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ArmedTheologian · 04-17-2009, 09:57 AM

Can anyone recommend a product that will restore the slide coloring while removing any rust particles that may remain on my pistol, or will I have to have it reblued professionally?

taylor6400 · 04-17-2009, 10:34 AM

Any good gun cleaner (CLP) will remove slight surface rust. But will not remove pitting in the finish. Are you sure its rust, and not just some brass scratches from either casings or rivets on your jeans?

ArmedTheologian · 04-20-2009, 10:47 AM

As you can see in this picture, the damage goes beneath the surface. Any suggestions?

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ichy_trigger · 04-20-2009, 11:03 AM

Refinish the gun yourself or have it done. If you know omeone that does sand blasting, you can erase all signs of the rust and then finish it with a good product.

ArmedTheologian · 04-20-2009, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ichy_trigger

Refinish the gun yourself or have it done. If you know omeone that does sand blasting, you can erase all signs of the rust and then finish it with a good product.

Any particular brand or product you can refer?

ichy_trigger · 04-21-2009, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ArmedTheologian

Any particular brand or product you can refer?

Check out John Norrell Arms
Its easy to apply and extremely durable. I just refinished 2 1911's for Tomfoolery last night. Hopefully he will get pics up soon.

ArmedTheologian · 04-21-2009, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ichy_trigger

Check out John Norrell Arms
Its easy to apply and extremely durable. I just refinished 2 1911's for Tomfoolery last night. Hopefully he will get pics up soon.

Much appreciated, friend.

RexDart · 06-26-2009, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ichy_trigger

Refinish the gun yourself or have it done. If you know omeone that does sand blasting, you can erase all signs of the rust and then finish it with a good product.

A question about sand blasting: I hear aluminum oxide, 120 grit, is the best for metal prep for most spray-on finishes. What, if any, steps must be taken to prevent mangling the roll marks on the slide when blasting?

**g29cc** · 08-01-2009, 11:15 AM

120 AO is a good grit to use. It wont mangle the roll marks, your safe there.

Check out NIC industries Cerakote Products for the best coatings on the market.

RexDart · 08-01-2009, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by g29cc

120 AO is a good grit to use. It wont mangle the roll marks, your safe there.

Check out NIC industries Cerakote Products for the best coatings on the market.

Thanks. I ended up using KG Gunkote (via Brownells). Turned out very well.

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g29cc XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 432	120 AO is a good grit to use. It wont mangle the roll marks, your safe there. Check out NIC industries Cerakote Products for the best coatings on the market. __________________ Todd McKechnie Customized Creationz Custom Refinishing in Cerakote , Full Plating Capabilities, Full CNC Machine Shop. FFL Licensed Certified Armorer
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