Ebonite 3 Questions

[David M]

Could a person use ca if there wasn't time to do and properly cure lacquer ?
Doesn't it need to set some before handling ?
Would auto spray lacquer ( rattle can ) work ?

Thanks for any info / help .
David

 

[DCBluesman]

Yes, a CA finish can be used on ebonite.

I believe that all CA-finished pens should be allowed to outgas for 24 hours before being used and/or mailed.

Spray lacquer (automotive) can be used on ebonite.

Be aware that purists think ebonite should not be finished, but should be allowed to oxidize naturally over time.

 

[PTJeff]

There is definatly a certain "feel" to an ebonite. covering it with a finish would detract from the whole ebonite concept. Plastic polish is the way to go for most.

 

[OKLAHOMAN]

#1-----------Yes
#2----------- 24-48 hours before handling
#3----------- Yes

But as Lou said us purest just believe it needs no finish just wet MM to 12000, use Maguires plastic polish, buff and enjoy the feel.

 

[pipecrafter]

An alternative to the usual pen finishing. A lot of pipe makers use this method:
http://www.pipecrafter.com/articles/finishing_ebonite.php

 

[wdcav1952]

An alternative to the usual pen finishing. A lot of pipe makers use this method:
http://www.pipecrafter.com/articles/finishing_ebonite.php

Kurt is too modest. First, this is an excellent article. Secondly, if was written by Kurt. Finally, I would ask you, Kurt to please touch base with Keith (VisExp) who is our library manager. I think this would make an excellent addition to the articles found in the library.

 

[pipecrafter]

Kurt is too modest.

I actually get that a lot - "crippling humility" is what I was told. :biggrin:

I'll contact Keith and work with him to get it added to the library.

 

[Texatdurango]

I agree with some of the others in that YES, you can apply a finish but WHY? Ebonite with a bit of wax is a beautiful finish, one that I wouldn't dream of covering with CA or lacquer.

 

[altaciii]

An alternative to the usual pen finishing. A lot of pipe makers use this method:
http://www.pipecrafter.com/articles/finishing_ebonite.php

Ah Ha! so thats how its done.....:bananen_smilies026: