Is there an easy way to buff out a rough spot about the size of a finger print? Like a bag mark...
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varnish rough spots
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Posts: 196 11/11/2009 21:12 |
Brownells 3F Stock Rubbing Compound followed by Brownells 5F Stock Rubbing Compound.
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Posts: 1469 11/13/2009 14:24 |
Sand Turtle gleemer from Sally's beauty supply. Don
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Posts: 31 11/15/2009 20:57 |
Zenkoanhead wrote:really? I checked it out... still scratching my head. won't damage surrounding surface |
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Posts: 291 11/20/2009 23:01 |
According to their website, Brownell's has discontinued the 3F stock rubbing compound. I loved this stuff--can anyone recommend a suitable substitute for
3F? Brownell's still sells the 5F--but I need something for the first pass that does a better job at smoothing down a rough surface.
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Posts: 494 11/21/2009 09:20 |
Fine (4F) pumice would work if the first rub doesn't have to be that aggressive, but you'll have to mix it with oil:
http://woodworker.com/coa...=pumice&searchmode=2 Don's (Zenkoanhead) suggestion for the Sand Turtle Gleemer is an excellent one. However, the green side (coarser) may not be aggressive enough to remove the imperfection. If not, start with MicroMesh 4000 grit, then the green side, then the white side. If that doesn't work, drop back to 2500 grit sandpaper or MicroMesh. The white side of the Gleemer brings back the gloss like you wouldn't believe, much, much better than any "dry" method I've used. Don deserves a big KUDOS for finding it. --Rich |
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Posts: 292 11/21/2009 10:01 |
Rich, thanks--. What I liked about the 3F is that is was aggresive but not too aggressive to harm wraps, especially intermediates. Right now working on a
Divine 'invisible' that has a lot of intermediates--the varnish is hard but suffers from some alligatoring and rashing--so sandpaper isn't an
option. 4F is probably too mild--something closer to 2F would be better, and your link has some of that--so I'll try it. The link suggests using Parrafin
oil--would you second this? What oil do you guys usually use with your pumice stome, and how do you proportion your mix?
Thanks--bb |
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Posts: 495 11/21/2009 13:31 |
BB:
Some folks use linseed oil, but I think the serious woodworkers would recommend a nondrying oil like paraffin oil. Otherwise you run the risk of getting an unwanted film on top of your varnish. If you choose to use linseed oil, get the raw stuff (not boiled) as it takes much more to polymerize it. Mineral oil would be another option. Mix it to a paste that has the same consistency as your old Brownells 3F. I don't use the pumice/rottenstone routine anymore. I use the series of Menzerna compounds: http://www.homesteadfinis...htdocs/rubbingpolish.htm You have to flat sand with 800 grit first. The coarse compound gives a beautifully smooth satin finish, so you can stop there if that's what you're going for. The finer the compound, the more elbow grease is required. Since I dip with the guides on, I also tape off the guides to avoid particles being trapped under the guide feet. This is quite a bit of work and I only do it on butts and mids, but the effect is really nice. On tips I used the Sand Turtle regimen on just the nibs. --Rich |
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Posts: 1470 11/21/2009 13:38 |
As Rich says, a really bad spot may require 2000 - 4000 grit. Once close, the Gleemer takes care of the rest. It will not cut through to the thread if there is
any varnish over the thread. It can be used for blems in wiping varnish. Don
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Posts: 293 11/21/2009 15:56 |
Thanks, guys--very helpful.
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Posts: 92 11/22/2009 17:08 |
Here is a link to find a Sally's store near you. I was surprised to find one really close that I didn't even know was there. Beats the shipping cost on
the web site. Just type in your zip code.
http://stores.sallybeauty.com/ Dean L. |
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leadwingcoachman |
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Posts: 38 11/23/2009 21:56 |
lewis2dl wrote: I've been driving by one for years less than 10 miles from home and I never even noticed it... up until now I don't think I've ever had to notice it. Thanks for the link and thank you everyone for all the good advice. |
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Posts: 294 12/03/2009 20:36 |
Update: Brownell's just informed me they will be remanufacturing 3F rubbing compound and that it should be available again in 6-8 weeks or so.
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