[Katana16j]

Is there a simple and easy way to deal with the occassional ding and scratch in the park?

Currently Im just smearing grease on them (to prevent any air from getting to the exposed metal), but would like to know if there is a better way and perhaps one that is more cosmetically attractive short of reparking the whole damn rifle every time I have a butterfinger moment.

 

[9th]

Brownells has a product they sell to touch up the metal of your rifle.

www.brownells.com

 

[Harley Rider]

Is there a simple and easy way to deal with the occassional ding and scratch in the park?

Currently Im just smearing grease on them (to prevent any air from getting to the exposed metal), but would like to know if there is a better way and perhaps one that is more cosmetically attractive short of reparking the whole damn rifle every time I have a butterfinger moment.

Ya,,, the best way is to get out and use it even more, then reload it and use the hell out of it.... a few "character" marks are good - At first, I tried my best to keep my weapon "pretty" and found it to be way too much work and worry, After taking my first three day Handgun/Carbine class - cured me of that...

 

[ChristianSoldier]

I've had good luck with aluminum black on all metal surfaces for really minor dings. Bushmaster even has a touch up pen: http://www.bushmaster.com/shopping/gunsmith/15101.asp

 

[Lionseye]

I use Birchwood Casey's super black instant touchup pen for all those little scratches and finish wear marks.
It's ok, but it's just paint basically and wears pretty easy.
I just touch it up again as needed, but that's just a quick fix for better refinishing later.
Mainly just to hold me over till I want to Teflon-moly or Gunkote something or again.
You need to have the spot your putting it on cleaned and degreased if you want it to stay longer.
No big deal really. Go to the autoparts store or Wallyworld and get yourself a can of aerosol brake cleaner. Spray it on a Qtip, clean the scratch, wait till it's dry, wipe it with a fresh paper towel and touch it up with the pen.
Give it a few minutes and it's dry too.

They make an instant cold blue pen also, but I haven't tryed that one.


http://www.brownells.com/aspx/ns/store/productdetail.aspx?p=4942

 

[drx]

Ya,,, the best way is to get out and use it even more, then reload it and use the hell out of it.... a few "character" marks are good - At first, I tried my best to keep my weapon "pretty" and found it to be way too much work and worry, After taking my first three day Handgun/Carbine class - cured me of that...

qft, and remember, chicks dig scars. GI7

 

[Hawk]

If the scratches are small you can use cold blue. It will color them in and can be hardly seen if at all.GI2

 

[Lex_Ordo]

This may sound crazy, but I like to even out the scratches I get by giving an ever so slight sanding to the area.
It gives the appearance of polished metal. I nice character touch, without the scratch marks. Also, a little more even wear.

A light coat of oil, and the metal remains polished and un blemished.

 

[angry man]

brownells again

I find a light shot of brownells oxpho blue hides em real nice , you just keep applying till it matches (its what we use around the shop.

 

[Tommo]

+1 for Brownells Oxpho-blue!

 

[Echo Grunt]

+1 Cold blue works well for blending small scuffs.
I use "Tetra" blue, but I'm sure they are all about the same.