(Of course, loose ball bearings are getting harder to find in high qualities.)
Not so Jan - loose balls are readily available from several suppliers in grade 25 (Campy quality) and we stock all sizes. Wheels Mfg is one outfit that supplies the suppliers. You can also buy ceramic ball$ if you have enough money. They are grade 3 or 5. Now if I could just find 11-ball BB retainers like Campy or Shimano I would be a happy camper. Not to be found from anyone these days that I know of. Only 9 ball retainers.
cheers
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