The Mighty Prawn Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 I'm having some building work done so for reasons too many to put here I have relocated my safe to the loft for the time being, I have Napier damp sachet in there but it's still got damp and where the lovely soft foam caresses the rib of my o/u the little ****** has rusted, only a little but very noticeable, I do oil before putting away etc but can only conclude the foam absorbed or wiped off enough oil for the condensation to get it. Any ideas how to clean this up and ideally prevent recurrence? The safe will be up there for probably next twelve months so short term fix no good. I know you're vital for life but right now I hate you H2O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88b Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 I keep all of mine in silicone coated gun socks in the safe. You can get them at quite reasonable prices on e bay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Can I suggest that you buy one of the silicone sleeves off the Bay (£7.25). I have one for each gun, not because of damp issues, but to protect the individual guns when taking them in and out of cabinet. Once out of cabinet, I remove the sleeve and put gun into slip or case and leave the sleeve in the cabinet. After using and cleaning the gun in the usual manner, replace sleeve, put gun away, job done. Result, no minor scratches or dings in woodwork. I have used black permanent marker pen to disguise a small scratch on the rib of one of m y guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landrover Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 stand the guns muzzle down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beardo Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 stick a small enclosure heater / thermostat in it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirgoldalot Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 (edited) was the Napier protector still in date? my tool box has one and not a spot of rust on my snap ons and other tools...i do change it yearly...has your roof got a modern felt or older type mineral? Edited January 9, 2014 by sirgoldalot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Merkel Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Hi, I also store in the loft, I bought a pack of 6 Allen silicon gun socks from the USA for $47 and keep them barrel down in the cabinet, in 6 years I have no rust or other issues from storage. Once a year a fold the socks up and place them in a re-sealable bag with a couple of drops of silicon oil leave them to stand for a couple of days this seems to rejuvenate the socks, I live in an older property but the loft is dry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Yes, if its that big a building job put your guns in storage with an RFD or friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mighty Prawn Posted January 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Napier protector renewed only six months ago, I suppose the change of scenery might have caned it faster than normal? I didn't pay close attention that say in science school so I may be fundamentally wrong. Never seen those socks before, very interesting, do they work by just airtighting the bag and with an oiled gun keeps the rust off? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Napier protector renewed only six months ago, I suppose the change of scenery might have caned it faster than normal? I didn't pay close attention that say in science school so I may be fundamentally wrong. Never seen those socks before, very interesting, do they work by just airtighting the bag and with an oiled gun keeps the rust off? No, just like a long tubular bandage. Stitched at one end and a draw cord at the other. It it is supposed to be silicone impregnated and do not work on an airtight basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Sorry, forgot to add, get onto Bay, search ' gunsock' look for Cumbrian Outdoors (or similar) £7.25 inclusive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Simple-buy a handful of polystyrene tiles and stick them on the inside surfaces of the cabinet-use a suitable glue that will not melt the tiles and can be peeled off the metal should you decide to remove them-you might even get away with double sided tape-for extra peace of mind pop a caravan dehumidifier inside-the ones that plug into the mains to dry them out will be cheapest in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Mongrel- Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 I have a small oil filled tube heater that sits under my 6 gun cabinet, only 60w and thermostatically controlled, so not burning loads but just keeps the chill out of the cabinet and it's been dry ever since. 15 quid from Toolstation IIRC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazbev Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Try these and you can dry them out in a warm oven so last forever http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-PCS-Silica-Gel-Desiccant-Humidity-Moisture-Absorb-Box-Reusable-Packing-Supply-/400607984943 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted January 9, 2014 Report Share Posted January 9, 2014 Remove all the loft insulation from immediately below the cabinet. It will help reduce the temperature fluctuation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mighty Prawn Posted January 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2014 Thanks guys, all good advice and no sarcasm, I fear the PW massive are growing as people!! Is the best way of cleaning the rust the old wire wool and oil technique and some bluing paste to cover the repair? I'm tempted to get a smith to do it but have no idea the cost of rebluing but can't imagine it's megabucks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted January 10, 2014 Report Share Posted January 10, 2014 Put some grease not the rust spot when you put it back in the cabinet. Better to store barrels down and wipe liberally with gun oil. Figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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