I use Testors Enamel like you did. But, I use Testors thinner/brush cleaner on folded up tissue paper to clean off the excess paint. The folded tissue is stiffer than a paper towel and doesn’t go below the surface. I like using the brush cleaner/thinner because a little is left behind in the paint fill area on top of the new paint and levels the surface as it evaporates and the paint dries. I do 2 coats of the Testors and it lasts a LONG time. I also like the Testors Enamel because aster it dries for about 4-5 days, even grip solvent won’t damage it. Nice video 👍🏻
I’ve heard of this technique as well, but haven’t gotten to the putter I want to try it on yet. I’ve also heard nail polish is a good paint to use, but somebody correct me if I’m wrong.
Good content - just a suggestion if you use a needle instead of a brush to “dropper flood ” in the colours to the recesses the finish comes out perfect with no wiping or residue.
I would glass bead blast those callaways and then paint fill.the glass bead (at least 150+ grit)is gonna give it that matte oem finish.cheers!thx for the channel !
I have been refurbing clubs and experimenting with all kinds of paint fills, varnish and generally any idea which came into my head. I finally found the 👌 perfect fill with a full colour range. I use acrylic paint pens (30 colour pack £9 amazon) mixed in with a couple of drops of clear matt nail varnish. Great colour rangewith superb durability. For larger infills such as logos etc mix the chosen colour with a little epoxy resin. It gives an almost gem-like finish. Most importantly... never rush the process. The results can be amazing .
Great video. Like the silver. BTW, for the Nike driver, I made a shim and glued a shaft in from an old club. Works great. Thank you for giving me the courage to try.
Using very fine sharpie paint pens works best for me. I have been playing around with stamping clubs as well. Stamps have to be DEEP to hold the paint well. Great video! Blue and white all the way!
Really cool. I’ve always wanted to do something like this for wedges but have been nervous. This seems really easy. Thanks for showing us all the great content.
I have done this with nail polish then let dry a bit then use nail polish remover and it work great no residue around the outside of numbers or letters. also i like the masters colors
The pens do work best from my experience. It’s a lot easier filling in on those tight spots, less clean up and rework! However, you need to use pens that have a fine tip and some times that makes for a hard time deciding when the store you get them from doesn’t have the colors you want.
A piece of steel wool works great for getting off excess paint without scratching the metal... don't scrub like a maniac!! Sometimes acetone can get real tricky!!
I would use the yellow for the numbering and model name, the white for the Callaway logo, and paint the cavity itself with the green, just the deepest facet of the cavity that has the ridges.
White Callaway name; Red “X” and iron number; black or yellow for anything else. I used nail polish previously. It may be too heavy and brittle, so it did not stay in place. I started using spay paint applied with tiny brush - a much lighter application.
We have something in the uk called GPaint which has a small dropper bottle so much easier to fill and not get paint around the head. I use white spirit to wipe off much cheaper than acetone. I have found that it is easier to wipe off immediately even with chrome, particularly when the lettering isn’t very deep. I like silver/gold option but I would paint the X silver. I’m a bit of a fan of lime green and white or black but it’s not for everyone!
For large fills, if you're going to use a brush, use some masking tape and rub the tape to create a depression. Use a utility knife and very carefully cut around the letters/numbers and then brush the paint into the area. Then you can let it dry and remove the tape and it should be better. Otherwise, do what everyone else is saying and use a dropper of some sort. (A legitimate syringe may be the best)
That I don't know about. Need to find a refinisher for that. Not sure what they use to ensure a more lasting finish (not that any of them last that long).
AJ, any tips on removing the paint on really shallow/thin logos? Every time I go to wipe away the paint gently with acetone it cleans out the inside and I have to start again…
I'm not great at the process. I try to just very gently wipe across the surface without pressing into the indentation. Some times requires going back and repeating the process.
Does anyone have any tips on chipped chrome? a Titleist AP2 6 iron has a piece of chrome missing on the bottom of the club face, looking for suggestions. thanks