I normally use ca for finishing pens. But I have noticed that after handling them they seem to lose a little of the shine over the time. Does anyone here rebuff them or just wipe them with a jewelry's cloth? Or do you have a different method?
Re-shinning Pens
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i use a misted cotton or micro fiber towel (or t shirt) , then use a ceramic coating "wax"(The Last Coat). This will not polish-out scrtaches; it just restores some shine.
randyrls
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I put a CA "matte" finish (0000 steel wool) on wood pens. I like the feel of wood and get the protection of CA.
A little denatured Alcohol will remove any oils and most dirt, then Renaissance Wax for restoring the shine to synthetic blanks.
A little denatured Alcohol will remove any oils and most dirt, then Renaissance Wax for restoring the shine to synthetic blanks.
Penchant 4
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Ren Wax is a great product. However, like an wax, it will dull with handling and need to be re-applied.
JohnU
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It's very common for the pen surface to get a little dull from use. CA is probably your best finish for being able to reshine it without refinishing it. The CA is harder than most resins and wood finishes so it will take little effort with a soft cloth and some type of wax/polish compound.
Mike
Member
I have not tried it, but I was advised on this forum not to use a buffing system on finished pens as it will take the finish off the metal if it is plated.
Mike
Mike
jttheclockman
Member
Meguires polish. So many to choose from. Look for a detail polish. You do not need a wax that has grit in it. Very easy to apply. tell your clients. You can not protect any finish without it being handled and picking up grit and dirt.