# Polishing Titanium Throws
**URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055
**Category:** Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance
**Created:** [December 15, 2019, 2:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055 "2019-12-15T02:25:14Z")
**Posts on this page:** 10
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### Author:  [@TheHelveticaScenario](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheHelveticaScenario)
#### Post date: [December 15, 2019, 2:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/1 "2019-12-15T02:25:14Z")
So, I had some plastic polish (PlastX) sitting on my counter and on a whim decided to try an experiment: What happens when I use it on my titanium throws?
I honestly didn’t think it would do much if anything – titanium being a very hard metal and all and this plastic polish being gentle enough to buff out scratches on CDs. First I cleaned both halves with soap, warm water, and a toothbrush to remove any surface dirt/oil/etc. Second, I polished (by hand) one half on each of my raw ti-vayder and ti-shutter (and rewashed to remove polish residue) to see if I could tell the difference.
To my surprise, I was immediately able to spot the difference. It turns out, even plastic polish is effective at enhancing luster on titanium. Whereas before they were quite dull looking, now both throws really “pop” in the light while still retaining the brushed finish. I regret not taking a before and after picture to illustrate the difference, but I’m delighted with how they turned out.
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### Author:  [@hughesj](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hughesj)
#### Post date: [December 15, 2019, 6:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/2 "2019-12-15T06:13:51Z")
I tried polishing my grey ti vayder recently with a cape cod polishing cloth and got great results. not only does the yoyo look and shine better, but it now has this super nice “soft” feel to it, kinda like that soapy feel you get with delrin.
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### Author:  [@vegabomb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/vegabomb)
#### Post date: [December 15, 2019, 3:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/3 "2019-12-15T15:40:53Z")
> [@hughesj](#):
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> kinda like that soapy feel you get with delrin.
I’ve never heard delrin described like that. I think that’s an excellent comparison!
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### Author:  [@LinksLegionaire](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LinksLegionaire)
#### Post date: [December 15, 2019, 4:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/4 "2019-12-15T16:28:57Z")
I used a LECO GPX200 to polish my Ti Walker…
It was pretty inefficient and I wouldn’t recommend it.
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### Author:  [@Dust](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Dust)
#### Post date: [December 15, 2019, 4:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/5 "2019-12-15T16:39:45Z")
ive got several ti’s id like to spruce up… thanks for the tip!
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### Author:  [@Astroyama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Astroyama)
#### Post date: [December 15, 2019, 5:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/6 "2019-12-15T17:18:48Z")
I suggest using a series of grit sand paper…400-600-800-1000-1200-2000-2500.
Sand paper is extremely effective for removing scratch-ding spots and polishing Ti. All said and done with the sand…then apply any speedy wax. Feels like “Lingerie” done this way.
I have these grits of paper and would be hella happy to make trades for yoyo strings. Legit Strings!
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### Author:  [@Egon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Egon)
#### Post date: [December 16, 2019, 3:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/7 "2019-12-16T03:37:20Z")
Is it safe to polish anodized Ti? Like my grey TiVayder and the blue side of my team edition Ti888.
Thanks in advance.
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### Author:  [@jasonwongzero](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jasonwongzero)
#### Post date: [December 16, 2019, 4:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/8 "2019-12-16T04:11:25Z")
> [@Egon](#):
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> Is it safe to polish anodized Ti?
No, you don’t want to polish anodized Ti. The anodized layer is really thin and can wear off if you’re not careful. Also because anodized titanium gets it’s color from refracting light, using an oily polish like Wd40 usually makes it look worse. The best thing for anodized titanium is just gentle soap and warm water.
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### Author:  [@chaosgow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/chaosgow)
#### Post date: [December 16, 2019, 6:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/9 "2019-12-16T06:41:22Z")
> [@jasonwongzero](#):
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> The best thing for anodized titanium is just gentle soap and warm water.
I’ve found those ultrasonic jewellery cleaners are good for it too.
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### Author:  [@hughesj](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hughesj)
#### Post date: [December 16, 2019, 7:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-titanium-throws/312055/10 "2019-12-16T19:50:36Z")
I polished my grey ti vayder with great results. You want to use a very fine polish though, otherwise you might burn through the ano. Nothing too heavy duty. I used a Cape Cod polishing cloth which is known for shining up expensive watches.