hmmm, after some more searching with different keywords i did come across some hobby sites that sold chain but the prices were similar. I was about to stop looking when i saw a link on the third page of search results. . . can you believe it ? i actually went beyond the first page !!

I saw a link to Etsy. A site to sell handmade, vintage, and craft items. And i found it !!! different sizes too from 1mm length chain links to 5+ mm. And it's much more affordable. Apparently its for making costume jewelry. I guess i should have thought of that before
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. Now i'm gonna go check Michael's Craft Store.
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