scratch in micarta

[birdave]

What can I use to remove a small scratch from Black Linen micarta, without damaging the scale?

 

[Arakiel]

Testosterone.

 

[Dan57]

What kind of finish is on the Micarta?

Testosterone.

This will also work. All you need is a long needle and a syringe. Just pull some out of your balls, rub it into the Micarta, and you're good to go! Great scratch remover.

 

[james terrio]

Enough with the smart-alec comments. This person is asking a reasonable question. :grumpy:

Birdave, start with a fine-grit sandpaper (400 or higher) wrapped around some sort of sturdy backing like a wood block. If that doesn't even out the surface, go to a coarser grade. Once you've gotten the scratch out*, go back to finer grits and smooth/polish the surface to your satisfaction.

*remember, to "remove" a scratch you actually have to bring the rest of the surface down to the depth of the flaw.

 

[birdave]

Arakiel & Dan57...I took your advice and tried the testosterone...my balls hurt like hell and the scratch is still there!!

 

[birdave]

James, I think I'll try your method as it sounds a lot less painful...thanks for an honest reply, it's appreciated.

 

[Arakiel]

Sorry, apparently I got testosterone confused with elbow grease. Honest mistake.

 

[Drew Riley]

if it's polished micarta, you may be able to buff it out with some polishing compound depending on the severity of the scratch.

 

[Karl B. Andersen]

That's some darned good advice, right there.

*remember, to "remove" a scratch you actually have to bring the rest of the surface down to the depth of the flaw.

 

[james terrio]

That's some darned good advice, right there.

A maker whom I respect and admire very much helped me clarify that concept in my brain. :thumbup:

 

[birdave]

Took James Terrio's advice...used 800 grit to gently sand out the scratch and lightly buffed small spot with 0000 steel wool. A little mineral oil and then some Renaissance wax and the scale looks fine. Thanks James, it's appreciated!

As for the testosterone method...using the long needle, a syringe and my balls...all I can say is, I hope my wife doesn't read this thread...she'd love to try that!