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Felt Polishing Wheels - 8'''' Medium Felt Polishing Wheel 5/8'''' Arbor
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SKU: 088181625
Overview
This 8-inch medium felt polishing wheel is intended for careful finishing work where a controlled, professional polish is the goal. It is made from closely controlled-density felt and is factory trued, with final touch-up truing possibly needed before use. The wheel is 1 inch thick, uses a 1-inch arbor, and includes an adapter for compatibility with common spindle sizes. It is suited to users who want to follow established polishing technique and match the wheel choice to the polish grit and machine speed.
Why Hunters Choose the Bacon Felt Company
Professional Gunsmith-proven
Preferred for polishing work
Closely Controlled
Felt density supports a refined
Factory Trued
Wheels reduce setup time before
Includes One
Multiple arbor sizes supported
Clear Speed
Guidance helps match wheel size
Key Features
- 8-inch medium felt polishing wheel for gunsmithing and polishing work
- 1-inch thick wheel with a 5/8-inch arbor adapter supplied
- Factory trued for use, with final touch-up truing possibly required
- Controlled felt density designed for a professional-quality finish
- Use medium or hard wheel for 555(TM) Polish
- Complete Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube instructions included for felt wheel technique
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths needing a 8-inch felt wheel for controlled polishing work on firearm parts
- Users with 1/2 hp or higher equipment set up for 8-inch wheel operation at 1800 RPM
- Polishers who want a dedicated wheel for a specific grit to avoid cross-contamination
- Experienced users following felt-wheel technique and speed guidance from the included instructions
Specifications
| Adapter Included | One adapter supplied with each wheel |
|---|---|
| Adapter Sizes | 1/2 in (12.7 mm), 5/8 in (15.9 mm), 3/4 in (6.4 mm), 7/8 in (22.2 mm) |
| Alternate Wheel Sizes And Rpm | 6 in at 3600 RPM; 8 in at 1800 RPM; 10 in at 1800 RPM |
| Arbor | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Arbor Size | 5/8 in (15.9 mm) |
| Felt Density | Closely controlled density |
| Final Touch Up Truing Required | May be required |
| Hard Wheel Recommendation | Use for 555(TM) Polish |
| Instructions Included | Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube describes felt wheel technique |
| Motor Recommendation | 1/2 hp or over |
| Recommended Rpm | 1800 |
| Recommended Use | 555(TM) Polish |
| Soft Felt Recommendation | Use for most work |
| Trued | Factory trued |
| Wheel Diameter | 8 in |
| Wheel Thickness | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Wheel Type | Medium felt polishing wheel |
| Wheel Width | 1 in |
Pros
- Professional gunsmith-proven and preferred for polishing work
- Closely controlled felt density supports a refined finish
- Factory trued wheels reduce setup time before use
- Includes one adapter, with multiple arbor sizes supported
- Clear speed guidance helps match wheel size to machine
- Different wheel options suit soft felt and 555(TM) Polish
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Final touch-up truing may be required before use, so the wheel may not be ready straight out of the package for every setup.
- The product is intended to be matched to specific motor horsepower and RPM ranges, which limits flexibility if your equipment falls outside those recommendations.
- It is best to use a different wheel for each polish grit, so multiple wheels may be needed for a complete polishing workflow.
- The medium felt option is specifically called out for 555(TM) Polish, while soft felt is recommended for most other work, so wheel selection matters depending on the polish being used.
Suggested Comparisons
- Polishing wheels
- Gunsmithing polishing supplies
- Bench grinder accessories
- Abrasive finishing accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Polishing compound
- Bench grinder arbor adapter
- Buffing wheel dressing tool
- Protective eye protection
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this polishing wheel, and what arbor does it fit?
This product is an 8" medium felt polishing wheel with a 5/8" arbor. The provided specs also state that all wheels are made with a 1" arbor, and adapters are used to convert to other arbor sizes.
Is this wheel sold as part of a complete polishing setup?
The listing describes the wheel itself and notes that complete instructions on Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube describe felt wheel technique. It does not list any other included tools or accessories beyond one adapter supplied with each wheel.
What is the recommended use for the medium felt wheel?
The description says to use the soft felt for most work, and the medium or hard wheel for 555(TM) Polish. It also recommends using a different wheel for each polish grit.
What speed should this wheel be run at?
The manufacturer guidance says 1/2 hp or over can use 8" wheels at 1800 RPM. It also notes that 10" wheels are for experienced polishers only.
Are there any setup or fitting notes I should know before ordering?
Yes. The description says these wheels are carefully selected and factory trued, but final touch-up truing may be required. It also states that adapters convert the 1" arbor to 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", and 7/8", and one adapter is supplied with each wheel.