What's the proper way to condition an aluminum call?

[WVhuntEER]

I have an aluminum that I love but it gets "slick" really fast.  I don't want to damage the surface so what's the best way to get it back to singing pretty?   

[letinmfly]

Alcohol pads to clean it and Scotch-Brite pads to condition it.

[WVhuntEER]

thanks!

[lightsoutcalls]

Depends what kind of surface you have on the aluminum.  If it is not anodized, I don't know that the alcohol pads will make much difference. I use only powder blasted anodized aluminum surfaces and recommend only the alcohol pads for cleaning the surface.  Even the scotch brite pads will wear through the anodized surface eventually.  If you do have an anodized surface, you might try using some rain chalk on the surface.  It is amazing what it will do to a slick aluminum surface.   

[WVhuntEER]

Thank you!  I will try that.  BTW I have looked at your calls a lot and am going to get one in the near future.   

[mossy835]

Dumb question but what is rain chalk and where can it be purchased?

[Crutch]

RainChalk
Helps your call work in dry or wet weather! Slick calls are no longer a problem. Formulated for slate calls,
box calls, glass calls, you name it $5.25 Add toCart


This is from grassy creek call maker supply

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[bowrebel]

I tried some etching cream on some slick black aluminum and it worked great. I used an old paintbrush to put it on with, waited 5 minutes and wiped it off with a wet papertowel.  It leaves the aluminum a little duller looking. I'm going to try it on a couple more pieces and see how it does.
James