My dad has an old pair of pliers that were his dad's. They are obviously well used and I know I could buy him a new pair for much cheaper than refinishing them. But it's sentimental.

Does anyone know place that will refinish old tools?

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Posted by gumbo2176

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Posted on 3/16/25 at 3:29 pm to The Johnny Lawrence

They are tons of videos on u-tube that show how to go about refinishing/refurbishing old tools, appliances, etc.

It really isn't all that hard to do for most basic tools like a pair of pliers. Plus, it would probably mean more to him if you did it for him yourself.

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Posted by Spankum

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Posted on 3/16/25 at 6:02 pm to The Johnny Lawrence

Are the pliers chrome plated? If they are, I would leave all the wear marks on to add character and just get the chrome redone

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Posted by ItzMe1972

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Posted on 3/16/25 at 6:43 pm to The Johnny Lawrence

Unless they're rusty, leave them alone.

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Posted by Grassy1

Member since Oct 2009

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Posted on 3/17/25 at 7:45 am to The Johnny Lawrence

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My dad has an old pair of pliers that were his dad's.

Tread lightly.

I would certainly get his permission/opinion before doing anything to them.

Although your effort would probably be appreciated, the result may not.

I have a few tools of my dad's, and an old fold up measuring stick that was his dad's. And personally, I like them just the way they are. Just sayin.