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Buffing wheel for knife blade - SHARPCO - 01-04-2019
I need buffing wheel for knife blade. But there is a lot of materials. Cotton, jean, sisal, felt, etc...
What is the best choice?
And what compound is your recommendation?
RE: Buffing wheel for knife blade - Mark Reich - 01-05-2019
I use a sisal wheel and "dry" black buffing compound a lot.
"Dry" buffing compounds work great IMHO. Both black and white.
RE: Buffing wheel for knife blade - SHARPCO - 01-06-2019
(01-05-2019, 11:31 AM)Mark Reich Wrote: I use a sisal wheel and "dry" black buffing compound a lot.
"Dry" buffing compounds work great IMHO. Both black and white.
Mark
I have been studying about buffing since yesterday. I read that sisal wheel & black compound is for initial rough cut.
I'll order it and muslin wheel & green compound.
BTW, I found this impressive video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3-nuwwPtpg
RE: Buffing wheel for knife blade - Mark Reich - 01-08-2019
I really should have quizzed you about your intentions...
A sisal wheel with black compound is considered "an initial rough cut" from a polishing perspective. "Polishing" normally means you're looking for a mirror finish. A sisal wheel with black compound will leave a "slightly foggy", polished finish.
If you're trying to get rid of scratches on a blade, you would probably be happier with something like 600 grit grease-less abrasive on a sewn cotton or denim buffing wheel.
Scotch-Brite belts are probably better at removing (and concealing) scratches on a blade, and it's as easy as changing a belt. Way safer and easier to use for most people.
RE: Buffing wheel for knife blade - SHARPCO - 01-08-2019
(01-08-2019, 04:57 PM)Mark Reich Wrote: I really should have quizzed you about your intentions...
A sisal wheel with black compound is considered "an initial rough cut" from a polishing perspective. "Polishing" normally means you're looking for a mirror finish. A sisal wheel with black compound will leave a "slightly foggy", polished finish.
If you're trying to get rid of scratches on a blade, you would probably be happier with something like 600 grit grease-less abrasive on a sewn cotton or denim buffing wheel.
Scotch-Brite belts are probably better at removing (and concealing) scratches on a blade, and it's as easy as changing a belt. Way safer and easier to use for most people.
Thank you Mark,
I have Blue & magenta Scotch-Brite belts and I love it. It makes great satin finish.