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• NEED WEATHERING HELP: copper scale chain needs blackening agent--Micro Mark has some--expensive for minimal use--vinegar work maybe? *NM*
  • Vinegar will just etch is slightly making it brighter copper *LINK*
    • Thanks for the source and the tips. Much appreciated. *NM*
  • Is it such that you could run a fat magic marker over it? *NM*
    • Hadn't thought of that, Charlie. The chain is 40 links/inch and I'm not sure how to get on the inside of the links--gonna give it a try, though. *NM*
  • Liver of Sulfur is the classic darkening patina for bronze, brass, and copper. Depending on the surface, the strength of the solution, and the application method, it will produce a golden brown to a burgundy black patina. *NM*
    • Never heard of such a product. Thanks for the source, Raymond. *NM*