how to remove lacquer from badges - British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum

Jackhr · #1 30-03-21, 11:03 PM

Hi all
what is the best and safest way to remove old lacquer from badges ?

Jack

Luke H · #2 30-03-21, 11:25 PM

Generally a solvent like acetone or the like in modern polish remover.

Jackhr · #3 30-03-21, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Luke H

Generally a solvent like acetone or the like in modern polish remover.

Nail polish remover ??

Luke H · #4 31-03-21, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Jackhr

Nail polish remover ??

Yes

Home Guard · #5 31-03-21, 02:27 AM

That will also remove super-glue from your fingers.

Terry

dumdum · #6 31-03-21, 06:35 AM

I would also suggest placing the badges in boiling water, but don't let the vessel boil dry. Most lacquers are heat sensitive.

Paint stripper was also suggested but just watch it as the corrosive agent (caustic soda?) can colour the metal.

Oh, and also a heat gun as used for stripping paint but again not too much heat if you don't want your badges "toned".