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First, I should make it clear that I'm profoundly unknowledgeable regarding finishes for wood (except paint).
That's why I'm asking for recommendations.
I bought a used micrometer.
Using a Magic Marker, four sides of the case were substantially (and unattractively) graffitied with nomenclature of the PO's choice.
Using Acetone, I have scrubbed off the offending graffiti, to my satisfaction.
The Acetone has also removed much of the OEM finish from the wood.
The OEM finish has a slight orangish hue compared to the naked wood.
From what little experience I have, my WAG is that the OEM finish is a shellac.
I'd like to apply a finish that will protect the wood from staining in the typical metalworking shop.
It would be ideal if I could come close to the 'look' of OEM, but that's a secondary consideration to being at least as durable as the OEM finish.
I can remove all the OEM finish, if necessary, except . . . The latch is what I call "press in" type, assumed to have barbs on the retaining bits.
No screws or nails are visible.
My guess is that prying the latch bits off the wood would create local damage and the latch would have to be reattached with epoxy.
Removing the latch, by prying, might well damage the latch. Bad idea.
I'd rather avoid removing the latch, so I'd like to just approximate the color of and overcoat the remaining OEM finish.
Do you agree that the OEM finish is probably shellac?
What finish product(s) should I buy? Please be specific. A link would be appreciated.
I see Zinsser brand clear shellac is easily available.
What do I use to tint the clear to orangish?
Maybe the clear will look orangish when applied/dried so no tint required? Please comment.
Am I barking up the wrong tree?
What do you recommend?
In the picture, you can see remnants of the OEM finish at the left edge and around the logo area.
I tried to leave the logo alone, but it wouldn't take much motivation to strip the top naked.
The logo has only minimal value to me and it's already compromised.
Thanks for reading.
That's why I'm asking for recommendations.
I bought a used micrometer.
Using a Magic Marker, four sides of the case were substantially (and unattractively) graffitied with nomenclature of the PO's choice.
Using Acetone, I have scrubbed off the offending graffiti, to my satisfaction.
The Acetone has also removed much of the OEM finish from the wood.
The OEM finish has a slight orangish hue compared to the naked wood.
From what little experience I have, my WAG is that the OEM finish is a shellac.
I'd like to apply a finish that will protect the wood from staining in the typical metalworking shop.
It would be ideal if I could come close to the 'look' of OEM, but that's a secondary consideration to being at least as durable as the OEM finish.
I can remove all the OEM finish, if necessary, except . . . The latch is what I call "press in" type, assumed to have barbs on the retaining bits.
No screws or nails are visible.
My guess is that prying the latch bits off the wood would create local damage and the latch would have to be reattached with epoxy.
Removing the latch, by prying, might well damage the latch. Bad idea.
I'd rather avoid removing the latch, so I'd like to just approximate the color of and overcoat the remaining OEM finish.
Do you agree that the OEM finish is probably shellac?
What finish product(s) should I buy? Please be specific. A link would be appreciated.
I see Zinsser brand clear shellac is easily available.
What do I use to tint the clear to orangish?
Maybe the clear will look orangish when applied/dried so no tint required? Please comment.
Am I barking up the wrong tree?
What do you recommend?
In the picture, you can see remnants of the OEM finish at the left edge and around the logo area.
I tried to leave the logo alone, but it wouldn't take much motivation to strip the top naked.
The logo has only minimal value to me and it's already compromised.
Thanks for reading.