Well, I did it! After reading Glenn's tute on redistributing the Japanning using denatured alcohol and a bit of linseed oil with cloths I tried the method on my New Home Climax. The results were superb. It was clear the method worked and a bit more aggressive application was all that was needed to remove what was left of the Singer 27 decals.
Using 0000 steel wool and the above mentioned solution, gentle swirls and the decals came off! If quickly wiped with clean shop towels, the finish was shiny too. Now, the worn or scratched up surface will be touched up with black paint and new decals applied. So glad I was brave and tried this.
Pics to come.
Last edited by redbugsullivan; 06-29-2012 at 07:37 PM.
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