DL-44 Denix C96 - Still services to make them more accurate?

[PVmodels]

The blaster is completely disassembled now. I spent some time filing the grips so that they sit better on the handle. Then moved on to stripping the upper. I am making faster progress compared to working on the small parts. Perhaps because it’s larger and has more open area to work or maybe I am getting better at this. I am using the file sparingly. Mostly to remove the mold circles and on larger defects. I posted a pic of one side that shows how porous the denix surface is. That was sanded with 400. I switched over to 220 which removes the finish and smoothes the metal surface. Then 400 over that to remove the larger scratching. Still lots to do but going well so far.

 

[PVmodels]

I spoke too soon. It was not difficult to get the finish off the denix. But the devil is always in the details. I’ve spent way more time reshaping sections and sharpening the lines on the upper. Every part of it is twisted or slanted or has low spots. Still work to do on the other side of it.

 

[tehguitarist]

Absolutely putting me to shame!

 

[Halliwax]

……wow, talk about smooth…

 

[PVmodels]

……wow, talk about smooth…

I need to research more about how the finish should be before using aluminum black. But that is how smooth it is after 400 grit sandpaper. I was able to use long strokes and it came out with a nice brushed looking finish.

The more I work on it l, the more excited I get about the potential. Which also makes me think about doing more to it! The weak spot for me is under the hammer. So while I am sanding away, I am thinking about alternatives for the lower.