{"product_id":"feeler-gauge-spring-steel","title":"Feeler Gauge Spring Steel – Soft Flex Spring Material (Made in USA)","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eSofter hit. Smoother feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLucky Supply Feeler Gauge Spring Steel is used as an alternative spring material for tattoo machine building. Compared to traditional blue steel spring stock, this material offers more flexibility and “give,” resulting in a lighter, smoother machine response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for artists and builders looking to fine-tune their machines for delicate work, soft shading, or graywash setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for control. Designed for feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Builders Use It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all springs should hit the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeler gauge steel allows you to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoften machine impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease flexibility in your setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAchieve smoother shading performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiment with different machine responses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen blue steel hits too hard—this is your solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e More flexible with increased “give”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lighter, smoother, less aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResponse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for controlled, delicate work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaders, soft black \u0026amp; gray, fine tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Steel vs. Feeler Gauge Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeler Gauge Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSofter flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother hit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasier to bend and shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess fatigue resistance (may take a set over time)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Steel Spring Stock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStiffer, more rigid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarder, more aggressive hit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds shape longer under stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse blue steel when you need power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse feeler gauge steel when you need finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Spring Steel Material – Increased bend and responsiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth Performance – Ideal for softer machine tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to Work With – Cuts and shapes with less resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Blade Gauge Format – Multiple thickness options in one set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilder-Focused Tool Material – Designed for spring fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Flexible Spring Steel (Feeler Gauge Steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Multi-blade strip set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness Range: Varies by blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: Tattoo machine spring fabrication and tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t about replacing blue steel—it’s about expanding your toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse feeler gauge steel to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild softer-running machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-tune hit without changing geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiment with spring tension and response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate specialized shading setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Setup (Recommended Tools)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to turn spring material into a finished setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Lucky's Custom Spring Punch Tool\" href=\"https:\/\/luckysupplyusa.com\/products\/luckys-custom-spring-punch-tool\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLucky’s Custom Spring Punch Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Clean, precise mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tin Snips\" href=\"https:\/\/luckysupplyusa.com\/products\/tin-snips\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTin Snips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Cut material to length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Needle Files Set (Set of 5)\" href=\"https:\/\/luckysupplyusa.com\/products\/needle-files-set-set-of-5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNeedle Files Set (Set of 5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Detail shaping and finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Flat Medium Cut File\" href=\"https:\/\/luckysupplyusa.com\/products\/flat-medium-cut-file\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Medium Cut File\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Smooth edges and refine cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Lucky Supply Spring Roller\" href=\"https:\/\/luckysupplyusa.com\/products\/lucky-supply-spring-roller\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLucky Supply Spring Roller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Consistent bends and curvature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this used the same way as spring stock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. It is cut, shaped, and installed just like traditional spring stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What’s the main difference from blue steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Feeler gauge steel is more flexible and produces a softer, smoother hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it as durable as blue steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. It has less fatigue resistance and may take a set over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Shaders, soft black \u0026amp; gray work, and machines requiring a lighter hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where is this made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This product is made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with feeler gauge steel for softer setups, then switch to blue steel if you need more punch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in the finest 304 stainless steel and C1095 high carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial is ground then polished to meet exacting tolerances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2\" W x 12\" Long x .018 gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel available in .15 in 1\/2\" and 3\/8\" Width in individual 1\" length cut strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maudlin \u0026 Son Mfg Co, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"18 Gauge Stainless Steel Feeler Gauge","offer_id":35810739355814,"sku":"SSFG","price":7.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18 Gauge Steel Feeler Gauge","offer_id":35810739388582,"sku":"STFG","price":2.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gauge 3\/8 Inch Stainless Steel Feeler Gauge","offer_id":43185040490662,"sku":"SS3B","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gauge 1\/2 Inch Stainless Steel Feeler Gauge","offer_id":43185052483750,"sku":"SS3A","price":4.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/0583\/8469\/files\/Feeler_Gauge_-_Made_in_USA_2026.jpg?v=1776719612","url":"https:\/\/luckysupplyusa.com\/products\/feeler-gauge-spring-steel","provider":"LuckySupplyUSA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}