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[vesuvio]

What can I use to remove the "green"? Or should I leave it alone?

[Geo99]

Originally Posted by vesuvio

What can I use to remove the "green"? Or should I leave it alone?

Just use Hoppes or whatever gun cleaning solvent you have.

- Geo

[ithacaartist]

Originally Posted by vesuvio

What can I use to remove the "green"? Or should I leave it alone?

Verdigris! Removal is imperative, as it is corrosive and will degrade what it is growing on. It's a reaction between the metal of the mag and the leftover acidity in the leather, helped by ambient moisture in the air.

Since it is a bit greasy in consistency, a mixture of vinegar and a 1/2 squirt of Dawn for dishes will cut it. You can also use baking soda, at the other end of the pH scale. Use non-scratching plastic scrubber, toothbrush, terrycloth rag to prevent damage to any remaining finish/ surface. Dry those suckers off immediately (recommend compressed air or a good shaking, wiping, and a warm, well ventilated place such as on the radiator or heat vent) and use those wooden faux-mags to hold the shape of the pockets on the holsters!

And before I forget, nice guns, man!