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Bowlin for Beer

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Brunswick Rough Buff and High Gloss Polishes
« on: November 03, 2009, 05:51:12 AM »
Does anyone know what grit polishes these would be comparable to ?
1200 and 2000 ?  Other ?

the pro shop I go to doesn't use Brunswick polishes.

Thanks.

 

DON DRAPER

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Re: Brunswick Rough Buff and High Gloss Polishes
« Reply #1 on: November 03, 2009, 09:09:20 PM »
both of these products from brunswick contain no grit or grit rating. rough buff is basically rubbing and finishing compound. it will add a matte finish to the ball and increase length slightly. it will have more length than a dull ball but better bite in the oil than a polished ball. the factory finish high gloss polish should add 3-4' in length and more backend reaction when it hits the dry part of the lane.

dizzyfugu

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Re: Brunswick Rough Buff and High Gloss Polishes
« Reply #2 on: November 04, 2009, 02:22:10 AM »
AFAIK, Rough Buff is a VERY coarse rubbing compound, and it is recommended to use with a 220 grit sanded base - righteously. It will mellow out the deep sanding lines, levelling the "hills and valleys" on the surface, also keeping the surface itself open. The result looks much like a 2.000-4.000 Abralon wet sanded ball, but the texture is different, and you will IMHO see a more even reaction. RB is also tricky to handle, because it is so abrasive. Beware!

The High Gloss polish is IMO a fine rubbing compound. It definitiely contains some grit, it also levels out sanding lines, but on a much finer level. Compared to RB it really adds length, but extender polishes have more to offer. Personally, I like it as an everyday polish on anything glossy - I use a 1.500 grit basis, and that combo has worked for me on a lot of balls from different manufacturers.
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