August 09, 2026, 01:26 PM
GenorogersGun Bluing Products
Are there any recommended products for bluing ? Not for scratches but general wearing. Do they work ?
August 09, 2026, 11:21 PM
car541I find this stuff works pretty well
https://caswellplating.com/black-oxide-kits.htmlIt isnt actually bluing, but it does make carbon steel black
August 10, 2026, 07:47 PM
GenorogersI'm really looking for something to "touch up" if there is such a thing.
August 10, 2026, 09:03 PM
marksman41These videos from Old Path Traveller may be of help -
-using Birchwood Super Blue to reblue a part:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_9vUukXNww- rust reblueing entire pistol, then uses Birchwood Casey Perma Blue to finish:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqR9aSn7U4oAlthough the second video is really a summary instead of a step-by-step how-its-done, it was still very informative. Especially using the cold blue on top of the rust blue to add more luster.
August 11, 2026, 10:06 AM
GenorogersI'll have a look, thanks.