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Sir Edward

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Re: Blackening a helmet
« Reply #15 on: 2011-09-07, 14:13:33 »

I'd go with the non-glossy (often called "flat" or "matte") finish.
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Re: Blackening a helmet
« Reply #16 on: 2011-09-07, 17:30:59 »
Quote from: Sir Edward on 2011-09-07, 14:13:33

I'd go with the non-glossy (often called "flat" or "matte") finish.

Agreed
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Re: Blackening a helmet
« Reply #17 on: 2011-09-07, 17:37:46 »
agreed, just dont forget to start with some metal paint type primer and to clean the helm first.
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Re: Blackening a helmet
« Reply #18 on: 2011-09-07, 19:02:52 »
Yes, clean it first!!!
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