... and Hardi tells me that found a second local guy that does chain and has supplies-- both of the places we thought might have stuff (and our ex-helper insisted one did have stuff) had referrals, instead, that they were perfectly happy to pass along.
Gee. I wonder if e.h. was thinking I should not talk to Real Chainlink Installers who might beat his time? (Or I might learn to do it myself?)
Nah-- couldn't be THAT. ;~)
But I suspect I am NOT going to have to drive up to Home Depot myself (or pay someone to go get stuff). I bet the good people here are happy to help.