Gun restoring.

[beleg2]

If this thread do not belongs here, please move to corresponding section.

I have just get an old Blanch (made by Tranter) revolver of circa 1860.
It is in good condition but I could not unscrew the nipples.
I remember that I read about mixing oil with acetone as penetrating oil, would you please redirect me to corresponding thread (I could not find it)
Also the barrel have some oxide, any helping idea?



Thanks
Martin

[Stone River]

http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=10097.0

If I did this correctly this is probably the link you are looking for.  I'm tech challenged.  If this link doesn't work, just search using "penetrating oil."  I actually found it just searching acetone. Came up 2nd after your post.  Hope this helps.

SR

[SCLoyalist]

Refinishing, rust removal, etc of an antique firearm is something to be started only after prayerful deliberation and with  the concurrence of a burning bush.  You run the risk of devaluing the piece.

That said, to remove the rust and any leading from inside the barrel,  mechanical means such as JB bore paste on a cleaning patch (probably lots of cleaning patches) might work, or electronic means - you can build a low voltage electronic bore cleaner that should remove the crud via electrolysis.  Plug the cylinder end of the barrel, fill barrel with a vinegar/ammonia mixture, suspend a stainless steel rod from the muzzle end taking care it doesn't touch the barrel, put 3-6 volts DC across it (positive to the barrel, negative to the suspended rod), and give it 20 minutes or so.  Dump the cruddy mixture, then clean the barrel well and oil.

Again, whether you are better off taking such action with an antique is something for you to decide.

Good luck, SCL

[beleg2]

Thank you very much SR.
Just make my own mix with acetone + ATF + Kerosene.
I tried after an hour but did not work.
I will wait till tomorrow and I will make a nipple Wrench to fit the square nipples.

Thanks SCL,
I just want to clean it enough to shot.
This electric cleaning looks good, I must try it.

Martin

[SCLoyalist]

Here's a link to the directions I used:

http://www.surplusrifle.com/reviews/copperout/index.asp

I made one and used it on three of my guns with no ill effect, although I was after fouling and potential leading rather than visible rust.

And, there's a current thread titled "Rusty bore help" that might give you some ideas as well.

[doug]

T.
I tried after an hour but did not work.
I will wait till tomorrow and I will make a nipple Wrench to fit the square nipples.

     Usually we are talking in terms of weeks soaking in penetrating oil before parts loosen up

cheers Doug

[Joey R]

If I remember correctly it was equal parts Acetone, Turpentine, Kerosene, and Automatic Transmission Fluid. I think? Good luck!

[Pete G.]

I have found the stuff named "Kroil" to be far superior to anything else I have ever used as a penetrant.

[skillman]

I second the suggestion of Kroil. I have used it for years and it's the best penetrant I have found.
Steve

[JCKelly]

Kroil may be had from Brownell's,  www.brownells.com

[beleg2]

Thank for all advises.
It if incredible how much oxide 4.5" of barrel can have.


This about half of the oxide I remove from inside just with the dry scotch brite.

Thanks
Martin