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Old 03-25-2018, 07:32 PM   #5
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Default Re: Nickel plating

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Originally Posted by wrndln View Post
Reconnoiter,
I am restoring my pickup to near fine point status. I really want to use as many original parts as possible - they look right and fit right! The repro handles have different shaped knobs. I actually have a pair of repro handles and they aren't to bad, but again, not quite right like most repro parts. I am hoping to find a plater that can do a good job for a reasonable price - is that an oxymoron?
Rusty Nelson
Rusty, consider using a repro as the basis, then have it stripped of the plating and remove the knob. Use some brass stock on your lathe to replicate the knob, and a small belt sander to recontour the arm. Then replate and you are set.
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