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16 February 2006, 07:47
mousegun
metal filler
I forged the bolt handle on my mauser and after much filing and smoothing I still have some dents and marks that I want to remove. I dont want to remove any more metal in these areas and I was wondering what type of solder or filler I could use to fill in these areas and then smoothe out with a file and possibly blue later. I was hoping to use gas welding torch and solder. I may be able to tig weld it if necessary.

Any advice appreciated.


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16 February 2006, 08:22
Rick 0311
You’re gonna be pretty hard pressed to find solder that will match blued steel. Why not just weld them up and file to match?
16 February 2006, 17:04
malm
You'll want to keep the heat localized so using the TIG would probably be best. You can use a good old metal clothes hanger for the filler. Be sure to sand off the finish first. Don't let the heat spread beyond the handle. Use a good heat sink and even some of Brownells Heat Control Paste to protect the cocking notch. Good luck.