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08-09-2020, 09:36 AM
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Wax for our blued revolvers?
I was watching a video where this fairly knowledgeable individual mentioned that he used some sort of wax to protect the finish on his blued handguns. It made a bit of sense to me. Does anyone else do this?
I question wether the wax would endure the temperatures in some areas, but it seems it would offer protection from humidity and perspiration. Living in south LA, protecting a blued finish is always a concern. Back in the 70’s, I had a shotgun( Rem 1100) that developed some surface rust in the time it took to leave the blind and unload the truck at the house. Lesson learned. So, I’m all about taking whatever precautions available to protect the finish, especially on my expensive S&Ws.
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08-09-2020, 09:43 AM
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There've been lots of threads on this topic. You may want to do a search if you haven't already.
Renaissance Wax is the one typically recommended, though Johnson's Paste Wax also gets mentioned.
Just my personal opinion, but I think it's fine for safe queens, but too much trouble for guns that get shot or carried regularly. I don't have any safe queens, so I don't use wax. I'm sure others will chime in with their opinions.
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08-09-2020, 09:49 AM
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I use the Renaissance Wax, but for extreme use, especially the bad weather, I'd use your favorite auto wax. If the car can sit ut in bad weather for months, a few hours of exposure for your gun should be no problem. Be sure to remove the wood and get all area's so humidity doesn't creep into the cracks. Keep in mind that solvents used in cleaning the gun may remove the wax. So re-apply it.
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08-09-2020, 10:02 AM
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Wax on, Wax off
Please do a Search. Usually three waxes are used;
Fitz, Renaissance Museum wax, and Johnson Paste
wax.
Just make sure it has the highest percentage of
pure Carnauba Wax.
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08-09-2020, 10:06 AM
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If you are displaying your gun in a glass case or it's a designated safe queen, - then yea I could see the reason for using wax. If it is just a regular shooter I truly see no point. That is because every time you shoot and clean it - the gun will need to be completely free from solvents or oil and then waxed all over again. Unless you just enjoy the process of "wax on - wax off" what is the point?? I don't get it - but some guys just enjoy "the process" I guess, so whatever floats your boat!
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08-09-2020, 10:20 AM
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I used liquid car wax to help protect the finish on my service revolver. Between that, and a silicone cloth, I kept it in good shape in spite of it being exposed to the elements.
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08-09-2020, 10:22 AM
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Johnson's Paste Wax now for over 65 years.
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08-09-2020, 10:50 AM
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Johnson's Paste Wax, Renaissance Wax, or pure carnuba automotive wax all work well. With automotive waxes, I recommend being careful as many also contain fine abrasives.
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08-09-2020, 11:06 AM
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Yep. Did a search. Lots of info. I had no idea it was so common.
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08-09-2020, 12:32 PM
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Ren Wax
Flitz
gun oil
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Birchwood Casey Gunstock Wax, even on metal. Used it for 40 years and still do.
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08-09-2020, 01:43 PM
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I use Ren Wax on display pieces, but have used auto wax on carry guns. Someone from S&W told me about using wax probably 30 years ago. I remember he said "it protects your car from the elements, so why not your gun?".
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08-09-2020, 03:11 PM
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I prefer the Ren Wax and use it on all my guns. It keeps the fingerprints away and yes, Alabama can be a hot muggy place in July and August, just like Louisiana. Also it appears that my guns are easier to remove any "crud" that may have attached itself to my guns during usage, range or field. That is my choice and would recommend you give it a try.
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08-10-2020, 12:59 AM
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Another vote for Ren wax.
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Yep. Ren. wax.
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