IMO, the maroon pad is still too abrasive for a minor clean-up, but it's great for final burnishing before the first etch.
One process I'm a little hesitant to mention is the White Vinegar etch, since the barrels still have much of their original color.
Well, here it is anyways. After cleaning the barrels, degrease the barrels with acetone. Quickly coat'em with a WV soaked rag. Wait 20 seconds, then dunk them is a baking soda solution to stop the acid. (or wipe quickly with a sopping BS soaked rag). Rinse well with water. Towel, then blow dry. If happy with the pattern, heavily coat with oil, including bores. Burnish them lightly with 0000 steel wool while oiling. After they sit a couple of days, degrease and lacquer. If unhappy, etch can be repeated.
Caveat. No promises, it can potentially remove a lot of color.
Regards
Ken
Last edited by Ken61; 01/05/17 02:28 PM.
