how to take the finish off VAMO V2

[asf146]

Maybe it sounds dumb, but I am trying to take the finish off my vamo v2 black chrome, straight down to the brass.

2000 grit sandpaper? cleaning grade vinegar?

Has anyone ever tried to do this? lol

 

[Hiding]

Start with a lower grit sand paper. 200-300, after you have removed the finish you can use a higher grit 2000-3000 to get a smoother finish.
If you are going for a real smooth polished look, step up on sanding. Start with 200-300, then use 500, then use 1000, then 2000, etc.

The lower grit sand paper removes material faster, but will leave it with a brushed or matte finish.
The higher grit paper leaves a nice smooth finish, but will clog up and stop working well when trying to remove a lot of material.

btw, I sanded mine down and repainted it a different color.

 

[asf146]

sounds great! thank you

Was wanting to just leave it the raw brass, and after a couple months, it will absorb some of the oils in my skin and oxidize a little bit.
I did the same with My brass trombone from high school band and it looked awesome.

 

[djxman]

I've been wanting to do the same. Post some pics when you're done.

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[Kellycat]

Yeah I'd love to see the end results, just bought a black brass Vamo and was thinking of sanding/engraving patterns into the finish, if the brass base looks good enough I might just go all the way and use it as the base for a steampunk mod.

 

[Hiding]

There are some pictures in this thread: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/new-members-forum/399947-modded-vamo-vv-kanger-protank.html

 

[asf146]

yes I'll post pics when I finish will probably do it this weekend

 

[Fun-atic]

here is mine..

 

[asf146]

just about finished. will post pics soon. had some issues getting around the buttons lol

 

[The Ocelot]

Lol! The finish is coming off of mine just by holding it.

 

[Discord]

I tried this as well, but no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't get the top off. I've watched videos, used a lot of different tools and just couldn't get that thing loose.