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 Posted: Mon Oct 3rd, 2011 10:08 am
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timesofplenty



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 I've not used the LoS gel, but am surprised how long it's taking to produce a result. When I rec'd my bronze buckle I heated some water and dissolved some rocks in it, submerged the buckle and before long it was nearly black.
When treating the 1500b I prepared the solution and applied it with a cotton swab. The reaction was instant, and continued until neutralized with baking soda & water.
I reapplied a few weeks later with room temperature water and the result was nearly the same. I've not treated it in several weeks (10/03/2011 pics below).
If anyone has a bead or craft store nearby, check to see if they have the chunks (rocks). They're only $6 at the shop near my house, which is <1/3 the cost of the gel.