Best way to remove scratches from SS handles ??

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vyper005

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I have a few scratches on a couple of SS Spydercos that I would like to get rid of...Do I need to buy a multi-use Dremel or is there a better way ?? Thanks...
 
easiest way is to use a fine grit sandpaper and stay with the grind lines.

I polished up my SS 'Fly a while back, and it's doing well... dremel, 1st setting, veritas green, felt wheel.
 
vyper

Go to an auto supply store and buy some good quality wet/dry silicon carbide sand "paper" (really cloth backed).

I've used progressively finer grits when refinishing SS blades that had some significant scratches. Starting with something like 320 grit and working up through 600 and finishing with 1500 or 2200, depending upon the finish you want. Use the small squares of paper with lots of water, replace it regularly during the sanding, and use something firm and flat to back up the paper - not your finger tips. I've found a large rubber eraser works well for this.

1500 will give you a finish you can see your reflection in. 2200 should give a mirror finish. I imagine you could buff it with a dremel tool but I don't think you'll find it's necessary.

Good Luck!
 
Hi Vyper. Scotch Brite is used to put on the original finish. a scotch brite (3M dish scouring pad) can probably be used to buff out the scrathces.

sal
 
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