Generally, parts not coated with Rust Blue won’t rust in the blueing process. But if you desire added protection, spray any parts you don’t want to rust with clear lacquer. You can even coat the inside of …

Bluing, sometimes spelled as blueing, is a passivation process in which steel is partially protected against rust using a black oxide coating. It is named after the blue-black appearance of the resulting …

Aug 20, 2013 · The end result of the express rust-bluing process I’ll describe here looks and wears just as well or better than some of the methods used in days gone by. In fact, it may even wear better …

There are several techniques for bluing guns, but this article will focus on rust bluing because it is the most DIY-friendly method. Rust bluing doesn’t require the metal to be in high polish (anything over …

What is Rust Bluing? Rust bluing for barrels and magazine tubes is a process that only a few master gunsmiths practice. Coating the clean parts with a rust bluing solution, allowing it to rust, and boiling …

There are five different types and methods of gun bluing used by gunsmiths, each with its own varying degree of protection and coloring. Before we look at each type, we must examine what can and can’t …

Mark Lee Express Blue #1, Express Brown #2, and Slow Rust #3 are true rust bluing solutions. The main difference between the two blacking solutions is that rust is immediately formed with the …

With “Slow Rust Bluing” a chemical is applied after all metal preparation is done and the firearm is placed in a slow rust box to build up a layer of rust on the outside. It is then carded off and polished.

Oct 29, 2023 · The process involves coating the metal with a rust-blasting solution (usually a mixture of salts and acids). The metal is then exposed to moisture and heat to initiate a chemical reaction …

Feb 17, 2024 · Rust bluing has been used for centuries as a method to protect firearms from corrosion. This technique dates back to the early days of firearm manufacturing when craftsmen sought …