What size glass bead media?

[Orangecar]

Anybody know what size glass bead media to use to recreate the finish on gen three S&W semi autos? Thanks

 

[armorer951]

Some excellent research and information here.....

Glass Bead Media Testing on 5906 Frame

645 Refinishing Fun

 

[Orangecar]

Thanks for the info, great job on the work, got a 5906 that needs TLC !

 

[terrancemc]

Glass Bead Media

The correct media is 270 grit, available from Brownells. I have been using it for over 20 years with excellent results. This was told to me by Jimmy Rae of the Performance Center at the 2004 NRA convention in Pittsburgh.

 

[Gunhacker]

The correct media is 270 grit, available from Brownells. I have been using it for over 20 years with excellent results. This was told to me by Jimmy Rae of the Performance Center at the 2004 NRA convention in Pittsburgh.

Unfortunately it's only sold in 50 lb. buckets.... that's a lot of media for needing to only do a gun or two.

Has anyone else located a source that sells smaller quantities?

 

[Llance]

blast media

You might try Harbor Freight. AS i remember they have smaller bulk packages. I have a friend who never changes the bead in his blast cabinet just adds to the bin when low. It gives a wonderfull fine finish on the rifles and shotguns i refurbish.

Llance