I was given an old Winchester Model 69. It was full of dirt and dust with significant rust on the exterior. One spot looked like a dog or cat urinated on it. It was badly pitted. I used Hoppe's #9 and switched to KROIL soaking and using #0000 steel wool or #2000 wet/dry. The most serious rust and pitting is down to very minor damage. But the bluing is gone in that area.
After a lot of work, I was able to get it working and cleaned up. I have decided to strip and reblue the barrel. Any advice? Are the over the counter re-bluing kits worth using?
I am also looking for some documentation on how to disassemble the bolt for cleaning. I got the bolt cleaned up using "Gun Scrubber".
Judging by the safety, I would venture to say it is one of the first Winchester 69's..
After a lot of work, I was able to get it working and cleaned up. I have decided to strip and reblue the barrel. Any advice? Are the over the counter re-bluing kits worth using?
I am also looking for some documentation on how to disassemble the bolt for cleaning. I got the bolt cleaned up using "Gun Scrubber".
Judging by the safety, I would venture to say it is one of the first Winchester 69's..