Removing rust spots off my AK

Mississippi Rifleman

Mississippi Rifleman

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Y'all might remember my post about cleaning out my scabbard and the rust spots it created. Well, now, can anyone suggest a way to remove these rust spots. They're not that big. Thanks.

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MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY
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Fear the man that owns only one rifle,
he likely knows how to use it.
- Anonymous
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Ben Lee
Computer Science
AOL IM: MSURifleman
www2.netdoor.com/~rifleman
www2.msstate.edu/~brl2
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BenLeeMS
I don't use power tools.
I roll a news paper nice and tight till it is an inch or so thick,tape it closed so I can cut it into 6"lenths.With this I can apply metal polishes pieces of steel wool sand paper and so on.I can work down to the edge with out sliceing my finger tips.Make sure the khukuri is on something sturdy to take the downward pressure rub as hard as you like or need.When the end gets messed up slice off a little or turn it over.Try it you have nothing to lose.

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Ray

[This message has been edited by RayC (edited 06-06-2000).]
 
Ben,
Definitely no need for power tools. I'd be surprised if a mere month's accumulation of rust in a non-rainforest environment couldn't be removed with Flitz, a soft cloth, and a little bit of elbow grease
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Berk
 
Ok, I used Kozak's suggestion and got the rust off with a scotchbrite pad, but how can I get that mirror finish back? What grits of sandpaper do I use?

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MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY
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Fear the man that owns only one rifle,
he likely knows how to use it.
- Anonymous
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Ben Lee
Computer Science
AOL IM: MSURifleman
www2.netdoor.com/~rifleman
www2.msstate.edu/~brl2
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Go to automotive paint supply store and get 800-2000 grit , then put a little muscle into it .
 
Will do! I wish I have a before pic now

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MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY
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Fear the man that owns only one rifle,
he likely knows how to use it.
- Anonymous
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Ben Lee
Computer Science
AOL IM: MSURifleman
www2.netdoor.com/~rifleman
www2.msstate.edu/~brl2
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