Buffing out scratches?

[jgpool]

I had a butt replaced on a McDermott and I've noticed some scratches on the wood just above the butt. Is there an easy way to buff these out myself? I really don't want to incurr the shipping expeses of sending it back. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

 

[TommyT]

I had a butt replaced on a McDermott and I've noticed some scratches on the wood just above the butt. Is there an easy way to buff these out myself? I really don't want to incurr the shipping expeses of sending it back. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

I've used polishing compound before. It works good. Be sure to apply some wax after the rub down.

TommyT

 

[jgpool]

Thanks Tommy

I've used polishing compound before. It works good. Be sure to apply some wax after the rub down.

TommyT

Any special brand? Where would I find polishing compound?

 

[cashin]

If you have a cue lathe. You might want to do a light wet sand with some 2500 grit before you compound with 3M compound and then 3M Perfect-it finishing glaze....Also use a little dish washing liquid in the water that you use to wet sand.. It makes the job come out flawless as it lubricates the sand paper.
I hope this helps................
P.S. 3M has a 3 step system. In other words look around on there website and you will find it. It ends up with the Finishing glaze last...
David

Any special brand? Where would I find polishing compound?

 

[td873]

I had a butt replaced on a McDermott and I've noticed some scratches on the wood just above the butt. Is there an easy way to buff these out myself? I really don't want to incurr the shipping expeses of sending it back. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Unless you DIY, the person that puts your tips on should be the first choice. But basically, any cue maker or cue mechanic/repairman can do it. They'll spin it on a lathe and clean it up, most likely for a very moderate fee.

But, if the scratches are too deep, you'll need to get it refinished. There are a number of folks in your area that can do that. No shipping, just drive it on down

-td

 

[J&D CUSTOMS]

If there are small , and not deep , Perfect IT by 3M company works very well. You can usually get it at your local auto parts place. Nu-Finish rubbing compound is good as well. Also located at your local auto parts.
A soft lint free terry cloth works well for buffing. Just rub gently in a circular motion , then wipe clean with a clean terry towel. Repeat as needed. Works well and really brings out the shine.
Thanx,
Jim Lee

 

[bish4201]

If you have a cue lathe. You might want to do a light wet sand with some 2500 grit before you compound with 3M compound and then 3M Perfect-it finishing glaze....Also use a little dish washing liquid in the water that you use to wet sand.. It makes the job come out flawless as it lubricates the sand paper.
I hope this helps................
P.S. 3M has a 3 step system. In other words look around on there website and you will find it. It ends up with the Finishing glaze last...
David

He is dead accurate!!!!!!!!

 

[jgpool]

No lathe

If you have a cue lathe. You might want to do a light wet sand with some 2500 grit before you compound with 3M compound and then 3M Perfect-it finishing glaze....Also use a little dish washing liquid in the water that you use to wet sand.. It makes the job come out flawless as it lubricates the sand paper.
I hope this helps................
P.S. 3M has a 3 step system. In other words look around on there website and you will find it. It ends up with the Finishing glaze last...
David

I don't have a lathe. So that's not an option. But I appreciate all info. Thanks.