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The Commemorative Damascus Nickster: Limited Edition

 


OK so it's not really Damascus and I've been watching too much Forged in Fire.  What I've been trying to do is make the Nickster black or otherwise dark so it's not so shiny. Paint easily chips off, anodizing or powder coating are expensive. 

I started with matte black acrylic paint and wiped it off in a swirling motion just enough to give it an interesting pattern. After it dried I applied a layer of 2 part epoxy to protect it.


   I've given up on the total sound/vibration isolation (for now), and only used a small amount of vinyl foam where it contacts the music stand. I should probably practice my swirling technique to make look less blotchy.

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  1. RonaldApril 29, 2021 at 5:31 AM

    I don't know. I kind of like the blotchy look. It reminds me of something but bring it up. Give me time.

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  2. Far Side of FiftyMay 5, 2021 at 7:04 PM

    I watch that show too...this is a look alike:)

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