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I was asked on the boards and I received a couple emails asking how I did the bolt on my 10/22 on the "ULTIMATE" thread so I decided to post it here also.
1. Polish bolt
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2. Mask bolt. Here I used 1/8" masking tape but I usually use 3M Fine Line. It is available down to 1/16". I completely cover the bolt with tape edge to edge then remove every other stripe of tape. I then use 3M Fine Scuff pads on the unmasked areas.
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3. After scuffing I remove the tape and you can see the scuffed lines.
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4. I then reapply the tape in a cross pattern and scuff again.
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5. Once I ahe scuffed in the oppisite direction I remove the tape.
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6. Here you can see the pattern going in one direction.
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7. Here you can see the pattern going in the oppisite direction.
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This gives the "jeweling" a real 3-D effect and it looks like it shifts directions. I also use a wave pattern and racing stripes. You can come up with some patterns just by trying different ways to scuff. I have done a couple where I scuff in patters or random scuff marks and then tape over the bolt is lines and polish in between the lines. This gives the pattern some really cool effects. ADDED INFO: I use 3M scuff pads but you can use steel wool (different #s will give a different effect/finish) or any heavy automotive cutting comounds. Anything that will be abrasive to the surface will give you some effect. This is something you can play with to see what you like best or even discover a NEW look.
For polishing a 10/22 bolt I start with 600 wet/dry on a flat surface (I use a surface plate of granite) and some light oil. I sand the FACE side iwith a small circular motion until it is flat and appears to be all the same finish. I then to go 1000 or 1200 wet/dry paper and do it again. Once I am done with that step I go to the "polisher", which is my drill press with a buffing wheel chucked up. I use a couple different componds, one for the more solid buff and then I use a fluffy buff with a tripoli compound or red rouge. You just have to play with a few compounds to see what works best for the finish you want.
If you have any questions please ask.
1. Polish bolt
2. Mask bolt. Here I used 1/8" masking tape but I usually use 3M Fine Line. It is available down to 1/16". I completely cover the bolt with tape edge to edge then remove every other stripe of tape. I then use 3M Fine Scuff pads on the unmasked areas.
3. After scuffing I remove the tape and you can see the scuffed lines.
4. I then reapply the tape in a cross pattern and scuff again.
5. Once I ahe scuffed in the oppisite direction I remove the tape.
6. Here you can see the pattern going in one direction.
7. Here you can see the pattern going in the oppisite direction.
This gives the "jeweling" a real 3-D effect and it looks like it shifts directions. I also use a wave pattern and racing stripes. You can come up with some patterns just by trying different ways to scuff. I have done a couple where I scuff in patters or random scuff marks and then tape over the bolt is lines and polish in between the lines. This gives the pattern some really cool effects. ADDED INFO: I use 3M scuff pads but you can use steel wool (different #s will give a different effect/finish) or any heavy automotive cutting comounds. Anything that will be abrasive to the surface will give you some effect. This is something you can play with to see what you like best or even discover a NEW look.
For polishing a 10/22 bolt I start with 600 wet/dry on a flat surface (I use a surface plate of granite) and some light oil. I sand the FACE side iwith a small circular motion until it is flat and appears to be all the same finish. I then to go 1000 or 1200 wet/dry paper and do it again. Once I am done with that step I go to the "polisher", which is my drill press with a buffing wheel chucked up. I use a couple different componds, one for the more solid buff and then I use a fluffy buff with a tripoli compound or red rouge. You just have to play with a few compounds to see what works best for the finish you want.
If you have any questions please ask.
