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Reblue'ing a gun
Posted on 3/29/13 at 9:38 am
Posted on 3/29/13 at 9:38 am
Admitting-ly, I dont know much about this but I am in the process of restoring my 1st 22 that I ever had. I want to get it ready for my little boy when he is ready to start shooting in a few years.
So my questions is...I have a small section under the nose of the barrel that seem to have lost it's "blue". It is probably 1/2 inch wide by 2 inch long. Can you "Re-blue" a small section like this or does the whole gun need to be "re-blued" Also, is this a job that the average OB'er can do?
I'm sure that I can bring this to a gunsmith to get it done but there are 2 reasons why I am leaning against that....1st is the cost, it a 22 marlin so I dont want to spend a couple hundred bucks (if thats what it cost) to have it done AND 2nd..its kind of a labor of love at this point to restore a gun from my past and pass it on to my son knowing that I "brought it back" myself.
So my questions is...I have a small section under the nose of the barrel that seem to have lost it's "blue". It is probably 1/2 inch wide by 2 inch long. Can you "Re-blue" a small section like this or does the whole gun need to be "re-blued" Also, is this a job that the average OB'er can do?
I'm sure that I can bring this to a gunsmith to get it done but there are 2 reasons why I am leaning against that....1st is the cost, it a 22 marlin so I dont want to spend a couple hundred bucks (if thats what it cost) to have it done AND 2nd..its kind of a labor of love at this point to restore a gun from my past and pass it on to my son knowing that I "brought it back" myself.
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Posted on 3/29/13 at 9:49 am to StinkDog12
i dont know.. i had an OLD marlin 22 i completely sanded down, re-stained the wood.. and painted the barrel matte black. looks like new now, i didnt reblue sorry.. 
Posted on 3/29/13 at 9:52 am to StinkDog12
Posted on 3/29/13 at 10:01 am to PvilleP
Thanks, any experience with it? Can I just do a small section of the gun or do I have to do the whole gun for it to match? Do you have to "strip" old blue off before applying or does this stuff just "paint" over?
I saw that stuff, but noticed it is the "pro's choice"...is this a "pro job" or has anyone done it themselves and would say that someone with some time and effort can accomplish it?
I've done some internet research on it but I am looking for some honest experience from fellow OB'ers if any of ya guys have it.
I saw that stuff, but noticed it is the "pro's choice"...is this a "pro job" or has anyone done it themselves and would say that someone with some time and effort can accomplish it?
I've done some internet research on it but I am looking for some honest experience from fellow OB'ers if any of ya guys have it.
Posted on 3/29/13 at 10:06 am to StinkDog12
I use it all the time to touch up rub areas on guns.
It's very easy to use. Just dab it on there, let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe off.
Never done an area as large as 1/2" x 2".
It usually blends in easily into the surrounding blue.
It's very easy to use. Just dab it on there, let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe off.
Never done an area as large as 1/2" x 2".
It usually blends in easily into the surrounding blue.
Posted on 3/29/13 at 10:08 am to PvilleP
sweet...thanks for the info! I am not looking to make a show worthy gun or anything, just looking to make it look good for my little man. The history of the gun with be its value to him, and then hopefully his little man...
Thanks again for the input.
Thanks again for the input.
Posted on 3/29/13 at 10:16 am to StinkDog12
I say leave it like it is. It missing a small patch of blueing isnt going to hurt the gun. Plus it gives the gun character. I like the looks of an old gun. That gun wont rust any faster as long as it gets its regular cleaning. Some people have messed up some nice old guns by reblueing.
Posted on 3/29/13 at 10:22 am to Teyeger
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I say leave it like it is. It missing a small patch of blueing isnt going to hurt the gun. Plus it gives the gun character. I like the looks of an old gun. That gun wont rust any faster as long as it gets its regular cleaning. Some people have messed up some nice old guns by reblueing.
I thought about that....the deal is, it isnt a "real nice gun" that I have to worry about messing up. Unfortunately when I was 8 years old the gun suffered a little from me being 8 years old. Although I "kinda" took care of it I am pretty sure that this spot is the result of where the barrel use to prop up against the side of my little john boat. That little 5 horsepower johnson motor would rattle that little john boat while I was scoot'n around check'n trout lines in the bayou and I am sure it rubbed the blue off at the prop point.
Posted on 3/29/13 at 10:40 am to StinkDog12
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pretty sure that this spot is the result of where the barrel use to prop up against the side of my little john boat.
I wouldn't touch that gun. That wear mark is a story your son can pass down to his kids and he'd have the gun that goes with the story.
Posted on 3/29/13 at 10:41 am to StinkDog12
That's a good product for cold blue. I have done spots and entire barrels and receivers. Patience, use 0000 steel wool, clean with alcohol, dab on, follow instructions, rub vigorously. Redo to get a good blend. Works good on most metals but will spot and be uneven on some barrels. If you can't get it to look real good, you could go with a nice duralast gun metal finish. All depends on the look you are after. I love Marlin Model 60s. Good Luck!
Posted on 3/29/13 at 12:47 pm to Yewkindewit
I've done complete rifles w cold blue gel it is very easy to use
In fact I think its great fun
In fact I think its great fun
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