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Post by snap on Feb 28, 2019 1:17:06 GMT
I have a little bit of scratching on two blades (6150 and 5160) after heavy cleaning with a plastic scourer. What methods and products can I use to buff them out?
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Post by pgandy on Feb 28, 2019 1:49:25 GMT
It depends for me, metal polish or sandpaper, generally it will be sandpaper. Be careful as either way it is possible to dull the edge if not careful. If you go sandpaper do so with a light oil and the grit number will depend on how aggressive you want your approach.
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Post by Sir Thorfinn on Feb 28, 2019 23:45:50 GMT
Consider what you have already. You may be able to polish out some of the scratches with a cloth and scouring powder. NOT that i'd do that... But things like Mothers Mag Polish is slightly abrasive, and can eventually get scratches out. But you may already have most of what you need. Now...me, I'd take it to my power buffer and rouge. Options...so many options.
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Post by Gunnar Wolfgard on Mar 3, 2019 22:22:58 GMT
I would use a light steel wool then like SirThorfinn said a power puffer.
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Post by Sir Thorfinn on Mar 4, 2019 14:20:32 GMT
Or even a dremel...
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Post by Gunnar Wolfgard on Mar 4, 2019 16:06:52 GMT
Dremels are one of my favorite tools for a lot of things. I recently picked up their model 8220 cordless model. Plan to use it out back on my property for carving runestones where I could never get my compressor and pneumatic cutter. Need to pick up extra battery packs for it.
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Post by Sir Thorfinn on Mar 4, 2019 20:44:18 GMT
I picked up a package of about 100 hard felt buffing tips for cleaning up a friends Albion. Not only did they do a good job, but I think I used 3 total. So they lasted longer than expected. Doing engraving with a Dremel takes some practice. I'd plan to use up 2-3 tips on practice pieces in the same materials before you try to make something you want to keep. I ruined a nice drinking horn that way.
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Post by joeybones on Jun 11, 2019 22:19:01 GMT
I have been using Simichrome polish on all things metal for years. I like to use it on the fuller of European swords . it gives a nice contrast to the satin finish on the blade.
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Post by bebut on Jul 27, 2019 23:39:05 GMT
Wet dry sand paper comes in many grits. Lately I have used 220, 400, and 600. The finer grits you may have to find at an auto parts store. Not pooh-poohing mechanical tools, but sometimes on a small job emery paper works well.
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Post by christain on Jul 28, 2019 0:22:48 GMT
10-4 on the wet/dry paper and oil. I used 1000 grit and WD-40 on a turd of an old Windlass...looked better than new. When you start making gray 'mud' on the blade, you're doing it right.
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Post by RufusScorpius on Jul 28, 2019 22:48:04 GMT
My first question would be: "what are you using the swords for, and why do they have scratches". If the answer is that the sword is scratched because you use it to cut and practice with, then my answer would be to do nothing to it. Don't polish out the scratches. A sword that is used will be scratched- there is no avoiding it and it's perfectly natural. Scratches give a sword character and serve as reminders of it's power.
If it's a wall hanger, then any of the methods mentioned in previous posts will work just fine- pick your favorite and have at it.
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Post by illustry on Jul 30, 2019 19:21:17 GMT
Micro mesh pads work great for final polishing on euros, and will remove fine scratches. Mostly use the green and brown ones (1000-1500 grit). The padding follows contours and gives you some safety when working near a sharpened edge. Go with the grain of the steel, always.
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Post by ohira on Apr 21, 2020 17:50:56 GMT
A dremel with cotton attachment will round the scratches very well and make them almost invisible with naked eye at 10 inches from the blade . With high speed you'll get a darker mirror that on stones or with any abrasive.
If you sharpen your blade on stones this may introduce low spots (sandpaper and any other mechanical abrasive as well)
Flexible and coarse finger stones can be a solution but it depends on the general surface of the blade. Under a clean 3-5k finish this won't work.
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Post by pgandy on Apr 21, 2020 21:53:38 GMT
To avoid low spots when using paper use a sanding block. Any piece of scrap wood of convenient size will do, 1x2, 2x3, etc. A rotary motor tool is the best way I know of to get low spots. I know, old post but the info is still relevant.
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