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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Toys4Boys on September 20, 2023, 05:29:30 AM

Title: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: Toys4Boys on September 20, 2023, 05:29:30 AM
Just received my Eros 2, initial impressions very professionally packaged/prepped. The top plate is a straight grain finish, I would prefer a swirl pattern. Not a big deal but if it is something that I can do myself..... ;D
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: Paul Birkeland on September 20, 2023, 05:40:37 AM
It takes a metal drill cup brush, a drill, and some patience.
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: Toys4Boys on September 20, 2023, 05:45:07 AM
Would a random orbit sander work or is the above the best method? Aside from patience how difficult would you say it is to get a nice looking finish?
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: Mucker on September 20, 2023, 05:48:26 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSEb7BWN2Wo
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: Toys4Boys on September 20, 2023, 05:52:53 AM
Nice! Thanks!
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: AG on September 20, 2023, 05:54:04 AM
Hi to all.
Green scotch brite could be less aggressive or a brass brush.

Just keep it cold to avoid deformation.

My2 cents.

Cheers from Fla.
Andre.
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: Doc B. on September 20, 2023, 08:06:24 AM
I think you are going to have a tough time hiding the existing 120 grit grain pattern with a wire brush. It would probably be worthwhile to sand it to a smooth 400 grit finish before attempting the jeweling.
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: Toys4Boys on September 20, 2023, 02:49:21 PM
Yeah, I decided the existing finish would ake it more difficult, already started my build.  ;D
Title: Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
Post by: AG on September 20, 2023, 03:20:33 PM
Yeah, I decided the existing finish would ake it more difficult, already started my build.  ;D

Keep us posted of your progress.

Cheers from Fla.
Andre.