I'm sorry about your bracers.
On the other hand this was a fantastic thread! I just learned so much from the above comments about whether to use de-glazer or not and the different strengths depending on what you use. I might go and try and make some test pieces just so I will have a good idea when it does happen to me! Not that I'm saying it will, but better to be armed than not.
Like I said this is a great thread. And I am truly sorry about your bracers.