Videos tagged with Brownells Oxpho-Blue

Roy Huntington, a recognized expert in the firearms industry, provides an instructional update on cold bluing a custom Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. He details the critical metal preparation steps, emphasizing a 500-grit finish, and demonstrates the application of Brownells Oxpho-Blue Creme Formula. The guide highlights how meticulous prep work can achieve a professional-looking hot blue finish using a cold bluing method, impressing even seasoned firearms enthusiasts.

This guide details how to effectively touch up worn bluing on firearms using Brownells Oxpho-Blue. The process involves cleaning, application, burnishing for luster with ultra-fine steel wool, and critically, neutralizing the acidic solution with water to prevent rust. The instruction comes from Brownells, a major industry supplier, indicating a high level of expertise.

This guide details the process of applying cold blue finishes to firearms, as demonstrated by Steve Ostrem, a technical expert from Brownells. It covers proper cleaning, product selection for full refinishing versus touch-ups, application techniques, and crucial neutralization steps to achieve a lasting finish. Proper surface preparation and understanding metal alloy reactions are emphasized for optimal results.