Black Oxide (BOS) finish on a Studio Stainless Newport 2

MchSt805 · July 1, 2007

Thoughts? Pics? Value?

I've got a Cameron Studio Stainless Newport 2 in good shape. It doesn't need refinishing, but I wondered what peoples thoughts were on getting a black oxide finish put on it. It would be done by BOS, and the 2x finish w/ satin on the face and bottom, matte on the top and back. I know the Cameron custom shop doesn't black oxide, but I heard that BOS was a trusted source of getting it done. Is this true? Also would it raise or lower the value? I basically just want it for personal preference on looks, but if it will take down the value of my Scotty I should probably avoid it. Maybe there's a different finish by them that would look better?

Lets hear your thoughts....

prudy1006 · July 2, 2007

First Q: BOS does do a good job but BO on a stainless putter will look chalky and may rub off very quickly

Second Q: Something is worth what someone will pay for it. If is is a 33" 350 I would say no to the refinish since those have been brining high $ on ebay.

Third Q: Since it is stainless steel your options on finishes are somewhat limited. You could maybe try the torch fininsh from BOS.

Most important: Do what you want its your putter and have a blast!

MchSt805 · July 2, 2007

First Q: BOS does do a good job but BO on a stainless putter will look chalky and may rub off very quickly

Second Q: Something is worth what someone will pay for it. If is is a 33" 350 I would say no to the refinish since those have been brining high $ on ebay.

Third Q: Since it is stainless steel your options on finishes are somewhat limited. You could maybe try the torch fininsh from BOS.

Most important: Do what you want its your putter and have a blast!

Thanks for your thoughts. Just got it today, and it looks amazing!

1. If a BO finish is going to end up real dull and possibly wear off I wouldn't even consider it. This baby shines right now.

2. My thoughts on its value were more based on whether or not a BOS finish would possibly take down it's value as compared to a Scotty Custom Shop refinish that in most cases raises it. I realize the only value is what people will pay. I'm not too concerned with that, as it's my putter to use and not try and sell off. I just don't want to compromise the authentic Cameron value it holds for whatever comes in the future.

3. The only options I would be looking at now would be if a Glossy black finish is possible, or possibly that Torched finish. Does anyone have pics of either possibility, and their thoughts on it?