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BoogieMan · July 23, 2013, 07:43 AM

I just picked up a Frommer stop in untouched condition. Nothing special other than being a 100 y/o pistol. About 70% blueing left maybe a little less. Looks like holster wear to me. Gun has a perfect bore and the rest of it (so far) is in very good mechanical condition. IMO its the perfect weapon for a refinish. No historical value and very serviceable. I plan to enjoy it at the range on occasion and thats about it. I dont expect to ever re-sell or enter it in any show. LOL
So what is the general consensus on a re-blue? Who will do a good quality job? Are there any DIY kits that work well? I have a full machine shop at my disposal to remove any scratches and or polish it up a bit.

July 23, 2013, 07:43 AM	#1
BoogieMan Senior Member Join Date: April 4, 2012 Location: South Jersey Posts: 2,217	Re-Blue or not to re-blue I just picked up a Frommer stop in untouched condition. Nothing special other than being a 100 y/o pistol. About 70% blueing left maybe a little less. Looks like holster wear to me. Gun has a perfect bore and the rest of it (so far) is in very good mechanical condition. IMO its the perfect weapon for a refinish. No historical value and very serviceable. I plan to enjoy it at the range on occasion and thats about it. I dont expect to ever re-sell or enter it in any show. LOL So what is the general consensus on a re-blue? Who will do a good quality job? Are there any DIY kits that work well? I have a full machine shop at my disposal to remove any scratches and or polish it up a bit. __________________ Concentrated power is not rendered harmless by the good intentions of those who create it. Milton Freidman "If you find yourself in a fair fight,,, Your tactics suck"- Unknown