Preservation and Protection.

Imperial Arms · 02-25-2009, 05:05 PM

Without going into long detail, I simply say 'KISS' - 'Keep it Simple...'

Firstly, I do not recommend using oils such as Break-Free, because these kinds of oils do not give enough protection to rust blue finishes. Believe it or not, rust blue on guns such as Lugers is actually - RUST - and using an oil such as Break-Free will 'loosen' the rust over time. Instead, I use a light grease such as Universal Rig Grease which has protected my guns for over 20+ years without affecting the finish.

In regards to protecting leather items, I either use saddle soap (which does not change the color of light leather) or Connelly's Hide Care (very sparingly).

For the purpose of long term storage, I place all my pistols in high quality pistol pouches and I have never had any problems, even after ten years in a safe deposit box.

Gun preservation does not need to be expensive, just sensible and careful. Seeking the advise of various knowledgeable experts in the field is a helpful way to protect your heirlooms or investments.

Enjoy,
Albert

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02-25-2009, 05:05 PM	#1
Imperial Arms Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Malta, EU Posts: 579 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Without going into long detail, I simply say 'KISS' - 'Keep it Simple...' Firstly, I do not recommend using oils such as Break-Free, because these kinds of oils do not give enough protection to rust blue finishes. Believe it or not, rust blue on guns such as Lugers is actually - RUST - and using an oil such as Break-Free will 'loosen' the rust over time. Instead, I use a light grease such as Universal Rig Grease which has protected my guns for over 20+ years without affecting the finish. In regards to protecting leather items, I either use saddle soap (which does not change the color of light leather) or Connelly's Hide Care (very sparingly). For the purpose of long term storage, I place all my pistols in high quality pistol pouches and I have never had any problems, even after ten years in a safe deposit box. Gun preservation does not need to be expensive, just sensible and careful. Seeking the advise of various knowledgeable experts in the field is a helpful way to protect your heirlooms or investments. Enjoy, Albert