Videos tagged with Oxidation

This guide details the causes and prevention of rust on firearms. It explains that rust is a chemical reaction between metal and oxygen, accelerated by moisture, salt, and acids. The video emphasizes controlling humidity through air conditioning, using corrosion-resistant alloys, and applying protective finishes and temporary treatments like oils and waxes. It provides specific recommendations for carried, hunted, and stored firearms, highlighting products like Gold Guard for long-term protection.

This guide details the internal assessment of a Beretta 98D following external rust. The speaker, demonstrating experienced authority, walks through the field stripping process, focusing on identifying internal wear, potential corrosion, and signs of over-pressure. The assessment covers the slide guides, breech face, barrel rifling, and grip frame, concluding that while external rust is present, internal damage appears to have been caught in time.

This video from GUNBROS provides an expert comparison between Anodized and Cerakote firearm finishes. A GUNBROS Representative, demonstrating high authority and expertise, explains the technical differences, pros, and cons of each. Anodizing offers superior durability through oxidation, bonding to the material, while Cerakote is easier to apply, repair, and offers more color options but is less durable and prone to chipping. The Sig Sauer MCX Spear LT is used as an example of an anodized finish.