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07-20-2018, 05:06 PM
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19-3 slight Corrosion under the Pach Grips
I recently joined the Forum after purchasing a 19-3 at a gun show.
I've shot it, I love it.
Following suggestions here, I removed the Pachmeyer Grips and indeed found some very light corrosion.
I gently rubbed a bit away and will oil it some.
Any suggestions from members with similar levels of corrosion?
Pictures attached.
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07-20-2018, 07:35 PM
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You don't say what you rubbed with, but a little more effort may remove some of the rest. I suggest a liberal application of Kroil (a highly penetrative oil available at some gun shops or auto parts stores or the Internet) and lightly rubbing with copper wool (try a wood finishing source). Do not use steel wool. Looks like there may be some actual pitting which will not go away, but you can stop the rust.
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07-20-2018, 07:54 PM
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I was successful removing some surface rust on an old BSA Martini rifle with a small bit of 0000 steel wool completely saturated with oil.
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07-20-2018, 10:53 PM
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Rub on the rust with Pre 64 all copper penny. "Wheat-penny". Use the smooth edge. It doesn't scratch and won't rub the blueing off. A little oil will help.
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07-21-2018, 01:10 AM
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I think peak53 meant Bronze Wool.
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07-21-2018, 01:23 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sonora
I think peak53 meant Bronze Wool.
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That would be fine, but I actually found copper wool.
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07-21-2018, 01:31 AM
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0000-grade steel wool will remove minor surface rust from blued steel surfaces without damaging the bluing. I recommend using it dry, then oiling the surfaces after the oxidation has been removed.
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07-21-2018, 08:28 AM
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It would not fix anything, but would hide some of it....... S&W Target Stocks. Just a thought. Bob
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07-21-2018, 08:51 AM
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For removing light surface rust I find Turtle Wax Chrome Polish and Rust Remover to be excellent . An extremely fine liquid abrasive that will polish off the rust and leave the bluing unharmed.
After rust removal , under the grips, two coats of a pure Carnauba paste wax like Mother's California Gold , will help protect it.
Actually you can wax the entire gun and it will look excellent .
Gary
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