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Engine Turning Kit - Standard Engine Turning Kit
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SKU: 080558100
Overview
This kit is designed for creating a jeweled finish on firearm parts such as hammers, triggers, and rifle bolts. It is suited to shooters and gunsmiths who want a complete set of consumables and instructions in one package rather than sourcing each item separately. The Standard Kit is intended primarily for flat surfaces, while the Deluxe option adds a brush holder assembly for more controlled use on flat or curved surfaces. For best results, the kit is meant to be used in a drill press.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Includes Everything
Needed to produce a jeweled
Standard Kit
Is suited for primarily flat
Saves Time
Cost versus buying individual pieces
Contains Twelve
E/T brushes, O-rings, heat shrink
Complete Kit
Contents are clearly specified for
Key Features
- Standard kit includes two E/T brush sets and 120 grit silicon carbide abrasive.
- Designed to produce an attractive jeweled finish on hammers, triggers, and rifle bolts.
- Includes twelve E/T brushes, 24 O-rings, heat shrink tubing, Do-Drill, and instructions.
- Intended primarily for use on flat surfaces.
- Best results are achieved when used in a drill press.
Best Used For
- Hunters refinishing flat metal parts like hammers, triggers, and rifle bolts.
- Users wanting a complete kit for producing a jeweled finish without buying pieces separately.
- Shop owners or hobbyists working primarily on flat surfaces with a drill press.
- Those needing a kit with brushes, abrasive, and instructions in one package.
Specifications
| Brush Holder Assembly | No |
|---|---|
| Included Abrasive | One 4 oz. container of 120 grit silicon carbide abrasive |
| Included Brushes | 12 E/T brushes |
| Included Fluid | 1 oz. bottle of Do-Drill |
| Included Heat Shrink Tubing | Two 4-inch lengths |
| Included O Rings | 24 O-rings |
| Instructions Included | Yes |
| Kit Type | Standard Engine Turning Kit |
| Recommended Tool | Drill press |
| Recommended Use | Primarily flat surfaces |
Pros
- Includes everything needed to produce a jeweled finish on common gun parts.
- Standard kit is suited for primarily flat surfaces.
- Saves time and cost versus buying individual pieces separately.
- Contains twelve E/T brushes, O-rings, heat shrink tubing, abrasive, and instructions.
- Complete kit contents are clearly specified for straightforward setup.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The Standard Kit is described as best suited for flat surfaces, so it may be less versatile than the Deluxe Kit for curved workpieces.
- Best results are intended with a drill press, which adds a setup requirement if you were hoping for hand-tool use.
- The kit is focused on producing a jeweled finish on parts like hammers, triggers, and rifle bolts, so it is specialized rather than a general-purpose finishing solution.
- The included abrasive is 120 grit silicon carbide, so the finish outcome is tied to that specific grit rather than offering multiple grit options in the kit.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gun cleaning and maintenance tools
- Gunsmithing tools and supplies
- Drill press accessories
- Firearm finishing and polishing kits
Suggested Accessories
- Abrasive compound
- Brush replacement set
- Drill press
- Honing stone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Standard Engine Turning Kit?
The Standard Kit includes two E/T Brush sets and a container of 120 grit silicon carbide abrasive. The listed specs also say each kit contains twelve E/T brushes, 24 O-rings, two 4-inch lengths of heat shrink tubing, one 4 oz. container of 120 grit Silicon Carbide Abrasive, a 1 oz. bottle of Do-Drill, and complete instructions.
What kinds of parts is this kit intended for?
The description says it is meant to produce an attractive, jeweled finish on hammers, triggers, rifle bolts, and similar parts.
Is the Standard Kit meant for flat or curved surfaces?
The description says to use the Standard Kit if you primarily work on flat surfaces.
Does this kit require any special equipment to get the best results?
Yes. The description says the kits should be used in a drill press for the best results.
What is the difference between the Standard Kit and the Deluxe Kit?
The Deluxe Kit adds the E/T Brush Holder Assembly, which is described as giving just the right amount of brush pressure against the work piece. The description says the Deluxe Kit is intended to produce a great finish on flat or curved surfaces, while the Standard Kit is recommended primarily for flat surfaces.