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Old 12-19-2008, 03:58 PM
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I have some small gun parts, ie butt plates that are made of AL. They were painted but scratched easily, showing the silver. Is there a inexpensive DIY way to oxidize these with a black color?
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Does anyone have any pics for Al finished with blackener? I'm interested to see the finished look.

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