First Attempt at Strawing

Revolvr · 02-12-2006, 05:35 PM

I've been learning various finish techniques - rust blueing, temper bluieing and strawing.

I had a 1923 DWM Commercial that had been previously hot blued sometime in it's past, and all parts were blued. So I decided to experiment with strawing.

Dug around the web for information, but probably the most concise instructions for the DIY'er came from PoliceLuger on this forum - much appreciated!

This attempt came out slightly darker than I wanted, almost golden brown. I may re-do it later. I found it is difficult to see just when to remove the heat. Just having instructions on paper isn't enough, it still takes skill and practice.

-- Dan

02-12-2006, 05:35 PM	#1
Revolvr User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 86 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	First Attempt at Strawing I've been learning various finish techniques - rust blueing, temper bluieing and strawing. I had a 1923 DWM Commercial that had been previously hot blued sometime in it's past, and all parts were blued. So I decided to experiment with strawing. Dug around the web for information, but probably the most concise instructions for the DIY'er came from PoliceLuger on this forum - much appreciated! This attempt came out slightly darker than I wanted, almost golden brown. I may re-do it later. I found it is difficult to see just when to remove the heat. Just having instructions on paper isn't enough, it still takes skill and practice. -- Dan