Bisley Gun Blue 75g Tub

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Before you perform these steps, make sure ideally gather around all the components. Keep the place you are working on, well ventilated for better results. Also, make sure there are no children around as you are working with chemicals. Frequently Asked Questions Do these bluing kits work for all types of guns? Gun bluing has been used for centuries and continues to be used today. However, there are alternative ways of finishing your gun if you find that bluing isn’t the route you want to take. Cerakote, Duracoat, Alumahyde, and parkerizing are all great options for adding a protective finish to your steel gun parts. Each of these finishes has its own pros and cons that must be considered. Cold bluing is a method which doesn’t require heat. Cold bluing isn't especially resistant to holster wear, neither it provides a high degree of rust resistance. Generally, it gives an adequate cosmetic retouch of a gun's finish when applied and additionally oiled on a regular basis. However, rust bluing of small areas will often “hit better the bluing target” than any other cold bluing process. Read the following steps and learn how to cold blue a gun. Step #1 Cleaning and Polishing Gun bluing does not directly affect firearm performance as it primarily serves as a protective and aesthetic coating. However, improper bluing techniques may impact the gun’s functionality if not performed correctly. 9. Is gun bluing toxic? When you are satisfied with your bluing, remove the gun parts and rinse them off thoroughly in cold water.

Using the same sandpaper or steel wool as you would for the other techniques, polish all bluing locations so that they are free from impurities.

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Patience: Bluing is a meticulous process that requires patience and attention to detail. Rushing can lead to uneven results. We hold Open Licenses for Europe, USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand.This greatly speeds up the export process to these destinations eliminating the need, in most cases, to apply for an export permit on a case by case basis. When you bought your gun, it came with a thin coat of iron oxide; this chemical gave your gun that sleek, professional feel and look that likely attracted your attention. If you are re-bluing your gun, it’s best to remove the original finish. You can do this by placing the steel parts in a half vinegar, half water mixture. Boil them in a steel pot for half an hour. The deep fryer method

Bluing is often a hobbyist endeavor, and there are many methods of bluing, and continuing debates about the relative efficacy of each method. Can be used on various firearms, suitable for both cold and hot bluing methods, and aids in restoration and maintenance. The map below shows a selection of some of the places we have exported to over the years and the type of gun exported. By rebluing your weapon, you can ensure that it maintains a superior look and feel without sacrificing functionality or safety. Bluing only works on ferrous materials such as steel, cast iron, or stainless steel, for protecting against corrosion because it changes iron into Fe 3O 4. As aluminium and polymers do not rust, they cannot be blued, and no corrosion protection is provided. However, the chemicals from the bluing process can cause uneven staining on aluminium and polymer parts. Hot bluing should never be attempted on aluminium, as it reacts it usually dissolves in the caustic salt bath.The type of bluing solution you use depends on the bluing method you select. Standard bluing solutions include cold bluing compounds, hot bluing solutions, and other specialized formulations. Tanks or Immersion Containers The term nitre comes from the nitre salts commonly used to do this process. Although not entirely needed, they make for a much more consistent job and will guarantee good results. This same process is often used to temper parts such as springs. Using lower temperatures, the straw-colored gold found on early luger triggers and small parts is easily achieved as well. The frequency of bluing maintenance depends on the gun’s usage and exposure to environmental factors. In general, it may need to be redone every few years or as soon as signs of wear or corrosion appear. 12. Does gun bluing decrease the value of antique firearms? Next, you have to polish the metal of the gun so that you can remove the scratches on the surface and the rusts. Steel wool or sandpaper can be used for this. As a prevention, you can consider plugging the ends of the barrel which will ensure that no solution gets inside.

Unlike other ordinary gun blues, you will not need to apply the Birchwood Casey Super Blue over and over again. In just 2-3 rubs you can get the fine finishing you are looking at. If you need a gun moving in or out of the UK, we can usually help whatever the circumstances and wherever the destination. If you’re simply looking to enhance your current bluing, simply apply cleaning oil to the locations you wish to blue.Application of Chemicals: Apply a specialized bluing solution suitable for stainless steel. This may involve multiple steps, including chemical treatments and heating.

However, I do not recommend this DIY method unless you are pretty sure of what you are making and how. Once done, boil your gun parts in distilled water to halt the rusting process instigated by the acid solution. Remember that there are various bluing methods, each with its characteristics and complexities. Choosing the proper plan for your project and following the steps carefully will lead to a beautifully blued firearm you can be proud of. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your materials, and start bluing. With practice and dedication, you’ll become a master of this time-honored craft. You Might Also Like There are also methods of cold bluing, which do not require heat. Commercial products are widely sold in small bottles for cold bluing firearms, and these products are primarily used by individual gun owners for implementing small touch-ups to a gun's finish, to prevent a small scratch from becoming a major source of rust on a gun over time. Cold bluing is not particularly resistant to holster wear, nor does it provide a large degree of rust resistance. Often it does provide an adequate cosmetic touch-up of a gun's finish when applied and additionally oiled on a regular basis. However, rust bluing small areas often match, blend, and wear better than any cold bluing process.Application of Additional Coats: You can repeat the immersion and quenching process multiple times for a deeper and more durable blue. Repeat the applying of the solution several more times until you got the wanted bluing result. Step #3 Fine Adjustment