Rust Spots

[Plummerterrier 291]

I have bought a second hand 22-250 as my first rifle , it shoots great but the outside of the barrel has little light rust spots . Is there anything I can do for this?

[alan81 110]

WD-40 should take the rust of but make sure to get all the WD-40 of after cleaning and then use gun oil.

[charlie caller 3,654]

I would not advise wd40 as it can take off blueing, what you need is some 00 grade wire wool, and some light machine oil, give the rust spot area a liberal coating, then rub them with the wire wool gently, add more oil if you feel it going a little dry, this method works great and can remove some quite stubborn rust spots.

[Plummerterrier 291]

Thanks mate what kind of oil should I use , guns second hand but I plan on keeping it good

[charlie caller 3,654]

Any gun oil or 3inone type stuff will do, I like the spray cans of 3inone, cheap, handy and last for ages, you will pay another fiver for a tin of the same stuff that says gun oil on it.

[Plummerterrier 291]

Thanks mate going to give it a good clean this weekend thanks for your help

[Deker 3,478]

Only use the wire wool if you have to, start with a soft cloth and oil, you may well find that works, if not you may have to start getting more aggressive, as mentioned use a VERY Fine grade of wire wool or you will make the barrel worse!

[charlie caller 3,654]

Just remember if you do use the wool, make sure you keep putting plenty of oil on the metalwork to lubricate it as you GENTLY rub the rust away.