On the other hand, depending on the sandblasted process used, the surface can be more or less prone to scratches too.
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[mention]leeyewfei[/mention] you call it scratches, I call it character
but yes, I get your point.
On the other hand, depending on the sandblasted process used, the surface can be more or less prone to scratches too.
On the other hand, depending on the sandblasted process used, the surface can be more or less prone to scratches too.
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Getting the itch here you should do a before and after post. Start with bezel!
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I will do a polished MM thread when I’m starting this project step by step, grid by grid...
here are some impressions of the satin finish case and the polished bezel. the case is prepared for the satin finish and the mirror polished bezel. still some steps to do finish now 3000grid











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Damn, a lot of time and sore fingers in that finish! I feel a little tempted....
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Did you do any shaping?
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[mention]Yoda[/mention] thx, indeed it is a lot work but it is worth it
[mention]Mellons[/mention] no shaping only to polishing the edges of the 3 upper parts of the bezel came softer
[mention]Mellons[/mention] no shaping only to polishing the edges of the 3 upper parts of the bezel came softer
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Looks good- you could have a go at putting bevel on lug tips
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I thought about it before but than I decided to leave it like this look