King,
If you sand it to 1500 or 2000, and then polish, it should tame it enough. Mine is laid out 5 1/2 x 4 1/2, with the pin above the bridge. S & P should work, or you can try that layout, with just polish. Let me know how it comes out, if you choose to do it.
Dave
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