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Hand rub to mirror finish..how?
Ok. I got to see some of Steves blades at Cubeta's and I love the finish on them and would like to try it. I have a O-1 blade in 1500 grit handrub finish, and i was wondering how to go to a mirror finish, what buffs and compounds to use, etc. or would going to a 2000 or higher handrub be the equivalent? Also, is it easier to go from a hand rub finish to mirror with buffing wheels than from a belt finish to mirror? Say 600 grit hand and 600 grit belt for comparison sake. thanks guys! |
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I' dsay it's easier to polish using belts/wheels. Of coures you can get to the same point using sandpaper, but it's probably slower. Go to this link for my coments on polishing a blade: pub42.ezboard.com/fcustom...D=23.topic |
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thanks!
Thanks! What type of buffing wheel is used on the last step? |
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Re: thanks!
The ONLY buffing wheel I use is the 10", 3/4" arbor, yellow, glued one, sold by POP. They are unsewn but are still a bit aggressive with the light glue treatment they have. He can explain it better than I can. www.popsknifesupplies.com I really think that about any buffing wheel will do, once you get used to it. We all have our own tastes and likes. I used an 8" sewn, with about 1" spacing, 1" thick for years, but, after giving it a good try, found that I like this yellow one better. Been using it for probably 10 yrs. [/u] |
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:)
Thanks! Wasn't sure which buffing wheel to use, there are so many of them... |
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Re: :)
Yes, there are plenty of buffs out there. Ask around, try a few out, find what you like and go for it. |
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