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    Brad Walker
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    @brawa

    Locale: SoCal

    Hi all,

    I'm doing some bivy modifications and in the process want to replace a single-pull slider with a dual-pull slider. The zipper is coil-style and measures ~5.1 mm (0.2") across the coils when closed. I'm trying to figure out what # zipper pull to order.

    Per Seattle Fabrics (http://www.seattlefabrics.com/zippers.html#coil%20tape), I'd want a #5 since the coils are ~5mm across when closed.

    Per OWFinc (http://www.owfinc.com/Zippers/zippers1.asp), I have no idea (#4?).

    Can anyone confirm, deny, or hopefully clarify this information? Such a hassle for a <$1 item, I guess I could just order a bunch!

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    Steven Maxfield
    BPL Member

    @fredmax56

    Locale: New England

    Hi Brad,
    I just checked my #5 coil zipper and it is 5mm. How many double pulls do you need? I can send you a couple for free.
    Fred

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