Small scratches on CBOB!

[Hoss in IL]

Ooooooh, you're a lefty. There's your problem right there

If you can find scotch brite pads in their finest grade (I don't know what that would be), they would be a good consideration instead of the steel wool. I have used them on my dad's model 66.

Good luck

[SemperFi1977m]

Originally Posted by DUBYA.R

Thank You,
Now, I read somewhere that you should not use steelwool on stainless steel.
Anyone know for sure?

that is what I heard also. it is possible for particles of the steel wool to imbed in the stainless.....and then they rust.

Scotchbrite pads are what I heard to use. Auto body supply places and maybe hardware stores should have different grits.

[skosh69]

Originally Posted by DUBYA.R

Thank You,
Now, I read somewhere that you should not use steelwool on stainless steel.
Anyone know for sure?

The 0000 Steel Wool that I spoke of earlier was recommended by Dave and others here....it's really, really fine..almost like cotton! Using it along with a good lubricant/oil shouldn't be a problem.

The Flitz idea and a Scrotchbrite pad will work also. Good luck. Keep us posted!

[Daedalus]

I used Scotchbrite maroon (#7447) to remove an idiot mark from my Springfield Stainless GI. It worked perfectly with on hassle and no trace. Be sure to go with the grain and slowly.

The use of the green Scotchbrite pads found in the stores is not recommended as it is too coarse. The maroon stuff can be found at body shops or online.

[DUBYA.R]

Originally Posted by skosh69

The 0000 Steel Wool that I spoke of earlier was recommended by Dave and others here....it's really, really fine..almost like cotton! Using it along with a good lubricant/oil shouldn't be a problem.

The Flitz idea and a Scrotchbrite pad will work also. Good luck. Keep us posted!

I will try the Scotch-bright next..the FLITZ helped, but not enough.
BTW I'm not a lefty..belt goes thru the front of this holster, holding the gun close..for better concealment. Holster and gun stay outside of pants.
I still use it when I'm not wearing jeans.
I have some very fine steel wool and plenty of lubricants..If Dave says it's OK, it's fine with me.

[DUBYA.R]

Field-stripped her, gave her a 600-grit massage, and FLITZED her again.
Noticed some other little nicks she acquired over time and use, but she's not a SAFE-QUEEN. The scratches I was concerned about are virtually gone, as you can see. (compare to the first pics I posted)
I thank you (my COTEP brothers) for your helpful suggestions.

[Zilmo]

Looks like that worked out well!

[Dave Waits]

Originally Posted by SemperFi1977m

that is what I heard also. it is possible for particles of the steel wool to imbed in the stainless.....and then they rust.

Scotchbrite pads are what I heard to use. Auto body supply places and maybe hardware stores should have different grits.

not to be contrary but, would someone please explain to me how steel wool, especially 0000, which is very soft, would embed itself in SS which is actually harder. I mean, you guys do clean off a gun after you do something like this, don't you?
Dave

[DUBYA.R]

Originally Posted by Dave Waits

not to be contrary but, would someone please explain to me how steel wool, especially 0000, which is very soft, would embed itself in SS which is actually harder. I mean, you guys do clean off a gun after you do something like this, don't you?
Dave

It's just something I've heard. Could just be an old wives tale..

[GoldenVolt]

Originally Posted by Dave Waits

not to be contrary but, would someone please explain to me how steel wool, especially 0000, which is very soft, would embed itself in SS which is actually harder. I mean, you guys do clean off a gun after you do something like this, don't you?
Dave

I heard the same thing.

Microscopic voids in the metal will collect the iron molecules from the steel wool???

Sounds good.

Greg