Author Topic: GET THE SHINE OFF A GLOSS FINISH (Read 1201 times)

Mint Hill Mule · « **on:** April 10, 2007, 01:01:00 AM »

Just got a new longbow with a gloss finish. Got any ideas on how to take the shine off? Should I use steel wool or 600 grit sandpaper?

sticshooter · « **Reply #1 on:** April 10, 2007, 06:02:00 AM »

I would get real FINE steel wool.<><

Bobby Urban · « **Reply #2 on:** April 10, 2007, 06:31:00 AM »

Or a scotch pad from under the kitchen sink

Crooked Stic · « **Reply #3 on:** April 10, 2007, 06:43:00 AM »

0000 steel wool.

johnnail · « **Reply #4 on:** April 10, 2007, 07:22:00 AM »

Don't ruin a bow you may later want to sell. Just buy a box of kid's crayons and keep the limbs coated while you hunt.

Alex.B · « **Reply #5 on:** April 10, 2007, 07:26:00 AM »

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Originally posted by johnnail:
Don't ruin a bow you may later want to sell. Just buy a box of kid's crayons and keep the limbs coated while you hunt.

yup! or removable camo spray paint

Randy Morin · « **Reply #6 on:** April 10, 2007, 08:48:00 AM »

I used 0000 steel wool with light buffing strokes. Tried the green pad but liked the steel wool better except for its a little messier. Like the crayon idea also. I may try that.

Pat B · « **Reply #7 on:** April 10, 2007, 09:07:00 AM »

A qiuck spray with satin poly. Pat

Charlie Lamb · « **Reply #8 on:** April 10, 2007, 09:26:00 AM »

I like Pat's idea the best... but I won't hesitate to use a light dusting of any cheap spray primer... the primer removes easilly.

The 0000 steel wool suggestion works well also and when you want the bow to shine again, just use some paste wax mixed with elbow grease.

southpawshooter · « **Reply #9 on:** April 10, 2007, 10:03:00 AM »

For something that works well but is not permanent, apply paste wax but do not buff out.

Dave Lay · « **Reply #10 on:** April 10, 2007, 10:04:00 AM »

use a spray called "dulcote" its in hobby shops it is a clear spray on that really works and is easy to remove if ya ever want to..

Bjorn · « **Reply #11 on:** April 10, 2007, 11:13:00 AM »

I use an artist matte spray-it comes off easily with soap and water, rubbed with a towel.

Tim Clark · « **Reply #12 on:** April 10, 2007, 11:21:00 AM »

x2 on the suggestions re: nothing that permanently alters the finish.

Mint Hill Mule · « **Reply #13 on:** April 10, 2007, 11:32:00 AM »

Thanks for all the suggestions. I'll probably try the oooo steel wool. If I want the shine back, it can be buffed out.

Roadkill · « **Reply #14 on:** April 10, 2007, 01:23:00 PM »

string wax left unbuffed works for me

Patience · « **Reply #15 on:** April 10, 2007, 03:42:00 PM »

turtlewax not buffed will work for the season. Wipe down when the seasons over. No ill effects to the bow.

themonkey · « **Reply #16 on:** April 10, 2007, 04:55:00 PM »

what about that wax stuff black widow makes just for this?

Robertfishes · « **Reply #17 on:** April 10, 2007, 05:19:00 PM »

"Widow Wax" is used to add gloss to the bow not to dull it

Crossed Arrows · « **Reply #18 on:** April 10, 2007, 07:49:00 PM »

You ever wonder why they make shiney hunting bows and shiney hunting rifles!? Do they really command a higher price in the market? Not everybody hunts in Seattle!

Caddo · « **Reply #19 on:** April 11, 2007, 05:54:00 PM »

Then again, there's Limb Skins.

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