Hello all,
I did not see my post so I am trying again. I am a new member and I probably did something wrong.
I have a Hi Standard Double Nine revolver I bought new in about 1958. I is in very good condition mechanically but has a little holster wear on the blueing. The gun is my avatar. I have a problem with getting a new blue job because this model had the aluminum frame in a dull, flat black finish.
I need some ideas from experienced shooters/gunsmiths, etc ...... as to what my options would be to refurbish this gun to change that look of flat black and blued steel. I saw a place that would Duracoat (paint), in blue steel and clear coat but that would be my LAST resort. Has anyone had that blue steel paint job done?
Can I have something done to give the aluminum frame a look of case hardening?
(A look of .... not the actual process).
I know someone out there has a good suggestion. Go for it guys!
Thanks in advance.
Double Nine .. Reblue or ?
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- lostinthe50's
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Double Nine .. Reblue or ?
Indy Bob says: A so-so day at the range is still better than a great day at the office.
I have heard good things on duracoat so don't discount that as a "last resort".
Birchwood casey has an aluminum black that can touch up your holster wear I do believe.
Personally I believe honest wear on a firearm gives it personality and characer.
Birchwood casey has an aluminum black that can touch up your holster wear I do believe.
Personally I believe honest wear on a firearm gives it personality and characer.
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If it were mine I wouldn't refinish it. You describe it as "a little holster wear". The High Standard is a classic.bgreenea3 wrote:Birchwood casey has an aluminum black that can touch up your holster wear I do believe.
Birchwood Casey Super Blue does a good job on touchup for blued steel. Their Aluminum Black is iffy. Some things it does black, others turn out gray. I understand it depends on the alloy, how hard and / or porous it is.
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Welcome to GTO,
I would not look at refinishing a gun that is being used. Holster wear give them character and does not take away form the value like a refinish can. Here is a link to a company that does first class work http://www.customizedcreationz.com/home.html If I was to refinish an Al frame gun I would go with one of the Hard anodize finishes. These are extremely durable and resist wear better than most coatings.
I would not look at refinishing a gun that is being used. Holster wear give them character and does not take away form the value like a refinish can. Here is a link to a company that does first class work http://www.customizedcreationz.com/home.html If I was to refinish an Al frame gun I would go with one of the Hard anodize finishes. These are extremely durable and resist wear better than most coatings.
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Looking at the situation from a "buyers" point of view, I would think it would be more valuable in the state it is in, not a duracoat or re-bluing. Gun collectors I know don't alter the condition of a firearm because that's not what collectors like. Your gun has "history" in the present state.
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Thanks to all ........
I want to thank all of you for your information and your advice. I do believe I will leave this weapon just as it is. Many of you made that point clear. I had many, many wonderful shooting sessions with this firearm. I bought this gun at about 18 yrs old, and I am 70 now. I purchased 2 cartons of ammo, (1000 rounds), and it was gone within one week. I used to shoot at an old abandoned quarry. Note: All good things come to an end. Interstate 55 was built and went right through were this quarry sat.
A guy can learn a lot on a forum such as this. I belonged to RC Universe forum for years. I learned a lot from other radio controlled pilots and builders.
I am not a new-comer to shooting and firearms ...... BUT.... no matter how much we think we know, there are many out on these forums that know a lot more!
A guy can learn a lot on a forum such as this. I belonged to RC Universe forum for years. I learned a lot from other radio controlled pilots and builders.
I am not a new-comer to shooting and firearms ...... BUT.... no matter how much we think we know, there are many out on these forums that know a lot more!
Indy Bob says: A so-so day at the range is still better than a great day at the office.