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“‘Liquid gun blue’ is a clear chemical mixture
containing selenium dioxide which, when
applied to iron, oxidises on the surface to create
a very desirable effect. It is very difficult to
apply evenly though and will only work on
metals with iron content”
Once you have got down to the base
metal you can create a brightly-polished
surface with wire wool and plenty of
elbow grease.
Blueing
‘Blueing’ is a technique usually used on
real steel firearms to prevent both rusting
and glare from the barrel, and is named
after its blue-black appearance.
‘Liquid gun blue’ is a clear chemical
mixture containing selenium dioxide
which, when applied to iron, oxidises on
the surface to create a very desirable
effect. It is very difficult to apply evenly
though and will only work on metals with
iron content. As many airsoft guns are
made of non-ferrous metal this effect is
limited.
After applying gun blue the surface
needs to be oiled to prevent the chemical
continuing to react.
Note: I do not advise anyone attempts
gun blueing without applying the proper
safety procedures, as it does involve
poisonous substances.
Lacquer
Finally, to protect your precious paintwork
and effects I recommended a couple of
layers of matt lacquer. This will protect
from rubbing and slight knocks and give a
smooth feel to the surface.
Obviously, most paint will wear away
over time as airsoft is a fairly full-on sport.
When your fantastic paintwork is looking
a bit battered, just take this as a good
opportunity to try out a different paint
scheme. n
Gunmunki can be found at The Grange,
Balsall Common, where he works his
magic and keeps the site guns in tip-top
condition.
If you have a question, or would like
more information, contact the Gunmunki
via email to: anthonyp@blazepublishing.
co.uk
The Grange: 01676 532384,
www.suspensionofdisbelief.co.uk
www.airsoftactionmagazine.com
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