Pre-emptive strike against rusting guns

[HuskerHunterFisher]

I have a Winchester Model 94 .30-30 that looks like it is just starting to get some rust on the side of the action. It doesn't look like full blown rust because it isn't rough or flaky, but the bluing just seems patchy and slightly reddish. Is this the beginnings of rust or something else? If it is rust, does anyone have any good procedures for removing/fixing it? From here on out I plan on making sure the firearm is oiled well (I have been at college and haven't had much time to deal with the gun maintenance) but how do I make sure the preexisting rust doesn't progress further?

[BGunn]

Check out this test on products...

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/lid=12616/GunTechdetail/Gun_Cleaning_Clinic__Knowing_the_Limits_of_Rust_Pr eventatives

[stinkycat]

Cool test and I have to say I like the results of the WD40. I have been using it for years with great results.

[djcoop52]

I have guns from new to 40 years old and all in great shape. Now that I have grandkids I keep everything in a gun safe. use a dehumidifier of some kind, I use a rechargable can in mine. I pull every gun out of safe two times a year clean and oil all metal with gun oil. Any gun that is used is cleaned and oiled after season is over. Nothing is more disappointing to me than going to a gun auction and seeing the sorry shape that some guns are in. Not everyone puts the same value on what they bought as I do.

[Esoxchaser]

Check out this test on products...

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/lid=12616/GunTechdetail/Gun_Cleaning_Clinic__Knowing_the_Limits_of_Rust_Pr eventatives

Very interesting, thanks for the link. I have always used Rem-Oil. WD-40 was sure effective in the test, and is inexpensive and easily obtained.

[Noah Cantell]

Every 3 months, take your firearms out of the closet and clean them again throroly whether you feel they need it or not.

Otherwise, wd 40 and very fine grit steel wool or at least two grades of lapping compound will do the trick - don't forget to re-blue (Outside) it where you've worn off the first bluing. That bluing is there for a preservative reason. Inside, apply liberal gun grease if you plan to store it more than 3 months. Still, inspect your firearms quarterly for garbage you missed.

[Suzuki]

Check out this test on products...

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/lid=12616/GunTechdetail/Gun_Cleaning_Clinic__Knowing_the_Limits_of_Rust_Pr eventatives

Cool. I wish they would have tested Rem Oil. Good ole WD!

[rebs]

I use this all the time for guns and fishing tackle
WWW.theinhibitor.com

[AllenW]

Cool. I wish they would have tested Rem Oil. Good ole WD!

Been my exprience Rem oil lasts a bit longer than WD-40, nothing scientific, just seat of the pants.

Al

[High Ball]

Gents, just so you will know, the "Box Of Truth" did some testing a year or so ago and they tested a heap of oils etc. The worst one to give metal a rusty start was the WD-40 oil.

[BGunn]

Then why do they tell you to use it on your shotgun...

http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/edu9.htm

AND after shooting corrosive ammo...

http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/edu13.htm

And your semi-auto pistol...

http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/edu47.htm

And your AR15 rifle...

http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/edu49.htm

:huh: