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Old 04-30-08 | 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Dirtdrop
I use 0000 steel wool to remove the dark oxydation and then I use a metal polish. I'm using Mother's now, but I'm not loyal to any particular brand. There are lots of good ones.

If I want a mirror polish I use a cotton buffing wheel and rouge.
Dirtdrop - any hints on using the buffing wheel and rouge? I bought some (red,brown,white) but don't now how to use it. I've used very fine steel wool and simichrome. In some cases an oxalic acid wash.
I'd like to see how polished I could get some items.
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