Polishing a Satin – Chrome Micrometer with Flitz
In this post, Flitz metal polish is used to show you how to remove light rust and corrosion from a old steel machinist tool. This tool is a number 8 micrometer made by Brown & Sharpe Mfg. Co. of Providence, R.I. patented Dec 10, 1902.
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Materials Used:
Instructions and Application :
1 Spread a small amount of Flitz metal polish with the finger tip of your nitrile gloved hand until the micrometer is completely coated with a light coat of Flitz metal polish on all surfaces. Using a Horse Hair Detail Brush helps to get the polish into and out of the embossed numbers and non slip machined surfaces.
2. Let the polish stand for a couple of minutes and then gently remove any polish residue with a soft paper towel before it dries.
3. Re-apply following steps 1 & 2 if needed. if any polish remains in the embossed numbers or machining, remove with the use of a horse hair detail brush. Buff to the desired sheen with a soft micro fiber cloth for best results. Time elapsed to shine this machinist tool was about 5 or 6 minutes.
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Before and After:
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| Polish Guy Tip : ” Let the Flitz Polish do the work for you ! Most people use too much polish, a little polish goes a long way. “ |
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