Toning down a polished receiver

[B. Dudley]

Both of the above suggestions will work. The bluing remover will be a little less caustic than vinegar.

[OH Osthaus]

Originally Posted by Brian Dudley

Both of the above suggestions will work. The bluing remover will be a little less caustic than vinegar.

I always rub down the treated area or part with a thin baking soda paste to neutralize the vinegar's acidity


Phil
this top lever was lightly blued and then rubbed down with vinegar to match the patina of the boxlock frame