[Twisted385]

Well I was able to remove the dimples - I tried the socket method first which did not seem to help much so I got out my dremmel. Worked GREAT! My only question now is about the bare metal. I am thinking it will be much easier to start rusting. I am wondering if there is anything I should put or could put on the metal to help prevent this (besides a good layer of oil).

 

[Cactus1]

Yes, the bare metal will rust MUCH easier. Just put a little matte black paint on the exposed metal. Be sure to de-grease the metal first.

 

[Twisted385]

Sounds good - I know I have a ton of black paint laying around I can use. Any suggestions on how to make sure I get all the oil off the area before I paint it?

Also - any suggestions on a good paint to use? I am thinking it will rub off very easily with shells sliding over it, wouldnt it?

 

[wb]

Clean off the bare metal with rubbing alcohol then give it a coat of fingernail polish..
black if you can find it but clear will work fine.
After the polish dries give the spot a coat of oil and go shoot!

 

[RePete]

I remove the dmples with a drillpress and a 1/4" bit.

For the bare metal, I simply use cold blueing and have never had a problem.

RePete.

 

[Twisted385]

"Cold blueing"??? How do I do that?

 

[RePete]

Open the bottle or tube and apply.

Get some G96 or Birchwood-Casey cold blue, degrease all the bare metal and apply for 3 - 5 mins, rinse and buff lightly.

RePete.