[Elecraft] K2 paint wanted

[Dave Lankshear]

Many thanks to all who have replied with some good suggestions such as near
matches, mixing grey enamels and using a paint-matching service at a DIY or
automotive store.  Also, Elecraft may be able to provide a paint colour
code: Elecraft, hello???  

 

The liquid-in-a-pot was what I really wanted so scratches could be filled
and corners re-touched.  I find an excellent match and texture can be
achieved by dabbing the drying, skinned-over paint with a finger from lots
of different angles.  This adds a slight texture to the finish and achieves,
as near as possible, an "invisible mend."

 

An old friend, Bill K9YEQ, had an unopened pot that he's sending to me, with
both of us hoping the contents are still in a satisfactory condition.
Thanks, Bill.

 

Rather than using a Sharpie pen to touch in wear and chips on a K3, which
leaves a sort of purple reflective finish at some angles, I found that
Birchwood Casey super black gloss gun touch-in paint in a pen gave a good
and durable match, especially if dabbed with a finger, which reduces its
shine.  This will probably work with any make's black finish.

 

Many thanks and 73.  Dave, G3TJP