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Mike

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On 31 Oct 2006 14:56:44 -0800, wrote:

brass is often laquered , so make sure this is removed , and considered
recoating it after polishing

The only way to remove old clear laquer coats is to power wire brush
the article followed by buffing. Then polish and relaquer, preferably
with Varathane varnish.

Wire brushing a brass plated item is a sure fire way to ruin the finish.