32 Smith and Wesson surface rust problems

[Guest]

I came across this revolver this morning in some crates I was going thru. As you can tell, one side has some rust on it that I want to remove. Without shooting it, it seems to work just fine. Any ideas or advice y'all can give me?

[SabineHunter]

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[M16]

Put some oil on it. Get a pre 1982 all copper penny and rub the rust away. The bluing will have a bald spot where the rust had been.

[Drycreek3189]

Fine (very fine) steel wool and oil. Don’t get too aggressive with the steel wool.

[SabineHunter]

Okay, I'll try it and post up when done.

[rosco11]

Sweet gun.. I love those old grips!

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[Brazos Hunter]

I have reworked/restored several over the years and a couple on here (search “ugly gun”) and there are a couple easy ways to go about it. I am a fan of super fine steel wool and oil then touch up the areas that require attention. If you are anywhere near BCS or Granger (will be there this weekend) I am more than happy to assist.




Michael

[Bassdeer]

Just posted this on a another thread a few day's ago.

1 part molasses and 9 parts water will eat the rust off. Leave it in there for a week.

Do a google search if you like. it works.

[Double-O-Dave]

As you probably know, that’s not a S&W revolver. Still, assuming it’s mechanically sound, it could be a cool project. I’d (carefully) remove the grips and spray/apply a liberal coat of some penetrating oil for several days and see where you are then.

Please provide updates and photos when you can.

Good luck.

Regards,

Dave