February 14, 2002, 02:56 PM | #1 |
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media additive
Has anyone tried "BRASSO", the liquid brass polisher with corn media as an additive for shiny brass?
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February 14, 2002, 05:35 PM | #2 |
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I've heard that it's not a good idea because it contains ammonia which weakens the brass.
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February 14, 2002, 07:14 PM | #3 |
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Lots of discussion about this topic. I have done it in the past, but now use Flitz or Turtle Wax. I can't imagine that the amount of ammonia in Brasso is going to do more harm to the case than what firing does to it. Just my opinion.
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February 14, 2002, 10:43 PM | #4 |
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Yeah, I know what you mean - but that's what I've heard. At the same time, chrome cleaner *is* recommended, but it seems that I sniff a little ammonia that stuff...
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February 15, 2002, 06:24 AM | #5 |
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Most chrome/brass cleaners and polishes use ammonia.
Brasso contains a lot of ammonia. Ammonia weakens brass, making it brittle and more subject to cracking/splitting. It doesn't need a lot, just a little does the trick. Not something preferable since the case tends to be the weakest component in your firing lineup. Weak cases have ruined a lot of peoples day. |
February 18, 2002, 04:53 AM | #6 |
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Go to your local auto parts store and ask for ammonia-free metal polish for brass.
OSHA requires that if any products contain a hazardous chemical, ammonia, the employer must have a chemical warning sheet. No sheet, no ammonia. And the product should have listing of its contents too.
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February 20, 2002, 07:50 PM | #7 |
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I like the stuff Dillon sells, it works great.
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February 21, 2002, 05:44 PM | #8 |
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I tried some brasso on a few .44mag rounds, loaded and fired them the same day, they quickly turned a milky greenish color. I thought it looked like brass does when exposed to the elements so I quite using it, I just tumble w/ walnut media and call it good.
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February 21, 2002, 05:56 PM | #9 |
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I've used a variety of auto polishes. At the moment I'm using Eagle 1. Check the label for amonia content or just open it up and give it the sniff test.
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February 21, 2002, 06:20 PM | #10 |
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I currently use crushed walnut shells with jewelers rouge. What a freakin' mess this stuff makes on my reloading bench.
I was planning to try the Dillon stuff. Which media, corn cob or crushed walnut shells, seems to do a better job with the Dillon product? |
February 21, 2002, 06:42 PM | #11 |
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General rule of thumb is that walnut cleans and corn polishes. Some use only one for both. I use corn with a polish additive.
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February 24, 2002, 08:09 AM | #12 |
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Ditto corn & polish. Midway's brand for now
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February 24, 2002, 09:09 AM | #13 |
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PROFESSIONAL ADVICE
I've found what works best for me is corn and Dillon Rapid-Polish.
(I get sent other stuff often for testing.)
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February 24, 2002, 01:03 PM | #14 |
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Walnut (better when brass is really dirty) or corn and Turtle Wax 2001 car polish. Fast and beautiful!
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February 27, 2002, 09:47 PM | #15 |
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I use lymans turbo brite.
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February 27, 2002, 10:17 PM | #16 |
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I use a product called grit o' cobs http://www.andersonsinc.com/P&M/industrialProd.html
Here in Los Angeles it sells for $22.00 for a 50 pound bag. Thats a lot cheaper than what midway and dillion charge. BTW, I dont use any additive and it leaves the cases looking like new.
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I recommend any of the following:
Midway's "White Lightning" polish (smells nice with a citrus scent) Dillon's brass Rapid Polish Berry's Brass Polish (http://www.shooterstore.com/acb/show...tGroup_ID=1559) |
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