Cleaning up Rust

[indyjoe]

I was returned some 10/22 Liberty Trainer Rifles that I loaned to family and found something annoying in the case. My favorite of these rifles was cased a while ago with a GI sling over the barrel. It was either sweaty or wet. So naturally, the barrel now has a decent section of rust. Not terribly deep, but very easy to feel.

I've heard of using steel wool to clean this up. Is that the best method? How do I touch up the bluing after I clean the rust off.

 

[GregD]

I use oil and bronze wool very lightly. Usually there is no need to touch up the bluing. Good luck.

 

[indiucky]

I use oil and bronze wool very lightly. Usually there is no need to touch up the bluing. Good luck.

Like the man says or 6 ought steel wool and very, very lightly. It will be fine.