Bob , Chris, my two cents on delrin a.k.a.; acetal,celcon,POM,.........Bic lighter bodies are delrin.......excellent machinablity,good electrical properties , 1/10 the H2O absorption of 6 and 6/6 nylons.......... beware! black (usually) = carbon natural white is preferable.... I have tons more info if needed..... feeds and speeds ..... and the like. e-mailable. Robert