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Message 11 of 11
Posted by member Peter Cox on Wednesday 22 August 2018

BEWARE: I've just used Rustin's Brass Restorer and then mild steel wool, and it's taken a lot of the bright electroplating off the (presumably) brass nameplates. The brass is now showing through; I really should take them off and get them replated but that's a job for another day; meanwhile I've used the Rustin's metal lacquer.

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Message 10 of 11
Posted by member Hardy Editor on Friday 29 June 2018

I can confirm that this really does work well. The Rustin's metal lacquer makes sure it stays looking good after all of your efforts. It is well worth it.

Marie - HOC Editor

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Message 9 of 11
Posted by member Blue eyes on Friday 29 June 2018

Fantastic product, unbelievable result

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Posted by member Simon Kidd on Wednesday 15 March 2017

I'll be looking out for some Rustins!!!! Sound like super stuff!!! Thanks Andy! Best Regards Si Tech Ed.

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Posted by member Clive Ffitch on Thursday 23 February 2017

Thanks Andy, great tip, we're off to get some Rustin's!

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Posted by member andy matthews on Tuesday 21 February 2017

I have just reconditioned my Hardy nameplates to great effect! Initially use Rustin's Brass Restorer with wire wool. Wash off with soapy water and dry. Then use Brasso with a lint-free cloth and polish. Finally, Rustin's Metal Lacquer to seal and preserve shine. Brilliant!

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Posted by member Kim Maclean on Monday 21 May 2007

i am considering producing epoxy replacements for the hardy name badge with either hardy or the ships name on it. I would be interested to see if this is something hardy owners would be interested in. We plan to do it for our own boat this year and will let you see the results if anybodys interested send me an email sales@puffinproducts.co.uk

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Message 4 of 11
Posted by member Stephen Larkin on Sunday 20 May 2007

Peter as you well know doing nothing makes our boats deteriorate , I am surprised that you suggest doing nothing when I have clearly stated that doing my process ( listed above ) brings your Hardy nameplates to an ''as new'' condition . Regards Stephen .

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Posted by member Peter on Sunday 31 December 2006

I've a better idea than you all l dont bother tried it a couple of times looks worse after a season than if you leave it looking natural Peter yawn hardy ms carmi Anstruther

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Posted by member Stephen Larkin on Saturday 7 January 2006

Hi James, unscrew them and rub them hard with brillo pads , this sounds extreme but it will not harm the surface of the brass and will give you a great shine. Then use brasso to enhance the natural shine. When this is done you simply give them one coat of exterior yacht varnish, this will seal in your shine for the season . This process has been done on my pilot for the last 9 years and they still look like new ! STEPHEN LARKIN ( SUE - SUE )

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Posted by member James on Friday 6 January 2006

Happy new year btw :) I would like to give a shine back to the very tarnished Hardy nameplates on my Dad's boat.I understand that new ones from Hardy have the screw holes in different places and possibly are a different size.Could anyone suggest a way to rejuvenate the old,existing ones please?

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