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The Paints
Technology and Compatibility: We exclusively use high-quality oil-based enamel paints. This specific composition ensures that the contained solvents do not attack the existing clear coat of the substrate.
UV Resistance and Ageing: The paints are naturally UV-resistant, which means that an additional clear coat sealing (if not desired for mechanical protection reasons) is not absolutely necessary. Nevertheless, pinstriping, like any paint, is subject to a natural ageing process.
The Craftsmanship: The central element of pinstriping art lies in the ability to adjust the paint consistency exactly to the purpose of application. The ideal viscosity of the paint must be precisely matched to the specific brush type and the respective application area to achieve the desired flow and line quality. This is a decisive factor for the final quality and precision of the work.
The Liner Brush
The liner brush – also known as a sword striper in the trade – is the essential tool for pinstriping. It is characterised by the following features:
- Characteristics: Extremely long-haired, flat, and angled on one side, with a short handle.
- Function: Enables the precise drawing of long, uniform lines without interruption.
- Bristle Material: Traditionally, the brush bristles consist of high-quality animal hair, mostly from the Siberian squirrel ("Feh") or other squirrel species. High-quality semi-synthetic alternatives are increasingly available.
Traditional Special Forms
Within this category, there are special traditional forms:
- Dagger Striper: A variant that is bevelled on both sides and offers even greater flexibility when drawing lines.
- Quill Striper: In this traditional version, the ferrule (socket) consists of a piece of feather quill. This allows different handles to be inserted and is considered the original ("Oldschool") form of the pinstriping brush.
Scroller or "Long Bob"
In contrast to the sword stripers, these long-haired round brushes are better suited for tight curves. Steve Kafka, the founder of the "New Style", brought these brushes into fashion in pinstriping about 50 years ago. The so-called scrollwork thrives on the round, curved and floral shapes.
Pounce or Handover Powder
Extremely fine powder. This is used to transfer a draft or design from the template to the final surface according to old sign painting tradition. There are two fundamentally different techniques. Either the lines of the template are perforated with a needle roller and the powder is then dabbed onto the perforated lines on the final product (pouncing), leaving a dotted line on the surface, or the back of the template is roughened, the powder is applied to the roughened surface, and when the lines are subsequently traced, the powder adheres to the final surface.
Gold Leaf and Gilding Tools
Gold/silver leaf is also a traditional design object in lettering and sign painting. Areas are wetted with an adhesive size. The extremely thin leaf metal adheres to this adhesive and is then polished or otherwise processed (depending on the design). The gilded areas can then also be partially overpainted to integrate, for example, shadow effects. Since real 24K gold is used here, the material alone makes it a very valuable work. This technique is particularly popular in the lowrider scene.
The Beugler Tool or Lining Device
In industrial pinstriping, a lining device is very often used instead of the traditional brush. The cylinder is filled with paint, and as the metal roller rolls, the paint is transferred to the surface. There are various attachments for different line thicknesses. This tool can be guided freehand or along stencils. With a little practice, this tool guarantees consistent and reproducible results. Harley Davidson and BMW, among others, use this technique.