Subject:  Hinge SS wire properties
        Christopher.Zavatson@udlp.com wrote: Could you please elaborate on this.  What are the properties that could make the weld wire more brittle and unsuitable. . . . The drawing process can impart some brittleness, but this applies to all stainless wire unless it is anealed afterwards.
Chris Zavatson

Hi Chris,

This discussion took place back in 1985-7. I was not part
of that discussion, but was told to me by Rutan that this
was a possibility and that he wanted better quality control
using "know" metals. He was steadfast against using anything
that might / could / possibly create a problem of *any* sort.
That is why we have a certified metallurgical report with every kit. And I do believe the wire has been annealed.

Hope this helps.

Gary