Videos tagged with Cosmoline

This video explores the decline of the surplus firearm market, particularly focusing on Curio & Relic (C&R) eligible firearms. The speaker, demonstrating high authority from long-term involvement, explains the C&R license (FFL 03) and reminisces about past importers and deals on iconic rifles like the Mosin Nagant and SKS. It highlights the shift towards modern budget firearms and compares historical calibers with current offerings.

This video appears to be a humorous or satirical take on firearms defense, specifically focusing on the AK platform. The title suggests a scenario involving defending PSA Kalashnikovs against fictional "Lemon Grenades" and "Army of Angry Cosmoline Cultists." The creator mentions a disagreement with another channel, @m26_lemon_grenade55, on an unspecified matter, hinting at a potential comparison or critique. The description also includes links for supporting the creator through Patreon, Venmo, and Instagram, suggesting a content creator who engages with their audience.

This video explains why WD-40 is not suitable for lubricating firearms, despite its common use. It highlights that WD-40 is a protectant, not a lubricant, and its mineral spirit content evaporates, leaving a gummy residue that can impede firearm function. For long-term storage, alternatives like Cosmoline are recommended.

This video demonstrates the deep cleaning of a heavily cosmoline-coated FN Browning Model 1900 pistol. The process involves meticulous removal of the preservative, revealing the firearm's excellent condition. It highlights the importance of thorough bore cleaning, showing the significant residue removed. The video also showcases the pistol's accessories, including a spare magazine and original cleaning rod.

The 2006-2007 Sportsman's Guide AK Magazine Lottery involved importing a large, unsorted batch of AK magazines from Sarajevo. These magazines, often coated in cosmoline, offered collectors a chance to find rare variants like Russian slab-sides, waffle mags, and various Balkan and Chinese patterns mixed with common surplus. This event significantly impacted the US collector market by introducing these previously scarce items at low prices, making them highly sought after today.

This review covers the Chinese Type 56 SKS imported by PSA, highlighting its historical significance and common condition issues like cosmoline. While ergonomically dated and requiring maintenance, it offers reliable performance for its price point. The video emphasizes the common frustration with stripper clips and suggests the SKS as a fun plinker and project gun for modernization.

This guide details the process of removing stubborn Cosmoline from surplus firearms, specifically Chinese Type 56 SKS carbines. It covers field stripping, using heat to 'sweat' Cosmoline from wood, sonic cleaning small parts, and employing non-chlorinated brake cleaner for metal components. Safety precautions, such as ensuring the firing pin channel is clear to prevent slam fires, are emphasized.

This video details the unboxing of Chinese SKS rifles from a crate, highlighting their C&R eligibility and the extensive cosmoline preservation. It showcases variations in stock condition and the presence of historical 'trench art' on some rifles. The discussion also touches on technical differences like milled vs. stamped trigger groups and rare features such as dual cleaning kit ports on buttplates.

This video details a rare crate opening of original Chi-Com SKS rifles, preserved in cosmoline for decades. It highlights variations like milled vs. stamped trigger housings and trench art on stocks. Crucial safety advice is given regarding cleaning cosmoline from the firing pin channel to prevent slam fires. Pricing and custom options are also discussed for these Vietnam-era turn-in firearms.

This YouTube video focuses on the unboxing and initial inspection of several Mosin-Nagant M91/30 rifles, specifically highlighting models manufactured in Tula and found buried in cosmoline. The description hints at the availability of these firearms and related products on the channel's website, while also providing social media links for Classic Firearms. The content appears to be aimed at firearm enthusiasts interested in historical military surplus rifles, their condition upon acquisition, and potential restoration or cleaning processes.

This unboxing video showcases a large shipment of Yugoslavian SKS rifles, specifically the M59/66 variant, acquired by Classic Firearms. The rifles are noted for their high quality, featuring milled bolts, trigger groups, and adjustable gas systems with grenade launchers. Accessories like ammo pouches, slings, and manuals are included, with options for hand-selected rifles to ensure aesthetic quality.

This video demonstrates a practical method for removing cosmoline from a C96 Mauser pistol using hot water. The presenter highlights cosmoline's effectiveness in rust prevention but also its difficulty to clean. The process involves immersing the firearm's metal components in boiling water to melt the cosmoline, while advising against submerging wooden parts like grips. This technique is presented as an alternative to traditional cleaning methods like rags and Q-tips for heavily cosmoline-coated firearms.