Anyone ever use this to polish shoes? If so, what was your experience? Also, has anyone found a horsehair wheel attachment that fits (or can be retrofitted with a converter to the arbor)? Thanks!
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warning:do not use this buffer to polish shoes!!!!!!! special buffers and wheels are availible for this purpose.
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This thing will polish dull metal to a full shine.... I would not use this on your shoes It only has one speed and its extremely fast. It would eat right through the leather... probably even with a softer brush. Thats my two sense.
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In my opinion, it's too fast (speed) to buff shoes. As for the horsehair wheel, you have to google it. Hope this helps!
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Buff shoes- there is only one answer. 100% Horsehair brush. $10 or less at any shoe repair shop
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Alot depends on what you are using it for. It is more compact and less cumbersome than my sawsall. I mostly work on farm equipment and the size/configuration makes it handy for getting into places I can't access with the sawsall. As far as the shoe adjustment, it has never been an issue.
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Sure, it will work on all leathers. But I'd find a shoe polish that already contains conditioner as well as the color of the shoe. Just my thoughts. Some other really good products to also consider are: Bee Kind or Saphir.
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hey delores, i bought this kit and for the money was great... i don't know how large or small you are going with them but the spaces between the grit might be too great if your pieces are quarter size or smaller! i have no doubt it will polish, just don't know your process. any more questions i'll try to answer, mike
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Contact the company. I use it basically to repair soles of shoes, to hold them on the shoe.
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This gun may be a bit much for shoe. I used it on crown (craftsman style crown - so straight lines). It will leave a much bigger hole than a brad nailer, which is why I got the brad nailer too, which is a steal to get them both together. The brad nailer is perfect for base shoe and the more intricate parts of crown.
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Works very well for that purpose using a large tapered grinding stone. My podiatrist uses a similar tool for grinding nails.
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I have not. I'd imagine a warm damp cloth would be best. I'd probably try that before I went to leather cleaner and shoe polish. I've found that the buffing is the most important part for not having the polish rub off on you.
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I have not not used it in that manner, but with the right wheel it should work. You should be able to find sanding disks and wire brush wheels for this unit that could be used in that manner. Make sure you have the proper guards and wear proper protective equipment when using different wheels, especially wire wheels.
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GreetingsI am not sure what your machined wheel is made of, however this kit will polish most materials. Of course the harder material (carbon steel, stainless steel (even harder)) these materials take a lot more time. Then there is how much you call "little". Surface rash?
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I have no experience with working with rocks or garden stones, so my answer is based on what I know about the Dremel Stylus. This tool is certainly very amendable to a variety of craft projects, and I use it for polishing Premo or Sculpley clay. I have found during long bouts of sanding, smoothing and polishing, the Stylus overheats, and shuts off automatically to prevent the motor from burning out. So, if that's happening in my small scale usage, I think it will happen even more often for you and leave you feeling frustrated. If the return policy on the purchase allows you to return within 30 - 90 days and you're willing to give it a whirl, then buy it. It is very lightweight, affordable and versatile. I love mine and love finding new uses for it every day. I hope my response helps you. P.S. Contact Dremel's Customer Service and see what they have to say! Good luck to you!
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Dave: the first day out of the box I cut 200 lf of champion metal roofing. oiled lightly when I put the tool away. next day cut 60 lf. works just great. I let the tool do the work and not force anything. I always oil my tools. as for how long the bit lasts I have yet to ware it out. I think it is a good idea to have a spare on hand just in case when your on a job.
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Apply polish with a brush or rag, as you would if you were to manually polish with a brush. I just use the polisher to buff shoes or boots to a high gloss after brushing manually or to buff in between polishing.
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You pretty much just use a scrub brush to get off any dirt or other stuff that might stick to the bottom ... a damp rag does the rest. Easiest to clean shoes EVER!!!
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If it is leather, yes it can be used on it. I have also used this on canvas shoes without any problems.
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I don't know your answer, refer to the manual.My polisher is an old, old, Sears and I was just trying to find something for it.