How would you gents clean this spot?
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For spots like those, I like to put a dab of Flitz on the spot & lightly rub my finger back & forth over it. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, but it always improves it.
What have you tried?
I'm going to guess all the usual things, but it would help to know.
I'm going to guess all the usual things, but it would help to know.
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Ultrasonic, scrubbing bubbles w/ toothbrush, MAAS with toothbrush and rag. Also tried picking at it with a toothpick.
I don't think it's going anywhere. I'm always able to get razors gleaming again aside from spots like that. I just cleaned a Valet Autostrop tonight actually, and I got everything off except for a spot like that.
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Spots like this and the stains on 40's Super Speed handles are tough. I have a Senator with a stain that I think might just be brass, doesn't seem to go anywhere no matter how hard I try. Pic attached.
I think you're right about the nickel plating being worn and the corroded brass showing. If it really bothers you, you could try a small brass bristle brush. Brass is softer than nickel plating and won't cause any obvious marks or damage as long as you don't use it on mirror finish parts like silo doors.
It's quite good at removing corrosion. You may end up with a little shiny brass spot instead of a dark spot.
It's quite good at removing corrosion. You may end up with a little shiny brass spot instead of a dark spot.
I've had some luck with black spots on handles by using Brasso and a brass hand held wire brush, (the ones that are twice the size of a tooth brush).
The nickel is harder than the brass brush and the Brasso has enough abrasiveness work on the spot.
I would brush for a few seconds then check the spot, to avoid removing anymore than needed.
Good luck.......
The nickel is harder than the brass brush and the Brasso has enough abrasiveness work on the spot.
I would brush for a few seconds then check the spot, to avoid removing anymore than needed.
Good luck.......
I've had good luck with these by grabbing some maas and a half-dozen Q-tips. Where it looks coppery or brassy, you won't get far, but I've been able to lighten dark spots by working the maas in with Q-tips, and buffing promptly after. Focus on following the paths of the knurling. After 3-5 shots, it doesn't seem to change much for me. (Done this on fatboys and slims, mostly.) You can also use your fingers, but you'll use more maas. It'll never totally go away, as I've worked on them, but it can fade considerably.
Maybe someone else has had better luck with another approach.
Hope it helps,
-- Chet
What do you all thing about 000 (triple aught) steel wool?
it's very good at polishing (at least on firearms).
it's very good at polishing (at least on firearms).
000 steel wool leaves fine scratches (ask me how I know
) on the nickel plating. 0000 steel wool might work, but I've never tried it since the brass brush worked for me.- Thread starter
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Some Q-Tips, MAAS, and elbow grease did the trick. If the spot is still there at all, it's barely noticeable. Thanks mate.
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Glad you were able to get the spot to disappear. Now you won't have any more sleepless nights!
Well... now I want to revisit all of my razors that have spots like this. Where do you guys buy your MAAS? I use Flitz right now.
Found some at Ace Hardware, of all places. It's lavender-scented (don't know why).
-- Chet
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Try a toothbrush and whatever polish you desire. The bristles are soft enough not to cause damage but still get into the nooks and crannys. Since there are so many choices you're sure to find one that works well. No need to spend much, go with the store brand. That's what I use. It's a carry over from another hobby of mine.
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