Bluing a post 64 winchester 94 receiver

[ldlfh7]

What is the best way to re-blue the receiver on a post 64 winchester 94?
I understand this is not all steel and done incorrectly will leave a purplish hue on the receiver. What other methods could get a good finish?

 

[jimmyraythomason]

Hot blue using Brownell's Oxynate 84. Sometimes a decent blue can be had from using Brownell's Oxynate 7 with Oxynate "S" added to the solution.

 

[jmr40]

Some of the rifles made in the 60's, and possibly into the 70's have that reputation. I'm not exactly sure when the change happened, but starting at least in the early 80's I don't think there is anything special needed. It would depend on exactly when the rifle is made.

 

[jimmyraythomason]

Some of the rifles made in the 60's, and possibly into the 70's have that reputation.

It is definitely a deserved reputation. Model 94 Winchesters of the '70s and '80s WILL NOT blue using conventional methods. Many single shot shotguns have receivers that will not blue(they are cast iron IIRC). If I had a Model 94 of that time period today that needed refinishing, I would opt for a spray and bake finish.

 

[tyler4656]

All the post 64 receiver I Color Case and they come out amazing. That is the best solution I have found for them. to do the receiver, Lever, and hammer it runs 200.00. Thanks Bobby

Tyler Gun Works
2255 FM 2397
Friona Texas 79035
806-729-7292

 

[tyler4656]

Here is a pic of one

Here is my solution to your Post 64 Model 94 Winchesters