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Post by kclee008 on Oct 16, 2023 14:40:58 GMT
I’m looking to remove some minor rust spots on a couple swords. Every suggests using the grey scotch bright pads. Is there a specific type or grit you all recommend? Is this the type most recommend? I’d like to buy the best kind to help ensure I can make the finish even so I don’t have satin on 95% of blade and lighter spots.
Dura-Gold Premium 6" x 9" Gray Ultra Fine General Purpose Scuff Pads, Box of 10.
Or these?
3M 7448/07448 (1/2 Box - 10 pads) Scotch Brite Ultra Fine Hand Sanding Scuffing
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Post by mrstabby on Oct 16, 2023 17:19:23 GMT
My suggestion, don't try it. You will never get the one spot to be the same as everything else and have to redo the whole thing anyways.
I use acid first. Use a solvent (alcohol or acetone) to thoroughly clean the oil off, then dissolve some citric acid in water and rub that solution over the spot with a rag (something robust, not like toilet paper). The rag you use shouldn't be dripping wet and leave the blade wet with acid because it will discolour it after a bit, just rub over the spot for a minute, wipe the blade with water to prevent staining, then rub it again with acid and redo for as often as is needed. When the rust is gone, wipe the area with water a few times to get the acid off, then with the solvent, then reapply oil. If the spots are very visible, then go with the abrasive.
And as for us telling you what to use: Problem is, unless the manufacturer says he used this specific item, probably nothing will really match the finish and you'll have to do the whole blade.
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Post by kclee008 on Oct 17, 2023 0:21:26 GMT
That makes sense. And thanks for the insights. I’m going to try on some smaller blades first, but I think you’re right in that I’ll end up having to polish the entire blade if I want to try and get it to a general consistent finish. Thanks.
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Post by alientude on Oct 17, 2023 0:34:08 GMT
If you're going to use an acid on your sword, I would recommend cleaning it with something basic afterwards to help neutralize it. Windex should work.
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