls]

 You probably need around an inch long spring. Main thing is you don't want those really stiff springs.