View attachment 6426991 View attachment 6426992 View attachment 6426993 I stole these pics off the 'Plush and Padded' thread. I found several similar examples of these there. Anybody know of a source for these chrome buttons or something similar that won't break the bank? I've found some, but at $8-10 each it would get really expensive quickly.... I'm thinking maybe $3 each or less... much less would be good.
I get it. The cost of making Kool parts has gone into Orbit. For me S.S. would be the only route if I'm building a driver. Today's cheap chrome processes would not be my choice. When Chrome wears thin it flakes and blisters off. Slide in across the same buttons repeatedly and sooner of latter you'll have a Chrome flake trying to make a new home in the back of your Thy. Or maybe your Wife's. That would even be worse!
Like this? https://www.ebay.com/itm/155444161075?chn=ps&google_free_listing_action=view_item&gQT=1 See photo #2 in ad.
Chrome or Stainless on seat cushions??? August1988, Gym shorts, ‘60s vintage black GM vinyl Yeowwwch! Instant 1st degree, 2nd degree if my butt had stayed a millisecond longer. I learned just how quick I could exit a Chevelle.
https://www.etsy.com/market/stainless_steel_buttons?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=but Poke around here maybe .
Maybe try Hobby Lobby Small pin heads https://www.hobbylobby.com/fabric-s...zed-stainless-steel-pins---size-12/p/81087543
Winner! Took looking through many pages, but I think I found something that will work and at only $.75 each. I'll get more particulars before I order however...
The problems with that is the cover won't stay on without the thickness of the material, plus most are either zinc or cad plated with no polish. I found some chrome ones that are one piece, should do the trick...
As far as which finish, I think it would depend on the overal theme of the rest of the interior, like chrome handles, dash knobs, etc or brushed trim.
I'm planning on a 'full custom' interior circa early '60s, so white pearl vinyl and chrome will be dominant.
Use shiny faux diamonds ,they have a chrome backing [and wont burn your legs in summer] This is the headboard on my bed I also have a large [ish] wraparound lounge suit in Creme and White with the same buttons. They can be purchased on "Aliexpress"
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