I was givin an old single shot 20 gauge by my father in law. The gun was lost for about 30 years and is pretty rusted down the barrel. The inside of the barrel seems to be pretty good though. What would be the best way to clean the rust off and how would I treat the barrel once the rust is off?
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I was givin an old single shot 20 gauge by my father in law. The gun was lost for about 30 years and is pretty rusted down the b
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First thing I'd do is check for "brand" name. If it's a Savage, Stevens or Winchester, proceed with cleanup. I find WD-40 and 00 or 000 steel wool works wonders at removing surface rust.
As far as maintenance, a little WD-40 goes a long way.
WD-40 isn't a lubricant, but a "W"ater "D"isplacement solvent.. ((yeah, it lubes too! )
The 40 came because it was the 40th formula that performed as desired.
CAUTION: WD-40 kills primers!
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