So far I understand I can take a whole lot of metal off a part if I used a power tool. That said I don't plan to use one.
Spent some timerubbung the ramp with 0000 steel wool and since found an explanation why I should not. It would leave steel particles and fragments inside the gun to rust. This is a SS 5" 1911. So I am cleaning it completely inside and out from any left over.
I have read numerouse recomends for 400 grit sandpaper for polishing the ramp and other parts. I started this tonight abd I see all the toolmarks clear and sharp. Knowing this is not going to cause failures and polishing will reduce friction and produce a smoother action. What steps are the gurus taking to ensure they don't make mistakes?
Do's and don'ts please list them here.
Rubbing compounds to use and not to use.
Other material you use that some novice may have and with proper instruction may usefully improve a factory gun.
I have read thru numerous threads produced from searching "polish abrasive". I am sure there are many different word combinations to search for. If this is already present under different terminology please point the way.
Spent some timerubbung the ramp with 0000 steel wool and since found an explanation why I should not. It would leave steel particles and fragments inside the gun to rust. This is a SS 5" 1911. So I am cleaning it completely inside and out from any left over.
I have read numerouse recomends for 400 grit sandpaper for polishing the ramp and other parts. I started this tonight abd I see all the toolmarks clear and sharp. Knowing this is not going to cause failures and polishing will reduce friction and produce a smoother action. What steps are the gurus taking to ensure they don't make mistakes?
Do's and don'ts please list them here.
Rubbing compounds to use and not to use.
Other material you use that some novice may have and with proper instruction may usefully improve a factory gun.
I have read thru numerous threads produced from searching "polish abrasive". I am sure there are many different word combinations to search for. If this is already present under different terminology please point the way.