I look forward to part two. Any suggestions would be nice. Hey, Im Zach, the founder of The DIY Golfer! Yeah, it works and makes it dark, for about 3 rounds. You can however blacken and seal stainless steel, afterwards it is a fairly durable finish. Paste as plain text instead, The process in detail is explained: Step One: Replace the shaft Begin by looking at the quality of your shaft. Not all putters are eligible for face milling. [/quote] Once the putter is clean and ready to go though, you're ready for the big refinish. Area Options: Toe Bumper, Heel Bumper, Toe Face, Sole. Throw some pics up once you finish it! Anxiously awaiting part II. PLEASE NOTE- If no instructions for paint fills are provided in the Special Instructions, we will use a designers choice placement of your chosen colors. Raw Finish for Carbon Steel: Keep dry & oiled when not in play, a comprehensive list of additional services to completely customize your putter. By raw, I meant the natural finish without rust. Host virtual events and webinars to increase engagement and generate leads. Mind you I have a manganese bronze Anser and not the BeCu models. "A putter can bring you out of trouble after three horrendous shots or make you look like a complete idiot after just one. I have been going crazy trying to find something the use to redo them myself. Fast forward a few years, and my journal, The DIY Golfer, has been viewed by millions of golfers worldwide looking to do the same with their games. Something besides spraypaint that is. 2. This is actually a true "black oxide"process and as such can, well, oxidize (read: rust) your putter. Thanks MGS. [/quote] Microfiber Polish Cloth. Mills putters! PLEASE NOTE PLAYING LENGTH IN SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS. Take your time with it though, and you can get some VERY cool results. I'm not that critical, so it may not bother me, but if it does, I will definitely do as your both mentioned. Hey, Im Zach, the founder of The DIY Golfer! Upload or insert images from URL. I liked that onejust wonder how it wears. Wont harm paint fill You forgot the disclaimer though. Id like one of each please. No maintenance besides keeping it dry and using the headcover. Black Oxide - Putters - GolfWRX I just redid a Circa 62 #3. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Cool finishes, but this list needs to be updated with White Ghost finishes and some new refinishing companies. PGA CHAMPIONSHIP - ANY TIPS FOR THOSE WHO'VE BEEN TO OAK HILL?? I want to see more! All of these processes have been written up in these forums - just do a quick search and you should be able to find all the answers you need. *De-rust it in CLR, that shouldn't take the original finish off should it? Yeah, it works and makes it dark, for about 3 rounds. I might have to get in touch with Tom and see what he can do for the old flatstick. Sometimes, I'll send them photos of the work right after polishing when the putter is ready for black oxide or PVD. Light pressure and you can control the contours better. How to Refinish a Putter - SportsRec - Golf Week Putter refinish from Ping - Putters - GolfWRX As far as black oxide goes, there are a few options available, and all will have different effects upon the putter. I have a custom from Tom. Runs about $40, inc. shipping. [quote name='RookieBlue7' date='10 May 2010 - 08:05 PM' timestamp='1273532728' post='2433366'] There are, however, quite a few I do like and quite a few I will try to replicate in work I do for people (experimenting on my own practice putters of course, as I have quite a few I strip down from time to time and try different techniques with). Since you have a Scotty (read: a carbon steel putter) this stuff should work fine. This ad slot costs $500 per month. Upgrade your straight or flare tip putter shaft. It's tough to get stainless black. I use a 3M flap wheel in a hand drill that is clamped in a vise. Growing up, Hissam recalls his parents hiring a caddie to babysit him while they played. How To Restore And Customize Your Putter (Part 1) - YouTube Let's see if they can keep it going against Philly/Boston. Only use one of these chemicals; do not mix them. Like some of the others here, I had no idea such a thing was possible. [quote name='mac94' timestamp='1332634309' post='4572476'] Muriatic Acid (be careful with this!)4. Dark gray is more accurate. The others completely refinish them, removing dings and everything. Black Oxide is a finish that will wear over time and owners of black oxide putters need to take precautions to ensure the finish lasts. The PGA of America is made up of nearly 29,000 PGA Professionals who are ready to help you further your love for the game of golf. