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I did that on a Vanguard 32 I re-did for a customer. The chromed bronze fittings
In Response To: How about removing the chrome plating? 
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() had failing chrome all over. I used a Dremel tool, a sanding drum and a wire wheel to clean off all the chrome. Took a while, but was worth it, and the customer was delighted.
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- Where can I get bronze hardware? NOT chrome plated...
- Gene, Try "Robinhood Marine Center".
- Many options, varying quality
- I feel the same angst Gene. Tehani had all bronze and I'm gradually reverting
- Bronze Hardware ...
- TEST
- Something unique can be fabricated from bronze.
- The pulpit and stanchions and anchor roller were bronze on Passage and I made all the parts myself.
- I remember when you first posted this project...
- I love projects like this. We can help you, Gene.
- How about removing the chrome plating?
- I did that on a Vanguard 32 I re-did for a customer. The chromed bronze fittings
- V-berth Step
- I love projects like this. We can help you, Gene.
- The pulpit and stanchions and anchor roller were bronze on Passage and I made all the parts myself.
- Gene, have you tied Briggs Marine?
- Make your own?
- Have you tried consignment stores?
- traditional marine outfitters? http://traditionalmarine.com/marine-hardware/