Rust on my FXImpact MK2

[Dangon092]

Hey guys just wondering why I'm getting rust on my FX Impact, I keep it in the case with the foam it came with and the case is stored in my closet. There is no moisture getting Into the case, that I know of, and I always wipe it down with a dry micro fiber cloth after hunting with it. If anyone has any tips on how to safely take the rust off and prevent it from happening, I'd appreciate it thanks.

 

[Pysiths]

I use Remington Rem oil or silicone oil. Use a couple of drops of oil on a shop towel and wipe it off. Keep replacing the shop towel until there no longer rust on the towel. I also keep a thin layer of oil on my guns and have desiccant packets in my gun case.

 

[rappert]

I have had rust on several of my guns from moisture and ended up using REAL fine steel wool soaked with oil an rubbed the spots very lightly. As far as preventative I bought rust- free plastic gun bags that have a special coating inside them that did the trick. Never had a rust problem since. The gun only needs to be in the bag and doesn't even need to be sealed. So I just put my gun in the bag and then put it in the case with the bag on it. Just Google "rust-free gun bags" and you should be able to find some. Get the thinner ones as they form around the gun better to get it into the foam case. 

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[uhfradarwill]

If you get rust on your airguns, or powder burners, you are not properly maintaining them!

When you wipe a gun down because you have put fingerprints on it, don't use a dry cloth, you will just soak use some sweat and smear the rest around.

Pysiths is correct. Use some oil and if your going to store it for a bit, use a generous amount.

Will

 

[Dangon092]

Thank you all for the advice 

 

[klentz]

With all due respect quit storing your gun in a foam lined case. That case is for transportation not storage. Foam attracts moisture and putting a warm or cold gun into that case and closing it will create condensation. For storage, a gun safe that is temperature and humidity controlled is best. To remove some of the resulting rust, start with a soft, clean rag with a bit of oil (ballistol is my suggestion). If the rag doesn't remove all of the rust use a fine steel wool with ballistol and work the rust areas LIGHTLY. After each shooting/handling of the gun wipe it down completely with the rag with ballistol. You can store your rag in a zip lock bag between uses.

 

[mercado]

I live in PR here even I have rust .. but my guns never..I clean them every time I use them and before store them..sweat from your hands are the gun biggest enemy..

 

[uhfradarwill]

How many ppl after reading this thread gave their guns a little TLC? I did, but I do most days anyhow!!

 

[kball]

I always set my Impact in front of the A/C intake for a while after bringing in from outside. The dry air quickly evaporates any moisture. Then, wipe it down with a micro fiber cloth moistened with ballistol (especially the barrell). 

 

[klentz]

I live in PR here even I have rust .. but my guns never..I clean them every time I use them and before store them..sweat from your hands are the gun biggest enemy..

Blood is worse than sweat on a guns bluing. Very corrosive.

 

[Pysiths]

How many ppl after reading this thread gave their guns a little TLC? I did, but I do most days anyhow!!



Just checked my other guns and there no issue. If your storing our gun in a foam lined case put a desiccant pack in the case!

 

[uhfradarwill]

How many ppl after reading this thread gave their guns a little TLC? I did, but I do most days anyhow!!



Just checked my other guns and there no issue. If your storing our gun in a foam lined case put a desiccant pack in the case!

Excellent!!