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12-08-2016, 02:27 PM | #1 |
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Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
I found an original bracket and mirror for my '28 roadster. Problem is, the mirror was totally lost all of it's silvering.
Is it worth getting redone and, if so, any recommendations of who does this process? Thanks, |
12-08-2016, 04:07 PM | #2 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
I had 3 original mirror resilvered by Alchemy in St. Paul, unfortunately at the same time. None of them turned out well. The problem was the glass was etched showing the bracket image it was attach to and showed after resilvering. I think you would need to find a mirror that had most of the silvering still on it. I had them done about 7 or 8 years ago and the cost was about $25 each, and probably more now. I think there was minimum charge and that is why I had 3 done at the same time - about $60 to $70 all all of them. I would advise you to be cautious in having your mirror resilvered. I ask the fellow if the etching could be removed before resilvering, but he wasn't sure it could be.
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12-08-2016, 04:17 PM | #3 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
I had my inside rear view mirror with a clock re-silvered by someone in CA (don't remember who) it was but, that was about 10 years ago. He did a fantastic job.
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12-08-2016, 04:23 PM | #4 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
I also had a clock mirror refinished. He did a good, not fantastic job and if was very expensive. Never again! Wayne
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12-08-2016, 04:45 PM | #5 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
I grabbed one out in Hershey this year with the idea of trying it with silver aluminum paint or something. I was just looking for something in the garage and found it today! Tell me that's not prophetic! I have always wondered why aluminum paint wouldn't work, or mercury either for that matter. Why must it be silver? Just tradition? Or is silver special in some way?
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12-08-2016, 06:16 PM | #7 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
Amateur Telescope Making by Porter, published by Scientific American gives detailed instructions for silvering telescope mirrors. No longer in print, but probably available used. It's not rocket science!
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12-08-2016, 06:53 PM | #8 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
Frank Wright Glass in Detroit , Mi re-silvers mirrors and does a fine job. I think it would cost about $45.00 to $50.00 for one that could pass fine point.
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12-08-2016, 07:43 PM | #9 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
You would have to Google it, there is a place in Portland Oregon that does mirrors.
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12-08-2016, 09:22 PM | #10 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
Interesting thread. I am looking to re-silver the reflectors on a Model T gas headlight. Reproductions are well over $100, so I was looking for something a little more budget-friendly. There are some good options discussed here.
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12-08-2016, 09:53 PM | #11 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
I thought I'd check on here before I blindly go with someone who pops up on Google.
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12-08-2016, 10:19 PM | #12 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
The place in Portland Or has been around for a while but are not cheap to have the work done. Are you talking about an inside or outside mirror? Is this a driver or points car? That should tell what price point you are looking to fit into.
Coast Mirror Co 4.18 Google reviews Glass & Mirror Shop Supplier of all types of glass & mirrors also focusing on custom work like hand etching & repairs. Address: 3795 SE Naef Rd, Milwaukie, OR 97267 Phone: (503) 287-1236 Hours: Closed now Suggest an edit Reviews "Replaced a center large price of a 3 piece mirror in record time and cost." "They really are a great place to do business with." "Very friendly, fast and excellent prices." View all Google reviews
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12-08-2016, 11:52 PM | #13 |
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Re: Can original mirrors be re-silvered?
What do you consider worth it?
You can buy a reproduction one that has the basic shape and works as a rear view mirror for about 8 dollars. Restore the original one that was made back in the "day" for 50-60 dollars. I know what I would do but the choice of reproduction or restoration is really up to you.
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12-09-2016, 05:08 AM | #14 |
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12-17-2016, 11:08 AM | #15 |
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I used a momont in time 107 W Lincoln Ave #301, Wellington, KS 67152
Phone620) 399-8765 Seems like it was about $40 plus shipping, but that was a couple years ago. Came out great.
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