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Hi Nick,
Smith and Co. is not exactly the kind of organization that is big into ecommerce. They're a tiny, tiny shop in Redditch, and I doubt they have a computer on the premises, unless it is coal-fired, with an isinglass monitor screen. But they do make mighty fine palms. As has been noted, there is quite the range of grades, but the worst is far better than anything you'll find at West. Just get the best grade you can afford. The Wooden Boat Foundation is a good source. Or you could contact Des Pawson at Footrope Knots, and beg him to drop by Redditch to high-grade a palm for you. It'll cost more, but you'll get a good story out of it.
Fair leads,
Brion Toss
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