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26 May 2008, 07:36
cal30 1906
What is a good cold blue solution...
I have tried Birchwood Casey in the past and didnt think much of the results.

What do you guys use here for general touch up?




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26 May 2008, 07:48
Rhys
oxopho blue from Brownells. I may not have the spelling exactly right, but it's close enough to find it.


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26 May 2008, 07:48
craigster
I've found Brownell's Oxpho-Blue to be the best of the cold blues.
26 May 2008, 09:43
cal30 1906
Well that Ill get some ordered an try it.

Thanks alot!!


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26 May 2008, 18:19
srtrax
I have yet to try Brownells, because i like using a product called G96, for touch ups its the best i've seen, blends perfectly!


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26 May 2008, 21:59
Mark
Well I have 2 favorites, both from Brownells.

Like the others, I like the Oxpho blue as it is pretty durable as far as cold blues go. However, it is a bit too gray for my liking. I like their T4 for the dark color, so what I do is I use both blues.

First I'll use the Oxpho blue, and then follow it up with a few applications of T4. So you get a nice dark yet durable color.

Afterwards I like to get the steel hot and work an oil into it (usually straight ATF or ATF/mineral spirits blend) and leave it for a day to soak.


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27 May 2008, 02:46
Dr.K
thumb Oxpho Blue !. I find if not satisfied with the desired tone of blue , buff and keep applying and repeat it turns near Blue black .
Least in my limited usage of it any way .

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27 May 2008, 06:17
D Humbarger
G96 is good for touch up if you can find it.



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27 May 2008, 20:45
srtrax
It is hard to find , i bought plenty when i had a chance...but i did find this on the net!
http://www.g96.com/miva/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Store_C...tegory_Code=Gun+Blue


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