First XM refinish

[Dukeman24]

Hey guys! I just wanted to show you all my first X-metal refinish! The frames were already XM, but the nosebridge had a nice scuff/scratch on it, so I decided I would just blast them and see what happens...I knew I could always send them to a professional if I didn’t like the end result.

From everything I read on here, I knew I had the right media for the XM finish, but I read in older posts that some have a step after blasting (which I didn’t do) anyways...let me know what you think!

Also, if any of you know what I could add for a protective coat, that doesn’t change the color, I’d appreciate some feedback!

 

[ShortChangeHero]

Wow that looks pretty legit.

 

[Dukeman24]

Thanks man...they were a little light after blasting, so I added a little coat of this oil and let em dry

 

["TRUMP"]

Did you refinish them while they were assembled?

 

[Nortika]

Looks good

 

[pjd1234]

Very nice

 

[THE X-MAN]

Always refinish assembled......

 

[Dukeman24]

Did you refinish them while they were assembled?

I did...I didn’t wanna worry with putting back the tedious washer

Did you refinish them while they were assembled?

 

[THE X-MAN]

You could use a flat clear coat to darken them up.......

 

[Dukeman24]

Always refinish assembled......

Any specific brand/kind you like?? Aside from the oil, I had NO idea what to do...I don’t have a paint sprayer...