Reflocking S&W presentation case

[loadnplenty]

I had this case that needed to be redone. It’s original in the styrofoam molding. The flocking is in horrible shape. Comes off with every touch. So redoing it isn’t going to hurt the value in my opinion because right it is not suitable to have gun in sit inside.

I am an amateur and have never done one before.

 

[loadnplenty]

With the help of a soft bristled style paint brush. I have removed all the flocking. Imperfections in the styrofoam can now be seen. From my understanding these were around 1970 time frame. If that’s true than the fact it’s still one piece is amazing enough.

I watched a few YouTube videos with people doing these and figured what the hell.

 

[loadnplenty]

I ordered my kit off Amazon. I also ordered the mini flocker from there. I believe after shipping I have around $50 in the kit. Cheaper than the reproduction liners that run $150 after shipping.

The flocking kits comes with paint that is color matched to the flocking and is used as the base to which the flocking will attach itself.

 

[loadnplenty]

After painting the styrofoam I used the flocker and applied the material very liberally. The kit contains enough flock to do at least 2-3 kits. The paint will only do one if I had to guess. I put it on thick to cover the styrofoam.

I did shake it off a little after applying just before moving it where it could sit and cure. After 72 hours I will see what extra comes off and give take some final pics.

My flash is in these pics. That is why there are light and dark areas.

 

[loadnplenty]

After letting it dry for 15 hours I shook off the excess. Styrofoam has some light spots where there wasn’t enough paint or some type of chemical was present. Looks like I will need more paint and a second round. Directions says of your not happy to just add more adhesive/paint and reflock.

 

[loadnplenty]

Round two is complete. From looking at what originally came off the styrofoam, I believe S&W used sheet flocking for the top and spray in on the inlet areas. Let it set overnight and see how this round took.

 

[alleycat]

I bought a couple of refrocking kits several years ago but never used them. Your pictures make me want to try again....

 

[imawoodsman]

Pics look GOOD. NICE Job!

 

[41mag]

Yep, looks like you are getting there. Learning the curve…. (I haven’t ever done it or saw it done before)

 

[edindah]

Nice work!

(See one, do one, teach one!)