Products to Save a Water Damaged Gun; Why Carry; Gun “Buy Backs”: Gun Talk Radio|9.3.17 B

Published on September 5, 2017
Duration: 44:23

This guide details the process of salvaging firearms damaged by water submersion, emphasizing immediate action and proper cleaning techniques. It highlights the use of specialized products like water displacement oils and penetrating lubricants to remove moisture and prevent rust. The advice comes from experienced gunsmiths and technical support personnel, offering practical solutions for homeowners and enthusiasts dealing with flood-damaged firearms.

Quick Summary

To save a water-damaged firearm, immediately remove it from the water and rinse with fresh water if it was saltwater. Disassemble the gun and use water displacement oils or penetrating lubricants like KROIL to flush out moisture. Address surface rust with a metal cleaner pad and apply a rust preventative for long-term protection.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Crimson Trace Wireless Laser/Light System
  2. 00:24Gun Talk Radio Intro
  3. 00:50Kansas Campus Carry Law Discussion
  4. 01:31Houston Flood Impact & Gun Damage
  5. 02:32Steve Ostrom from Brownells Joins
  6. 03:35Water Damaged Gun Recovery Steps
  7. 04:03Water Displacement Oil Explained
  8. 05:52KROIL Penetrating Oil
  9. 06:31Disassembly for Cleaning
  10. 07:23Personal Story of Gun Rust
  11. 08:16Brownells Rust Preventative #2
  12. 09:22Long-Term Storage Products
  13. 09:55Brownells Website Information
  14. 11:11Ruger LCP 2 Feature
  15. 12:10Liberty Safe Quality
  16. 12:46Concealed Carry Training DVDs
  17. 13:46Springfield Armory Double Stack Pistols
  18. 14:28Open Line Callers
  19. 15:00Discussion on Gun Ownership Views
  20. 17:31Jeff from Houston Calls In
  21. 18:25Big 45 Metal Cleaner Demo
  22. 19:27Houston Flood Experience
  23. 20:37Flood Recovery Efforts
  24. 21:40Human Kindness During Disasters
  25. 23:07Katrina Gun Confiscation
  26. 25:14John from Fargo Calls In
  27. 25:29Flood in Grand Forks Area
  28. 26:02Diesel Fuel as Water Displacement
  29. 27:07Waste Oil Burner Use
  30. 27:31Gun Buyback Act of 2017
  31. 29:21Justin from Granite City Calls In
  32. 29:42Remington 870 Wingmaster Bearing Plate
  33. 31:31Brownells Gunsmith Tech Support
  34. 32:33Trap Shooting Adjustments
  35. 34:50Quick Break
  36. 35:00HSM Ammunition
  37. 35:33Brownells Online Firearm Sales
  38. 36:00Wetlands Conservation
  39. 36:30SureFire Tactical Products
  40. 37:09Kansas Professor Bulletproof Vest
  41. 39:44Milwaukee County Sheriff Resignation
  42. 40:40Benny from Bossier City Calls In
  43. 40:48Browning 25 ACP Magazine Issue
  44. 42:0325 ACP Caliber Effectiveness
  45. 43:14Magazine Capacity Discussion
  46. 44:11Esoteric Cartridges Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step to take if a firearm has been submerged in water?

The immediate priority is to remove the firearm from the water source. If it was saltwater, rinse it thoroughly with fresh water, ideally in a hot shower, to remove corrosive salt residue before proceeding with further cleaning and preservation steps.

What products are recommended for cleaning water-damaged firearms?

Recommended products include water displacement oils like Brownells Water Displacement Oil, penetrating oils such as KROIL, and rust preventatives like Brownells Rust Preventative Number 2. For surface rust, a metal cleaner pad like Big 45 Metal Cleaner can be effective.

How can I prevent rust on a firearm after it has been wet?

After cleaning and drying, apply a rust preventative to all metal surfaces. For long-term storage, consider using rust-preventative paper or vapor barrier bags to protect the firearm from moisture and corrosion.

Is diesel fuel a viable option for cleaning a wet gun?

A 20-30% concentration of Number 2 diesel can be used as a temporary water displacement agent if specialized products are unavailable. However, it's crucial to follow up with proper firearm cleaning and lubrication, and to handle diesel fuel carefully due to its flammability.

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