Refinishing black 1978 forks

The paint on mine appears to be original, still in good shape but has some nicks and chips. I can smooth them out before repainting but that will take away from the factory rough finish. I was thinking of trying either one of those hammered rattle can finishes or even truck bed finish before the final coat of satin black. Just to make it similar to what it was, I know I can't replicate the factory finish. Has anyone tried this before and been happy (or unhappy) with the results?

Brian

The forks were only ever a rough(ish) casting. Don't try and make them something they are not.
All I did on my 78 black leg forks was to strip them. File out any bad lumps. Mask the bore and give it a light bead blast. Clean and re-mask the bore and paint with PJ1 satin black.
Leave it for a few days for the paint to dry and the solvent to evaporate.
I cooked mine gently in the oven for about 40 minutes. Job done.
I have found that when built up with the bike and a spray of duck oil, they look O.E.