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  1. 916Bulldogs123

    916Bulldogs123 Well-Known Member

    I was wondering if the bronze finish is worn off because these were made of spelter i think. She is 6 1/2" tall.
    Beautiful but she has this green all over her. More silver color under the green.
    Mikey
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    916Bulldogs123, Feb 24, 2022
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  2. moreotherstuff

    moreotherstuff Izorizent

    Yes, looks like wear to the surface finish.
     
    moreotherstuff, Feb 24, 2022
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  3. 916Bulldogs123

    916Bulldogs123 Well-Known Member

    We just couldn't leave it alone! @kyratango Not finished but what do you think?
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    916Bulldogs123, Feb 26, 2022
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    moreotherstuff Izorizent

    What (and how) are you doing to it?
     
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  5. 916Bulldogs123

    916Bulldogs123 Well-Known Member

    I used some fine steel wool to clean her up and smooth her features. Then airbrush the antique gold leaf.
     
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    moreotherstuff Izorizent

    It looks good.
     
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    916Bulldogs123 Well-Known Member

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    916Bulldogs123 Well-Known Member

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    I think she looks presentable now.
     
    916Bulldogs123, Feb 27, 2022
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    moreotherstuff Izorizent

    I would guess pretty much as originally intended.
     
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