So I decided after making the last Pewter parts that I really wanted the Hammer to match. So I went ahead and did just that As you can see its starting to really come together. I only have 3 more moulds to make. Hopefully I can get at least another done before the weekend and maaaaaaybe finish them all off next week!
I only gave it a light polish, there is some pitting going on so I need to fine tune my temperatures to get a nice smooth finish but I'm still happy for a first try.
Next I would like to experiment with applying a patina to the Pewter parts as the Hammer and Trigger should be Brass. I haven't done anything like electroplating before so if anyone has some advice please do let me know. I did do a little Google and I think I need to plate them with Nickle and then Brass?
I only gave it a light polish, there is some pitting going on so I need to fine tune my temperatures to get a nice smooth finish but I'm still happy for a first try.
Next I would like to experiment with applying a patina to the Pewter parts as the Hammer and Trigger should be Brass. I haven't done anything like electroplating before so if anyone has some advice please do let me know. I did do a little Google and I think I need to plate them with Nickle and then Brass?