Smith and wesson bead blast finish

[johnny blaze]

I have a S&W 686 CS - 1 revolver. These have the bead blast finish.
I have some shiny spots on it where carrying it has polished the finish.
I read awhile back somewhere, where it could be touched up using an abrasive product like scotch brite, sandpaper, etc, but I cannot remember where I read it.
I really do not want to re do the finish, as the spots are really not that bad. Anyone know what can be used to match the spots to the rest of the finish?
Any information would be appreciated.

 

[Drail]

I have the exact same issue you describe on a 696 L frame I bead blasted years ago when I had access to a nice bead blaster. Little marks invariably show up from use. I have never found any technique that will match the blasted finish. I did see a guy lay a piece of 220 grit wet or dry on the shiny spot and tap on it with a wooden dowel. Close maybe, but still visible. I am going to find a bead blaster and just redo the whole frame and cylinder. I have been told that most automotive machining shops have the equipment. Don't know if they would do a gun frame.

 

[johnny blaze]

Thanks for the reply. That is what I was afraid of. Probably have to blast it to get it back to normal.