Videos tagged with Corrosion Prevention

This guide provides essential steps for cleaning a muzzleloader, emphasizing the importance of thorough maintenance at the end of the hunting season to prevent rust and corrosion. The instruction comes from an expert familiar with seasonal firearm upkeep and corrosion prevention, utilizing professional-grade cleaning tools.

This guide, presented by an expert gunsmith, details how to inspect a used pistol for common issues like wear, poor modifications, and structural damage. Key areas to check include the breech face, forcing cone, barrel interior, and safeties. Understanding these inspection points helps buyers avoid purchasing a 'junk' firearm and ensures a safer, more reliable purchase.

Drawing inspiration from Russian armorer traditions, this guide details 17 secrets for ensuring firearm longevity. It covers progressive warm-ups, comprehensive cleaning, environmental controls for storage, specialized lubrication techniques for various conditions, and meticulous inspection schedules. The expert instruction emphasizes treating firearm maintenance as a ritual for decades of reliable service.

This video details the discovery of significant rust on a high-value Taran Tactical Benelli M2 shotgun. The owner expresses dismay as initial cleaning attempts reveal pitting, highlighting the consequences of neglecting firearm maintenance and proper storage. The incident underscores the importance of preventing corrosion on valuable firearms.

This video details the handmade creation of 'Chistostvol Gun Cream', a protective wax-based product for firearms. It showcases the meticulous mixing of oils and beeswax, followed by pouring and packaging into labeled tins. The application process on an engraved side-by-side shotgun receiver is demonstrated, highlighting its potential for corrosion and moisture protection.

This GUNS Magazine Podcast episode, "Guns on the Water: Tips for Keeping Your Firearms Dry," addresses a practical concern for firearm owners, specifically those with blued guns. The podcast also features sponsors 4Patriots, promoting their solar-powered fridge for emergency preparedness, and Creedmoor Sports, a resource for precision shooting enthusiasts. The content likely offers advice on firearm maintenance and protection in potentially wet environments.

This guide details the process of assessing and potentially salvaging a fire-damaged Palmetto State Armory AR-15. It covers initial cleaning, inspection of critical components like the bolt carrier group and springs, and the use of specialized tools for disassembly. The process emphasizes identifying damage from heat and 'cooking off' ammunition, and outlines steps for rust treatment and parts replacement, highlighting the expertise of the instructor in AR-15 technical analysis.

This video debunks the myth that motor oil is a suitable substitute for gun oil. While motor oil provides good internal lubrication, it lacks essential rust inhibitors crucial for protecting firearms from corrosion, especially in humid or salty environments. The hosts recommend using dedicated gun oil for external protection, even if motor oil is used for internal action.

Proper long-term ammunition storage is crucial for reliability. Cardboard packaging absorbs moisture, leading to corrosion, while plastic containers vary in effectiveness. Military-style steel .50 cal cans with O-ring seals are recommended for their durability and moisture resistance. Preparing cans with silicone cloths and using silica gel packs further enhances preservation.

This video features Guntech Steve Ostrem discussing various rust prevention products for firearms. He highlights several Rust-Blox Vapor Tabs in different quantities, Paper Trail Paks, Paper Bulk Paks, Brownells Rust Veto, Break-Free, and Barricade. The video aims to inform viewers about how these products work and help them choose the right one for their needs, with a link provided for more information.

This video demonstrates effective methods for removing light rust from firearms, emphasizing prevention through proper drying and wiping. It covers using solvents like Hoppe's No. 9 for fingerprints, polishing agents like Flitz for light surface rust, and 0000 steel wool with gun oil for deeper rust. The guide also clarifies when pitting necessitates professional gunsmith intervention for repair and re-bluing.