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, (your email address will not be published), Reader to Reader Bobby Jones Black Lineup Review, Community Review TaylorMade Spider SI Putter, Cobra BiO Cell Irons A MyGolfSpy Community Review, Callaway Golf Names New CEO (Chip Brewer). Butdont worry he will be back making putters soonand you will be glad after you see what the man can do to a putter. Power your marketing strategy with perfectly branded videos to drive better ROI. By So a high gloss finish can possibly be had if bespoken for. Helps protect and restore finishes Not so much on SS. What a tease! I like all the refinishes except maybe the golf finish. Refinish your putter in a deep black finish - available in shiny, satin or matte for carbon steel putters. "It's essentially turning your old favorite brand new again," he said. My name is Adam Beach. It looks a little cheap. Prevents rust and corrosion I feel the work I do is a reflection of who I am and the idea behind If you're thinking it's time to ditch it for a new, prettier model, you might want to think again. Wow! Or a grinding wheel? Let us know how it turns out. As far as black oxide goes, there are a few options available, and all will have different effects upon the putter. Here are the two that I use: Glass Beads - for general refinishing, you will need 80-120 grit glass beads. How To Black Out Your Putter (Putter Customization) - YouTube Option 2 - Go to a company called Caswell online, and order their Stainless Steel black oxide treatment. For the topline, I prfer using a Fine grade metal file. I created this site while playing D1 collegiate golf with a simple missionI wanted to learn the golf swing and get better at golf myself. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I dont know why I like that more than the rest. But while Bruce is working on his next projectcheck out some of the other places (aka: Putter Day Spas) you can give your putter a special treatment. Antique Copper Putter Finish. Clear editor. How to do a Black Oxide Finish on Golf Putter - YouTube Cant wait to get these old boys sparkling and sinking putts again. Clubs may come and go, but everyone keeps that one putter that won their club championship, a high school match, was their father's or grandfather's or just pulled them out of a 3-way press on the 18th. A couple weeks ago we highlighted Slighter Golf and his step-by-step process of How A Putter Is Made!. Just make sure that the pack includes a sisal wheel and a cloth wheel. By [color=#008000][b]Irons:[/b] [/color]Titleist (4-PW) Play with it for a few rounds to be sure you like it and putt well with it. Acetone will do that nicely. Your link has been automatically embedded. From what Ive read, you have to be careful of spatering hot oil. You cannot put a black oxide finish on stainless steel, only carbon steel. And as a matter of fact, you can refinish a golf putter in three main steps which are summarized as shaft and new grip replacement followed by putter head repair. -Kansas[/i]. In case you did not hear, Bruce has actually just recently resigned from Sizemore. Note: when finding a bench grinder, the size of the grinder doesn't matter. The solvent takes about 15 minutes to dry, so you have some time to make final adjustments to it. Rain, sand, pesticides, club dings and thousands of perfectly struck putts (or not-so-well-struck putts) can reek havic on the finish and appearance of a putter. [/quote] Then decide if you want to spend extra $$ for refinishing. Basically, he can do to your putter what he did to the one his dad gave him as an 11-year-old boy. My Cameron is going into its 4th season with this type of finish and it looks practically brand new still. I like the idea of taking an old putter and turning it into a rockstar for less than buying a new putter. But, I can re-mill the face as well for an additional charge. Thanks for the links I may just have to check into doing this, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. As someone who's refinished 2 putters myself though, I say go for it! Option 3 - Torching. Carbon steel doesn't take much to rust. Ya' gotta rep the Habs + Canada! By raw, I meant the natural finish without rust. Enter your email below and Ill send you a free, 3-part video series that walks you through the single most important factor in striking the ball dead center every time. How to Refinish a Stainless Steel Putter in "Black Oxide", How to do a "Fade" Paint-fill on a Scotty Cameron Putter, How to do a "Logo" Paint-Fill on a Scotty Cameron Putter, Q-Tips- for applying the Liquid Gun Blue- if you purchase the kit, these are unnecessary. Pretty sweet! Teryllium's look great either way, but keeping it raw will be difficult. Once you get some experience, grinders are the ticket. Caswell's Stainless Steel Blackener is a great finish to apply to a Scotty Cameron putter, or any other modern-day putter. For hard to remove paint, you can pour small amounts of the acetone and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Rub the engravings to remove the paint fill. Tom is very affordable. The best finish for me is probably QPQ Melonite..For the best results the material should be carbon steel (raw). Put on proper safety gear such as respirator, splash goggles and protective gloves. 