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Water Displacing Oil ''''after-Bluing'''' Rust Prevention - After-Bluing Water Displacing Oil Rust Preventative,1 Quart
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SKU: 082057032
Overview
This one-step oil is intended for the final stage after bluing, where it helps remove remaining water and leaves a protective film on the firearm surface. It is also described as a rust preventative that neutralizes fingerprints, body acids, and oils from handling and shooting. Serious shooters and gun owners may use it when they want a traditional oiled finish after polishing and bluing work. Sold here in a 1 quart metal can, it is suited to shop use and routine firearm protection.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
One-step After-bluing
Oil and protection treatment for
Displaces Water
On the surface after the
Helps Neutralize
Fingerprints, body acids, and oils
Protective Film
An oiled, protected feel
Available 1-quart
Metal can for convenient shop
Key Features
- After-bluing, one-step oil and protection treatment for firearms
- Displaces water from the surface after the final hot water rinse
- Helps protect polished and blued surfaces from rust under the oil
- Neutralizes fingerprints, body acids, and oils from handling and shooting
- Provides a protective film with an oiled, protected feel
- Available in a 1 quart metal can
Best Used For
- For gunsmiths finishing bluing work who want a one-step post-rinse oil treatment.
- For serious shooters handling firearms often and needing protection from fingerprints and body oils.
- For shops or individuals seeking a protective film with an oiled, traditional feel.
- For users applying rust prevention after hot water rinse during polishing and bluing workflows.
Specifications
| Available Sizes | 1 qt. (946ml), 1 gal. (3.8L), 5 gal. (19L) |
|---|---|
| Container Type | metal can |
| Net Contents | 1 qt. (946ml) |
| Product Type | Water Displacing Oil Rust Preventative |
Pros
- One-step after-bluing oil and protection treatment for firearms
- Displaces water on the surface after the final hot water rinse
- Helps neutralize fingerprints, body acids, and oils from handling
- Provides a protective film with an oiled, protected feel
- Available in a 1-quart metal can for convenient shop use
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as an after-bluing treatment, so it is oriented toward post-finishing protection rather than general-purpose field use.
- The product is sold in larger quantities (1 quart, with larger sizes also listed), which may be more than some users need for occasional maintenance.
- Its description emphasizes a protective film and water displacement, but it does not provide detailed performance specifications such as coverage rate or duration of protection.
- The product is presented for use on guns after hot-water rinsing and handling, so it is best matched to that specific maintenance step rather than a broad all-surface cleaner.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gun cleaning and maintenance oil
- Rust preventative treatment
- Firearm finishing and bluing supplies
- Gun care solvent and protectant
Suggested Accessories
- Gun cleaning patches
- Cleaning cloths
- Protective gloves
- Storage case
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this product used for after bluing a firearm?
It is described as an "after-bluing" oil and protection treatment used to remove water from the surface after the final hot water rinse and leave a protective film.
Does this oil do anything beyond water displacement?
Yes. The description says it also acts as a rust preventative and neutralizes fingerprints, body acids, and oils from handling and shooting.
What size is this listing?
This listing is for 1 quart, or 946 ml, in a metal can.
Is this intended only for bluing work?
It is presented as a one-step oil and protection treatment for after-bluing, and the description also identifies it as a rust preventative. No other specific uses are stated.
What brand makes this product?
The product information lists Brownells as the manufacturer/brand.