Re: Pictures of your Ithaca Model 37
Posted: Sat Aug 06, 2016 10:25 am
Nice work. Very nice work.
For bluing if you can get Brownell's 44/40 cold blue use that. It is the best stuff I have ever used.
It takes practice but you can do it. I'm quite good it at but only after practicing on 20-30 old hand tools like screwdrivers, etc. I have an entire tool box of tools with industrial finishes!
Never ever reuse your cotton swab. Use a fresh one each time you dip. The metal must be surgical clean and dry. Use several coats until you get the right shade. Wipe it down and oil it immediately
For bluing if you can get Brownell's 44/40 cold blue use that. It is the best stuff I have ever used.
It takes practice but you can do it. I'm quite good it at but only after practicing on 20-30 old hand tools like screwdrivers, etc. I have an entire tool box of tools with industrial finishes!
Never ever reuse your cotton swab. Use a fresh one each time you dip. The metal must be surgical clean and dry. Use several coats until you get the right shade. Wipe it down and oil it immediately