Need help removing rust!

crosman177

crosman177

Joined
Jan 21, 2002
Messages
2,483
Ok, so my "mint" Crosman Blades folder that I won in a auction came today, and I noticed so rust on the bolsters and on the spring lock on the back. It isnt really that much, just LITTLE dots here and there. Still I would like to remove it, I tried to my self and was unseccusful, I did get rid of most of it how ever still some is there.

Also, the main blade wont fully lock back, the indent lock will come in, but the blade wont fully lock back, not that big of a problem but still would like to possibly fix that. FYI, this knife is going to be one of my collectors, as are my other Crosman blades and other folders.

Fairly happy with this knife, only cost me $10 "NIB" with instructions. Crosman/Coleman blades were made by Western knives, Ulster, and Phrobis for TWO years during the 80's and are becoming HARD to come by.

One of mine how ever is VERY RARE, it commemerates the Crosman model 760's 20th anniversary, I believe only about a thousand or so were made, and mines MINT! originally factory edge!

Any help would be appreciated.:)

Picture of knife in question>

knifecrosman.jpg
 
Hi Crosman,

I would coat the blade with oil, and let it sit for a while. That might be able to free up any rust. If there's any active rust, you could try picking it off with a sewing pin. If that does'nt work you could try flitz, or something like that, but if it's just discoloration I would just leave it. Best to leave knives as close to original, etc.... as possible.

As for the spring problem, I know what you are talking about, but I don't know of a way to fix it with out refitting the whole knife, may be try the Shop Talk section.

Nice pick on the Crosman knives, interesting stuff:).



HTH:D:).
 
to get the rust off I would try a little brasso, flitz, or semichrome with a soft cloth. Just remeber though if its collectibility your worried about i wouldnt try anything else! If the rust is deep it will take more than those mild abrasives to remove it!! So if that doesnt work I would leave it alone and keep it oiled. tuff glide works well for anything thats going to sit up for an extended time.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top