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Eric Estes
02-05-2017, 09:16 AM
Has anyone ever tried something like this for rust removal on gun parts? Not that I intend to, just curious. Thanks.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54ADeB6V1rQ
Michael Kitterman
02-06-2017, 12:35 PM
I have done this process many times on parts and restored many old cast iron skillets, simple to do and really works quite well.
Mike Poindexter
02-06-2017, 02:12 PM
I know (without truly understanding) this attacks only the rust (assuming no other metals in the tank) and I've seen the vinegar soak method as well. My question is does this have any effect on the case colors? What about the vinegar (acid) method? I understand neither method will affect the molecular hardening, but am not sure about the colors. I'm thinking Parker top levers, S&W hammers, LC Smith side plates, etc. Thanks.
Eric Estes
02-06-2017, 02:30 PM
I would also be curious to know what it might do with the iron and steel mix of Damascus.
Brian Dudley
02-06-2017, 08:20 PM
Vinegar will remove more than just rust. It will attack case colors, bluing and the metal itself.
Paweł Janusz
03-01-2017, 12:45 PM
I didn't try that on antique firearm parts, just no need since I got my old proven way, but it look very inexpensive and what I really like is a capacity to do large parts, and since I restore other items that are way bigger then firearm parts this is something I will be trying right away. Thank you very much!
Linn Matthews
03-09-2017, 03:11 PM
have no knowledge about electrolysis re guns but I would have a concern about one metal being more effected than the other
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