7 years ago. This may take a few attempts. He passed away a few years ago and once I pulled that putter out of my bag, all the memories came flooding back about my dad and when we played. A few of them appear to be variations on a torched finish. Carbon will rust over time because of the low nickel and chrome content. Sandblasting 101 (for golf) | The DIY Golfer I am a guy who wakes up with one goal: do the right thing. If the head is carbon it is. I like the Dark Oil the most, the Iron ore close behind. The only thing that might deter me off of BOS is that they dont remove dings and such. Inspire employees with compelling live and on-demand video experiences. The best advice is to keep the headcover on it and keep it dry. 13 Amazing Putter Finishes. When polished the process leaves a dark rich color that resist rusting attack from harsh golf course chemicals and leaves a micro thin hardened outer layer that also prevents minor dings and scratches. I like the nickel, but I am a traditional kind of guy. Bright paint fill colors will . This change in our services expands the . The metal is nice and soft and responds well to filing for the top-line. You will get to learn how Tom re-welds in a new location. Black Oxide putters should never be left in wet conditions and should be wiped down with a dry cloth after play. Looking forward to the next articles and gathering all my old flatsticks. If you're wondering how that's possible, you may want to take the time to learn a little about a gentleman from North Carolina named Ken Hissam. The key to Hissam's ability to bring that old putter back to life is all in the preparation. I guess that is the difference between hacks and the professionals. Don't waste your money on Caswell's cold black ox kit. If you want black ox, pay someone to do a hot black ox. This site gets an average of 28k pageviews per month. I prefer to use CLR rather than coke since it's a) about the same price, b) WAY faster, and c) doesn't leave a sticky residue. Option 1 - go to any outdoorsy store that sells guns (Dicks, Cabela's, Bob's Gun Emporium), and buy a bottle of gun blue. Sounds easy, but in practice takes a steady hand and LOTS of patience. Check out putterlounge.com they did mine in white with a black oxide face. Next switch to 220 paper on a block wet I may need to push back new wedges another year so I can get my putters refinished. The gold finish is a little too much for me. The DIY Golfer. You can post now and register later. Big win tonight. Stainless is more durable, as it will tolerate the elements a lot better than carbon. Day 1 - Putter Refinishing (Slighter Golf) The putter in this article was refinished and completely tricked-out by Tom Slighter at Slighter Golf if you are looking to have your putter refinished or just want to give it an awesome overhaul go get a free quote now from Slighter Golf with his "Refinished Putters Price Quote Service" he does . My thing is do I need to refinish my old school Ping Zing or just stick with my Slighter Seattle..so many decisions to be made. You can however blacken and seal stainless steel, afterwards it is a fairly durable finish. Actually seen his site beforemight be contacting him soon ;). Next, I will send them photos of the putter when it's completely restored for their approval. The latest news & stories from PGA Member Events. They just look like the sit so well. The choice of a Custom Shop finish with restoration has been simplified. So many golfers have a big collection of puttersalthough some of them we are not that proud to show off. I wanted to see the putter how he saw it all those years ago. This place, this site, its more than just a business to me, it truly is an expression of who I am and what I believe in, down to my core. Learn how your comment data is processed. Yes, black oxide generally requires more upkeep on a carbon putter. Harder to screw it up. Then slide the grip onto the shaft, making sure it's as far as it will go down the shaft. Please be specific in details of the colors and location of paint