G10 Shiny Layer

[Ravenfield Blades]

This may have been covered somewhere before but I can't find it. I am making custom G10 scale and it has the shiny coating. I really like the look but I want to know if it will last through use or will it disappear over time. If it is going to disappear can I keep it by using a clear epoxy protection layer?

 

[john april]

i think the g10 would outlast the epoxy. epoxy and superglue finishes will wear away after time. g10 does not actually have a coating, when it is buffed and polished it shines all by itself.

 

[Cody Hofsommer]

You would get more info over in the shoptalk section under knife makers discussion. Just sand it to 800 grit and buff it.

 

[Doug C]

Jason Knight used it on his wicked Brut de Forge Fighters.
Shined up nice.

Doug

 

[Ravenfield Blades]

OK I appreciate the help. I understand polishing G10 but I'm wondering about the initial shiny layer.

 

[BenR.T.]

It sounds like you are just leaving them totally flat? The glossy finish is just were it was pressed when made, it's not a coating and no different the the rest of the material.