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04-14-2013, 10:39 AM | #1 |
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Highlight material
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What is best or perferred material to use to highlight the stamps and serial numbers on Lugers (or any weapon)? I am thinking a white grease pencil but I'd likie to capture other thoughts. Richard
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04-14-2013, 11:02 AM | #2 |
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I have used grease pencil but there are other options out there. Lacquer sticks from Brownells
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04-14-2013, 11:21 AM | #3 |
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Brownells "Lacquer-Stiks" are the best. It adheres very well, yet is easily removed with a bit of oil and a tooth brush.
http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-to...-prod7778.aspx
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love the avatar...popeye on 'roids.
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Once I liked highlighting. Later hated it -- it hides the edge of stamping and halo. Luckily, easily removable via a little bit Acetone.
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Would the lacquer in "Lacquer-Stiks" be harmful to the finish?
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04-14-2013, 01:58 PM | #7 |
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No, not at all...
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Ok, then...thanks for the link...I'll get some!
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I have been using lacquer sticks for many many years, and have never had it damage the finish on anything that I used it on. Just be sure to get the area clean/degreased before applying the color.
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What would be a good degreaser to use for this?
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Acetone should remove oily residue safely. Consider a soft, natural-bristled brush to clean the tiny depressions, as synthetic bristles--and plastic brushes, as well--tend to dissolve in acetone...
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I have had good luck with lacquer thinner and Q-tips for degreasing. There are other solutions like 91% alcohol, acetone, MEK, etc. I keep lacquer thinner in my shop all the time, so it is what I reach for first.
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