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I saw the above mentioned in an article on barrel browning, does anybody here use it or have any views ?
It's said to be softer than steel wool so a bit gentler for carding but I wondered if it leaves a trace of bronze on the steel ?
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I have used bronze wool and brass brushes for many years. Sometimes they leave traces of material. If they leave any residue, Hoppe's No. 9 solvent takes it right off. In your case, though, the residue, and No. 9, may be something you don't want in your process. Good Luck!
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Thanks Roundsworth, I think the best bet would be to buy some and try it out on my next job.
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I think trying to find bronze wool is more trouble than it's worth. I use 0000steel wool, with WD40, Ballistol, or Break free to remove light rust; and de-oiled 00steel wool to card, with very good results.
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Bronze wool is very common. Search for it on Amazon and you'll find plenty. I love the stuff. Not expensive.
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Marine supply stores carry it.
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I get it at the local Ace Hardware. Great for removing surface rust or really caked-on "crud of the ages." Won't eat bluing unless you King Kong it (and even then it takes a LOT of Kongin'!).
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Thanks for the replies, I think I'll stick with the fine steel wool, I've not had problems , just wondered if there were any benefits in using bronze.
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One of the best benefits of bronze wool is it doesn't tend to shatter into tiny pieces or dust as steel wool does. Great for wood because it doesn't leave little hidden pieces stuck in the wood that might show up later.
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Joe, that's handy to know, I think I will get some for woodwork , that way I'll have an excuse to buy it and try it  Cheers.
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