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It took a while, but as I had the need to get out Gunsmith Kinks III, to read something else, I looked up my old contribution on this, and since I am the actual author, I thought I would share it with you. I did add what Bob tacked onto the end. (I'm getting old, as I took a peek at the publication date, and this was sent in around 8-9 years before it!)
Quote, page 155:
"S&W-type case hardened hammer/trigger colors
"Here's how to return case color to Smith & Wesson hammers and triggers. First, polish bright with a loose 240 wheel. Then, take a swab of Birchwood Casey's Gun Cleaner-Degreaser, and thoroughly wet the part with it. Without wiping it off, and with it still wet, take a pin punch and dip it into some of your Dicropan T-4, and with a drop on the end of your punch, put it on the part that is wet with the Cleaner-Degreaser. Wait a few seconds until the mottled color is about right, then wipe off with a clean rag. Then, oil. I'll bet you can't tell it apart from the factory case color! Really looks good. (Comment from Bob B.: - I tried this, and it truly works, not only on S&W, but on other pieces of steel. However, I ended up doing it beside a water faucet with the water running, and the minute I got the color I wanted, I dunked the part under the faucet of running water, and rinsed thoroughly, without touching. I patted it dry very carefully and let set until the next day, and then used a very mild mineral oil. Darned if it doesn't look beautiful! This may not be very durable, so would suggest spraying with a dull lacquer before oiling to add to its wear life.) - Matney's Gunshop, Elkhorn City, Kentucky"
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