How do they do that?

[SoonerSP101]

Hi everyone! I just bought a new SP101 2.25" and love it. I've really enjoyed seeing your pictures in other threads of your SP101's.

May I ask you how you keep the front of the cylinder that nice stainless steel color?

The reason I ask is that I also have a stainless 7.5" barrel Ruger Super Redhawk topped with a silver 4x Leupold EER scope. I hunt with it. The front of the cylinder has turned black-ish over time no matter how much I clean it. Nothing seems to be able to get the burnt powder off!!!

I sure would like to keep the front of the cylinder looking brand new if there is a trick.

Thanks!

 

[rdaines]

Mine black too and I clean it and it still is black, I'm gonna guess that they buff it.

 

[Pine Cone]

Get yourself a lead off cloth. It's quick and easy. Just don't use on on a blued gun since it will remove the blueing. Works great on stainless guns.

 

[SoonerSP101]

I did a google search for "lead off cloth" and nothing seems relevant. Would you please let me know where do you find a lead off cloth?

 

[MattB000]

I use breakfree foaming bore cleaner. I take whatever excess might come out of the barrel and just apply it to the cylinder. Let it sit for about 5 min and I could nearly wipe it off with my finger. However, a nylon brush helps. Also, I would imagine it could be harder if it were to build up.

http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=272019

 

[SoonerSP101]

Is this it?

 

[eldon519]

I usually just don't worry about it, but even some Hoppes with a tooth brush or old bore brush can take alot of it off. It might not make it brand new, but it will make it look somewhat better.

 

[jad0110]

Sooner,

That's it. Searching on "lead away cloth" may get you a little closer. It works excellent, and will get the cylinder face clean in no time. Remember, it is only safe on stainless guns.

 

[SoonerSP101]

Thanks all!

I've ordered two from Birchwood/Cassey.

 

[Majic]

You only needed one as they last forever. Even after they have turned totally black they will still work.