fills in Special Instructions below. If you're thinking of doing this as a DIY, you have a few options available. So why refinish an old putter instead of dropping $300+ on a new one, off the rack? Black oxide or blackening is a conversion coating for ferrous materials, such as stainless steel, and carbon. Preliminary Steps-Before doing this finish, you must: Remove the nicks and dings Beadblast with 80-120 grit glass beads Clean with dish soap and water Rinse with distilled water (you won't get a smooth finish if you rinse with regular water) Materials Needed Caswell's Stainless Steel Blackener Welding different neck styles can adjust the face balance and loft and Lie on your putter. The only thing I have found, which isn't an option due to the cost ($120 per gallon of so) is a product form Birchwood Casey's commercial division. Hissam is a self-described "putter geek" whose first memories of playing the game are on the putting green. MEMBER REVIEWS: Cleveland Frontline Elite Putters! It is really cool to see how the process unfolds. Read the latest feature stories from the PGA of America to learn how the game is growing on and off the course. Fast forward a few years, and my journal, The DIY Golfer, has been viewed by millions of golfers worldwide looking to do the same with their games. You'll discover it's more than just a golf lesson. Go Habs Go, indeed. the work I do is more important than the work itself. I love it! Any suggestions would be nice. My Cameron is going into its 4th season with this type of finish and it looks practically brand new still. You cannot paste images directly. See What Members Are Saying! It also knocks off dings and other marks. Black oxideis a conversion coating formed by a chemical reaction produced when parts are immersed in the alkaline aqueous salt solution operated at approximately 285 degrees F. The reaction between the iron of the ferrous alloy and the hotoxidebath produces a magnitite (Fe3 O4) on the actual surface of the part. The art of refinishing or restoring a putter - PGA of America Another bit of advice is to keep it in your hands and not in the air, meaning don't throw it!". Just an opinion to the value of Scotty Cameron putters. The deep black finish provides an optimal contrast between putter site lines and the golf ball, helping players line the putter up square and consistently on every putt. Refinishing golf clubs (mostly putters) is a fun hobby anyone can do at home. *Possibly use a metal file and sand paper to fix up the topline. Tiger Nick Golf - Golf Club Refinishing, Custom Golf Clubs, Golf "For example, if there are really bad dings in the face, then we may not be able to save the milling. You can do a flame finsh at home in your garage. This site gets an average of 28k pageviews per month. That started my quest.". Display as a link instead, I recommend purchasing the bench . Putter: [url="http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/371733-cameron-circa-62-no-2-cameron-stitchback-grip-candidate-for-refinishing-putter-sold/"]http://www.golfwrx.cng-putter-sold/[/url] 1. Pour either acetone, ammonia or bleach into the large metal bowl or pot. This process leaves the putter in more of a matte dark grey-black colour (depending on the time you leave it in the solution). But you know that they (the putters) are all just sitting there (wherever you decided to store them) saying to themselves, if I only had a new paint job and had a couple less dingshe would put me back in the bagI just know it! We all know putters talkor why else would we be talking to them all these years? How to Refinish a Carbon Steel Putter with Black Oxide on Vimeo Copyright 2023. Please enable JavaScript to experience Vimeo in all of its glory. Enter your email below and Ill send you a free, 3-part video series that walks you through the single most important factor in striking the ball dead center every time. I am a guy who wakes up with one goal: do the right thing. Includes removal of dents and scratches, finish application, and color fills up to four colors. [quote name='Kyle_Bourgeois' date='07 May 2010 - 09:43 PM' timestamp='1273286611' post='2428237'] How To Paint Fill A PutterRefinish A Putter! - MyGolfSpy Your link has been automatically embedded. MEMBER REVIEWS: Cleveland Frontline Elite Putters! It will leave a slightly shiny dark blue or black finish on the head of the putters, and usually does well preserving the metal. [color=#008000][b]Hybrid:[/b][/color] 816 - 18* GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 24, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 17, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 10, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 27, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 20, Please put and questions or comments here, Please put any questions or comments here. Big win tonight. Clear editor. One of the chemicals is Blue and Rust Remover. Parker go check out Day 2you can see more! Get one of those free quotesmight be cheaper then you think CJ. You see, I dont actually see myself in the golf business at all, I am in the business of caring. Just teasing Also I plan to redo the paint fill. Simichrome Metal Polish. (Sidenote - this is the process I used on one of my putters. As for pantfill, it's another one of those easy-if-you-take-your-time things. Before Starting This Tutorial, Your Putter Must Be removed from shaft All nicks and dings removed Beadblasted with 80-120 grit glass beads Washed with dish soap and water Materials Needed Birchwood Casey Gun Blue With respect to those restorers out there and their quality work. Putter Restoration Refinishing - Kickstandputters.com We suggest bright colors or the all black paint fills. Today we are covering a popular topic with putter lovers right nowand that ishow to get your putter customized or refinished like brand new again or even give it a whole new look altogether. in various different depths. Ship to: 2343 Taylor Dr West Linn Ore 97068 *Leave "Cameron" on the back white I would try giving Ping a call to find out more on what the refinishing process. Your previous content has been restored. Going to university in the US and graduating in a few days! [i]The answer, my friend, is blowin' in the wind. [/quote] MyGolfSpy, INC. All rights reserved. But what happens when that beloved putter is in rough shape? document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. So if you have a couple beat up oldies but goodies laying around the house this might just inspire you to give the old friend another chance at being your main squeeze. I'm also Canadian! Remove the hosel? A black polymer finish is an excellent alternative for stainless steel. Very unique. Hissam and the caddies spent all that time on a putting green. If no length is noted, we will install a standard 35 shaft. Black and White putter shafts are the most popular and are available for straight in .355, .370 and flair tip straight designs. Custom Shop Finishes - Scotty Cameron I was wondering if anybody has any information about how to refinish a putter by yourself, using black oxide. I know, Scotties are carbon steel, no SS, but the solution works the same (actually, better) on carbon steel. But if I had to pick one right now, I think Id go with Purple Haze. You cannot put a black oxide finish on stainless steel, only carbon steel. You have to touch it up too much. Black Oxide - Norcal Putters, Inc. Black Oxide Golf Club Refinishing - All You Need To Know I have been going crazy trying to find something the use to redo them myself. Chemical Protective Gloves: https://amzn.to/2Qp7FXABlog Post: https://www.thediygolfer.com/how-to-refinish-a-stainless-steel-putter-in-black-oxide/Music Credit: https://www.bensound.com Please Note Transparent Colors are Ideal for Lighter Color Finishes (Candy White, Raw Stainless Steel), Address: Build a site and generate income from purchases, subscriptions, and courses. Sounds good to me - looking forward to seeing the finished pics! BOS would make the cut, but Id pick them 4th out of the bunch unless it was an old school Cameron that I wanted the original finish on (Oil Can Classics or TeI3s, since they did the original finishes on them). Sometimes it gets put in timeout (as if it's the putter's fault we're missing those testy knee-knockers), but for many, we seem to always turn back to old reliable. All the latest stories & news from the Major PGA Championships. Bead blast the club before you apply the sealer, but after you have applied the SS Blackener. Once you get some experience, grinders are the ticket. Seems like the gold is not a favorite of many. Eye opening. Don't waste your money on Caswell's cold black ox kit. 80112, | Black Oxide on Carbon Steel Putter Finish | Putter Lounge, page-template,page-template-full_width,page-template-full_width-php,page,page-id-150,page-child,parent-pageid-5,theme-elision,woocommerce-no-js,ajax_leftright,page_not_loaded,,mac,no_animation_on_touch,wpb-js-composer js-comp-ver-3.6.12,vc_responsive. 8) Mix the professional epoxy (cure rate 24 hours) and glue them making sure the spine position is in the correct spot and make sure they have the same amount of glue to maintain a consistent swing weight. This is a simple finish that doesn't cost all that much, and looks great, especially on old T.P.
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