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Felt Polishing Wheels - 8'''' Soft Felt Polishing Wheel 7/8'''' Arbor
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SKU: 088081875
Overview
These felt polishing wheels are intended for careful finishing work where a controlled, professional-looking polish matters. The wheel is factory trued and made from closely controlled-density felt, with the soft felt version suited to most general work and the option to use medium or hard wheels for 555(TM) Polish. Each wheel is 1 inch thick, built with a 1 inch arbor, and includes one adapter to fit common spindle sizes. The product notes also recommend matching wheel size and speed to the power of the machine, so it is best suited to users who are comfortable following polishing instructions and setup guidance.
Why Hunters Choose the Bacon Felt Company
Professional-grade Felt
Wheel designed for gunsmith polishing
Factory-trued Wheel
Supports a more consistent polishing
Closely Controlled
Felt density is specified for
Soft Felt
Version is recommended for most
Includes One
Each wheel for multiple arbor
Key Features
- 8-inch soft felt polishing wheel for gunsmithing and polishing work
- 1-inch thick wheel with a 7/8-inch arbor
- Factory trued for careful setup, with final touch-up truing possibly required
- Controlled felt density is specified for a refined finish
- Use a different wheel for each polish grit
- Adapter supplied; converts to 1/2-inch, 5/8-inch, 3/4-inch, and 7/8-inch sizes
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths needing a soft felt wheel for final touch-up polishing work
- Users separating wheels by polish grit for cleaner, more controlled finishing
- Shop owners running 1/2 hp or higher polishers at the specified wheel sizes and speeds
- Experienced polishers using adapter-compatible wheels for different arbor setups
- Those following included Polish-O-Ray tube instructions for felt wheel technique
Pros
- Professional-grade felt wheel designed for gunsmith polishing work.
- Factory-trued wheel supports a more consistent polishing surface.
- Closely controlled felt density is specified for a superior finish.
- Soft felt version is recommended for most polishing tasks.
- Includes one adapter with each wheel for multiple arbor sizes.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Final touch-up truing may be required, so the wheel may need a bit of setup before use.
- The recommended wheel size depends on motor horsepower and speed, which limits how universally it fits every bench setup.
- The product notes that it is best to use a different wheel for each polish grit, so multiple wheels may be needed for a complete polishing workflow.
- Soft felt is recommended for most work, while medium or hard wheels are reserved for 555(TM) Polish, so material choice depends on the polishing task.
Suggested Comparisons
- Polishing wheels
- Gunsmithing polishing accessories
- Bench grinder accessories
- Abrasive finishing tools
Suggested Accessories
- Polishing compound
- Bench grinder accessories
- Arbor adapters
- Tool sharpening accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this polishing wheel and what arbor does it use?
This wheel is 8 inches and uses a 7/8 inch arbor. The product specs also note that all wheels are 1 inch thick and made with a 1 inch arbor, with adapters available for other arbor sizes.
Is this wheel sold as a soft, medium, or hard felt wheel?
This product is the soft felt version. The description says soft felt is used for most work, while medium or hard wheels are recommended for 555(TM) Polish.
Can this wheel be adapted to other arbor sizes?
Yes. The specs state that adapters convert the wheel to 1/2 inch, 5/8 inch, 3/4 inch, and 7/8 inch arbors, and one adapter is supplied with each wheel.
What speed and motor size is recommended for an 8 inch wheel?
The description says that for 1/2 hp or over, 8 inch wheels should be used at 1800 RPM. It also notes that 1/2 hp or under should use 6 inch wheels at 3600 RPM.
Does the product include instructions for use?
Yes. The description says complete instructions on the Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube describe felt wheel technique. It also recommends using a different wheel for each polish grit.