Hi Guys,
I recently picked up a used Model 36 that had been sitting in a safe for a number of years. The gun looked in great shape, was mechanically excellent and the price was right.
I took it home and broke it down for a good cleaning. When I removed the grips, I noticed that there was rust in several places where the grip had been touching the grip frame and the lock plate. With the grip back on, you can't notice the rust but I know it's under there!
As we all know, rust never sleeps. I want to remove the rust and somehow protect the frame from reoccurences of this menace. I don't want to go to the trouble and expense of re-blueing the whole gun, and since the rest of the gun's finish is acceptable, I don't think it is necessary.
What is the best way of removing the surface rust in these spots and protecting the steel underneath?
Thanks alot!