I have had the oportunity to Restore most of the various types of laminate barrels. As with twist, most will yield predictable contrast with our standard techniques. The exception is in English Laminate. The type frquently found in graded Lefevers. The contrast is much more subtle and fine grained. It is my opinion that the composites used are a higher quality than standard. This holds true in dent removal, soldering and striking. The metal is very tight grained and devoid of porosity.
I believe that English Laminate tubes were some of the highest quality
available to the American market.
Brad
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