Best Abrasive Finishing Compounds of 2025

“I’ve tried many compounds for stropping over the years, including pricey diamond emulsions. This one offers a great, uniform grit size and gets the job done extremely well at a fantastic price.”

“I was initially worried about finding a product that matches the performance of the micro-fine honing compound I bought over 20 years ago. This one works just as well and has more wax, making it easy to apply without heating. Although I'm not a fan of the cube shape (8oz), that's just a personal preference.”

“This large block of polishing compound is exactly what I needed. Most other compounds I’ve seen are too small and don’t last long. With our frequent knife sharpening needs, this block is perfect for our leather strops. I also use it on my grinder for polishing brass items. A great buy for sure!”

"I've been using the white polishing compound for years, but I finally tried this green one, and it's a step up. It gives a fine finish polish and works great on small parts and feed ramps. The bar lasts a long time, making it perfect for use with a handpiece or hobby tool. Excellent value!"

"I have tried a couple of different brands, and they all seemed to work about the same. I bought it for use with a strop while shaving, and it performed well on kitchen knives too. My only issue is that it's made in China, and I wish that information was clearer on the product page. Otherwise, it works just fine!"

"This compound works very well. My package arrived in good condition, and I was able to achieve razor sharpness with my knives. It's a fantastic buy for the price, and I highly recommend it. Just remember to keep it in a zip lock bag or plastic wrap to prevent it from getting brittle!"

“I found this product to be incredible. I used it to buff and polish a 1/25 scale plastic model car, and the results were quick and easy after wet sanding.”

“I was amazed at how well this compound worked on my sunglasses. After following the proper application steps, they looked brand new! Just be careful if your frames are painted.”

“I initially used it to practice on plastic spoons, and I was pleased with the excellent results.”

"I started using the Angerstone Metal Polishing Compound Kit for my guitar's frets, and it's been fantastic. The set includes three buffing bars in green, white, and red, which are perfect for restoring a high-polish shine to metal surfaces. I've found that using a soft cotton rag makes it easy to achieve professional-grade results right at home. The mirror-like shine I get is impressive, enhancing both the appearance and playability of my guitar."

"I purchased the Angerstone kit to polish my stainless steel Apple Watch, and I was really pleased with the outcome. The green and white compounds worked perfectly for removing light scratches, while the red compound added an extra shine that made my watch look almost new. Despite the bars being a bit crumbly, they are manageable and incredibly effective for restoring shine to my metal items. I would definitely recommend this kit for anyone looking to revive their metal surfaces."

"I appreciate that the Angerstone polishing compound set offers a variety of grits, which is essential for my polishing needs. However, I did notice a bit of cross contamination between the bars when they arrived. Even so, the price is reasonable, and I've paid much more for just one bar of green compound in the past. Having these bars at my disposal is a welcome addition to my toolset for polishing small parts."

“I found this polish gives a mirror-like finish on steel. I used it on my feed ramps and now they shine beautifully without any scratches on my brass.”

“Using this compound helped me fit a new slide on my 1911. It exceeded my expectations, cleaned up fairly easily, and made the slide action smooth in just about 10 minutes.”

“I had a CZ 457 that felt a bit stiff. After using this product, it helped a lot, although the cleanup took some time. I would definitely consider using it again.”

"These compounds worked wonders on my silver jewelry, making it look fantastic!"

"I was thrilled to restore my stone basin's shine after struggling with hard water. It looks brand new again!"

"The polishing compounds are good quality, though I initially thought they were hotel toiletries due to their small size."

"I wish I had discovered Polish Pro Diamond Polishing Compound earlier. I used it to restore a vintage pocket knife, and the results were stunning. Polishing with a Dremel tool made it easy, but I could also do it by hand if needed. The paste comes in a syringe, making it mess-free and easy to measure. I really appreciate having six different grits, ranging from 450 to 80,000, giving me a versatile polishing experience."

"I purchased these polishing compounds to work on rocks, and they performed exceptionally well. However, I did find that the 1500 grit felt oily and took much longer than the other grits. Despite that, the overall quality is fantastic. I'm not sure if I received a bad batch, but that particular grit was disappointing."

"I use this product to polish feed ramps on firearms, and I must say that the grit levels are very precise. I highly recommend it for anyone needing a reliable polishing solution."

"This product worked perfectly for lapping in new valves. I had to replace one that was burnt, and after lapping them all, my car is up and running fine!"

"I purchased this for jeweling/engine turning. The product is fantastic, but I really dislike the tin it comes in. I have to use a screwdriver or pry bar each time to open it, and the edges get sharp over time. Also, if I don't close it tightly, it can leak out."

"I think this will be just fine for my project, though I haven't gotten to that point yet."

"I found the polish to be exactly what I needed. Unlike other brands, there was no evidence of grit in the finer grit, which is a huge plus for me. I can definitely recommend this product."

"I was a bit disappointed at first because I thought the bars would be larger, but for most home users, I think the small size is adequate. The kit includes six different grits of jeweler's rouge compounds, which is great!"

"I purchased these for polishing stone but was disappointed. They really struggled with softer stones like Serpentine and had no effect on quartz-heavy stones. However, they did polish my gold ring nicely, so I would say they are suitable for softer metals."

"I purchased this polishing compound to enhance the final finish on my polymer clay creations. After wet sanding my pieces, I found that this compound significantly improved the smoothness and shine. It's easy to use and not messy at all. From what I've seen, this little block will last a long time, and I'm very pleased with the high gloss, glass-like finish I achieve using my Dremel with a wool buffing wheel. I will definitely buy this again!"

"I had some really old tarnished silver jewelry and used this product, which I learned is called a rouge stick. Instead of applying it directly to the jewelry, I rubbed it on the cotton Dremel attachment, and it brought a luminous shine without damaging the pieces. I absolutely loved the results!"

"As a master jewelry designer, I found this product to be a bit lacking compared to the rouge I'm accustomed to. While it looks like rouge, it doesn't seem to have the polishing power I was expecting."