Amongst the knowledgeable readers, someone may be able to point me in the appropriate direction. Brass buttons (pipe band uniforms) tarnish rapidly, volunteer pipers prefer to spend more time playing than polishing. Problem is to keep the buttons shiny. Gold plate would be nice but at $10/button expensive (1000 + buttons for the band). What types of plating are available that will give a "permanent" shiny brass/gold appearance? I have heard that chrome plate can be coloured but cannot find details. Back in my army days, I remember "Everbrite or Staybrite" buttons were just coming into use, they would be perfect if available at the right price. All assistance will be appreciated; flames and snarky comments will be rewarded with untuned pipe serenades at 4 am. Thanks Ray
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17 years ago