Have you ever purchased a new disc online, burst open the package it arrived in, looked at it and immediately thought to yourself, “Man, up close, this stamp art is complete and total garbage.”
If you can relate, consider wiping the stamp off …
And yes, that IS possible.
Ugly graphics are reason enough to rid your disc of the eyesore. And wouldn’t you know it, there are LOTS of discs out there with stock stamps that don’t work – here are a few of my favorites:
- Monstrosity No. 1 – Westside’s VIP Adder looks like the poop emoji.
- Monstrosity No. 2 – The Discraft Sol is both simple and looks like a nipple.
- Monstrosity No. 3 – The Innova “Dark Rebel” give off hardcore “penis vibes.”
- Monstrosity No. 4 – The DX Aviar keeps with the phallic theme: It’s a jock strap.
- Monstrosity No. 5 – Any Egyptian-themed disc from Infinite Discs – I just don’t get it.
In addition to being nice to your eyes, however, there are other (kind of) valid reasons for wiping a disc’s stamp. I know guys who erase the stamps off their putters. When it comes time to focus within the circle, they want zero distractions. Or, maybe you’re a hardcore minimalist. Overly flashy stuff offends you. The more blank discs you can bag, the better – to each his own.
The most OBVIOUS reason for wiping a disc, though, is because you plan to dye it or put your own design on it. Or pay somebody else to do it for you. You can even blow money on a fairly simple “stencil job” over at HukLab, if you so choose. Of course, you can dye over a stamp. Whatever the case, it’s often nice to start with a blank canvas – F2 discs are great for this.
Do YOU want to rid your disc of a vomit-inducing stamp?
Grab some of those yellow latex gloves from under the kitchen sink …
Here’s how to do it:
- Step No. 1 – Put a small amount of acetone on a cotton ball.
- Step No. 2 – Rub the cotton ball evenly along the disc’s design.
- Step No. 3 – As the cotton ball absorbs color, replace it to avoid stains.
- Step No. 4 – If small specs of stamp remain, get tough on ‘em with a Q-tip.
- Step No. 5 – Once done, let the disc sit for five minutes. Then, wipe it down.
* Note #1: As hot stamps are both “hot” and “stamped,” you’ll STILL see a “ghost” impression.
* Note #2: Fingernail polish will work, but it’s 70% (-ish) acetone – go to the hardware store.
* Note #3: Yes, this method will work on Sharpie ink, but ONLY if it’s fairly fresh – sorry.
I shouldn’t need to say this, but whether you get it from a bottle of fingernail polish remover or the paint section at Home Depot, don’t be an idiot with acetone. Don’t drink it. Don’t huff it. If you spill some, wipe it up. Also, make sure to thoroughly wash your hands once done …
You know, because icky.
Have at it, Bill Nye.
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Editor’s Suggestions:
- Nobody’s laughing at Catrina Allen anymore …
- Disc golf: Forget ‘putter-only’ rounds (go with something else)
- Disc golf: Use your understable drivers in the woods for this shot
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