Brass miniature semi-tubular rivets

[g-guage_trains]

Hello All, I have been repairing my handcar handle and I want a small rivet. Can someone tell me a source for brass miniature semi-tubular rivets, not 100's?
Thanks, alanrr

[Barry BBT]

Alan,

Check with Micro fasteners and Special Shapes (they ship for K & S).

How small a rivet?  You might be able to make one out of brass or aluminum rod.  Flaten one end to make a head, clip it off at length and start to flatten the other end to close it (or kust flatten it so it stays in place.

Barry

[Barry BBT]

If it has to be a tube, start with a piece of brass or aluminum tubing, even easier, just flare the ends.

Barry