Fly Shiny® Medium Grade Metal Polish
Fly Shiny Striker is a medium-grade brightwork polish designed to remove oxidation, staining, and deeper swirl marks from aircraft metal surfaces. It bridges the gap between heavy correction and final finishing, restoring clarity and shine while preparing the surface for a mirror-polish stage. Ideal for aluminum and other aviation metals, Striker delivers controlled cutting power without excessive mess, making it the go-to choice for tackling imperfections that lighter polishes can’t correct.
Fly Shiny Medium Grade Polish
The Science
Striker uses controlled cut, micro-abrasive technology that removes oxidation, staining, and deeper swirl patterns by leveling the metal surface at a measurable depth. Unlike finishing polishes that only refine, Striker’s abrasives are engineered with a structured particle profile that maintains cutting power at the start of the working cycle and gradually breaks down into finer particles as the polish is worked.
This progressive breakdown allows Striker to correct heavier defects without gouging or over-thinning the metal, creating a smoother, more uniform surface that reflects light more evenly. Specialized lubricants reduce drag and prevent black residue overload, ensuring a cleaner polishing experience. The result is a properly corrected brightwork surface that is ready for final refinement with a finishing polish, such as Fly Shiny Reflection.
Brightwork Correction
MID-STAGE METAL RESTORATION
Striker bridges the gap between aggressive cutting and final finishing. It targets oxidation, staining, and deeper swirls that remain after heavy correction.
CONTROLLED-CUT ABRASIVE ACTION
Engineered with progressive abrasives that start strong and break down as you polish, Striker levels defects without gouging or removing excess metal.
SURFACE PREP FOR MIRROR FINISHING
Striker refines the surface to a uniform clarity, laying the perfect foundation for a finishing polish like Fly Shiny Reflection to achieve maximum depth and gloss.
HOW TO USE
Step 1: Apply Striker to a polishing pad.
Step 2: Work the polish until defects are reduced and abrasives begin to refine.
Step 3: Wipe residue clean with a microfiber towel.
Step 4: Inspect the surface and repeat if necessary.
Step 5: Follow with a finishing polish for full mirror clarity.
Pro Tip: Use Striker anytime oxidation or staining is visible. If you can see color shift, haze, or dullness in brightwork, it’s Striker time—not Reflection.
Striker bridges the gap between aggressive cutting and final finishing. It targets oxidation, staining, and deeper swirls that remain after heavy correction.
Engineered with progressive abrasives that start strong and break down as you polish, Striker levels defects without gouging or removing excess metal.
Striker refines the surface to a uniform clarity, laying the perfect foundation for a finishing polish like Fly Shiny Reflection to achieve maximum depth and gloss.
Step 1: Apply Striker to a polishing pad.
Step 2: Work the polish until defects are reduced and abrasives begin to refine.
Step 3: Wipe residue clean with a microfiber towel.
Step 4: Inspect the surface and repeat if necessary.
Step 5: Follow with a finishing polish for full mirror clarity.
Pro Tip: Use Striker anytime oxidation or staining is visible. If you can see color shift, haze, or dullness in brightwork, it’s Striker time—not Reflection.
FAQ
What does Fly Shiny Striker do?
Striker removes oxidation, staining, and deeper swirl marks from aircraft brightwork, preparing the metal for finishing polish stages.
Is Striker a heavy-cut polish?
No. Striker is a medium-grade polish. It corrects defects that light polishes can’t handle but is less aggressive than a heavy-cut compound.
Does Striker create a mirror finish?
Not by itself. Striker restores clarity and removes defects, but maximum reflection is achieved by finishing with a product like Fly Shiny Reflection.
Will Striker leave black residue?
It produces minimal residue compared to traditional metal polishes, thanks to controlled lubricants that reduce buildup during correction.
Can Striker remove deep scratches?
It can remove moderate defects and oxidation. Deep scratches or heavy damage may require a more aggressive polish like Fly Shiny Top Cut
When should Striker be used in the polishing process?
Use it after heavy-cut correction (Fly Shiny Top Cut) and before final finishing. It is the critical middle step that removes marks left from more aggressive polishing.