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About this product
Product Identifiers
BrandBirchwood Casey
MPN15108
GTIN0029057151084
UPC0029057151084
eBay Product ID (ePID)691193780
Product Key Features
TypeLubricant/Oil
Dimensions
Weight2.00 LBS
Ratings and Reviews
Most relevant reviews
- Feb 21, 2021
Works great with sufficient preparation
I used this product to blacken the back of a lens barrel .Following the instructions is very important. Insufficient cleaning is usually the cause of poor results. The original, black-anodized lens assembly had been scratched by an incorrect back lens cap, exposing the white metal. It looked bad, aesthetically, and was a potential source of light flares. I first cleaned the damaged are with a strong detergent (Formula 409 on a cotton bud), then swabbed with water, then cleaned with isopropyl alcohol; the alcohol removed the black Sharpie used to hide some of the damage (a common trick among camera repairers). I then abraded the area with a grey Scotchbrite pad, then cleaned again with alcohol (as per the instructions). I swabbed a tiny amount of the Aluminum Black with a cotton bud onto the damaged area, and continued to do so a few times within a 3-minute period. After that time the damaged area was black again. Swabbing with water and drying with a cotton bud finished the job. This repair method was reasonably fast (less then 10 minutes from start to finish) and did not require lens disassembly.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Apr 20, 2020
Works to make metal gray/black
First time user of product but had a piece of aluminum that was raw and didn’t like the stark contrast of it so I used Aluminum Black. It works! Comes as a clear liquid, threw me off at first, I was expecting more of a paint. Through a chemical reaction this turns the aluminum black, after a few seconds and the longer you let it sit the more it darkens. I used a CA Glue as a sealer over it as it felt like it would/could be rubbed off somewhat easily.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Feb 10, 2021
Good stuff but bad directions.
Works like it should to blacken raw aluminum. Don't follow the directions--they don't work. Clean the aluminum with degreaser or acetone and then liberally dab on the fluid with a cotton tip. Keep the aluminum wet until you reach the level of tint you want. Lightly dab the aluminum dry and then wash with cold water.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 13, 2022
Helps touch up blackened aluminum
Works good on touching up some scratched aluminum rifle receivers and some aluminum grip frames. Easy to use and durable. I always coat the treated part with Renaissance wax to protect the finish and make it last longer.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Mar 31, 2025
I have yet to use this , but based on my...
I have yet to use this , but based on my experience with other Birchwood Casey products I have no doubt that this aluminum black touch up will be of good quality.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jan 20, 2020
Work great on my guns
This product is great for bluing touch up and is so easy to use. Thanks, Patrick DVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jun 13, 2019
Good product!
This solution blackens aluminum well and also can be used for toning other metals.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 10, 2025
Wanna turn aluminum black?
I have been a Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black for better than four decades. If you do the prep right, you'll get great results.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Oct 17, 2021
seems to be the best product I'm aware to cover up scratches
works pretty good, but you can still see scratches, but only if you look real close. They're not visible with a casual glance.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Feb 25, 2023
Aluminum Black
Aluminum black works well on clean Aluminum. I like to lightly oil mine after blackening. Follow the directions, work carefully and methodically.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
