Waxing?

[eazyrhino]

What does waxing your revolver do for it, is it done for long term storage? And if so what type of wax do you use. Please explain the process.
Thanks Joe

 

[OKFC05]

Renaissance wax (used by museums) or ordinary Johnson's paste floor wax (cheaper). The wax goes on the outside, is much more durable than oil or grease, and can be used on daily carry without staining clothes. Not a substitute for normal lubrication of moving parts.

 

[eazyrhino]

Thanks' OKFCO5
So it is safe to use on the exterior of a blued and not have to use oil?

 

[OKFC05]

You betcha!
I haven't used oil or grease on the outside of guns since Alaska--wax is 3X better in coastal rains.

 

[*chris*]

I just started using Rennisance Wax on my blued and nickel colt pythons and the residue just wipes off with a microfiber cloth. I am a believer!

It also made my carry worn model 10 look the best it possibly could.

Chris

 

[jkc]

Apparently, waxing is not waning...

 

[eazyrhino]

Thanks a lot Guys. I'm excited and I'm going to try it.

Joe

 

[mbliss57]

I just waxed my 1st Model 19 with Ren Wax last night. I polished it with Flitz and then Mother's Mag because when I bought it the nickel finish was quite milky. The finish came out really shiny but it was hard to keep oils from hands from messing it up.
So last night I put the Ren Wax on. It went on and off easily and leaves a good protective layer. 2 thumbs up for Ren wax.
Mike

 

[ditrina]

Apparently, waxing is not waning...

I waxed poetic once!!

 

[LEO918]

Wax on Wax off. I've used Johsons all purpose wax for years. Costs about $7.00 for a can that will last three lifetimes.

 

[kennyb]

i'm a firm believer in renaissance wax...think of it like this...you dont use an oily rag to protect the finish of your car...of course continue to use oil on the innards and after shooting clean as always

 

[fyimo]

Ren Wax is definitely the way to go and Johnsons also works.

 

[Martya]

I waxed poetic once!!

Without your poetic license??? That gets 2 -

Funny I just got a small tin of Mother's over the weekend to try on my 13, and here we are talking about it.

 

[Maximumbob54]

I have a nickel plated Model 10 that I tried Johnsons Paste Wax after a Mother's Mag polishing. So far it's holding up very well.

You can hold more wax on your finger tip that it will take to coat the outer surfaces of the gun. So that can is likely to last several lifetimes. I plan on using some of it as bullet lube mix though... Who knew floor wax had so many uses???

 

[Roundsworth]

I use Johnson's Paste Wax on my Parkers. I spend a lot of time grouse hunting, and the wax provides great protection for my shotguns.

 

[JCS&W]

I use Ren Wax on all my guns, blue, stainless, alloy, nickel whatever. I find that they are easier to clean after range time. I have no preference to which wax. I just happen to have some Ren Wax already. If it ever runs out, Johnson Wax will be used.

 

[M2MikeGolf]

From the American Historical Foundation:
The American Historical Foundation - Museum-Quality Firearms. It mentions a lot about handling and protecting finishes.

Flitz also makes a wax especially designed for firearms.