Best product for stripping paint

[Maddog69]

I need to strip the paint from the forearm of a rifle I just purchased as the previous owner painted it with Rustoleum primer and then Rustoleum Black paint.  I have searched on the forum but did not have any luck.  Andy recommendations?


Robert

[Dinny]

Robert,
   Any paint stripper is likely to work but it will also remove the original finish. I would test other forends for fit and function, but that may not be possible with your barrel-stubbed rifle. Be careful with getting any solvents on the bedding material inside your forend. Although most compounds are supposed to resist solvents, I wouldn't take any chances. 


Stripeeze has been recommended in the past.


http://www.savogran.com/Retail_Products/Removing_Products/removing_products.html




Thanks, Dinny

[oldsoldja]

those spray can strippers work good, some are not as toxic and caustic as older types.

[gcrank1]

Trying to save whatever might be under the paint as a finish is probably folly.......I would give it a go by trying any stripper you might have already, including any paint thinners, etc.; you may also search online for strippers that work well on Rustoleum, or check their website for what they recommend to clean up.
Just plan on a refinish job anyway, you wont be happy unless you do.

[Papa Jack]

A friend recently told me about the use of "Aircraft Paint Stripper".....He was using it on a Pick Up body he was restoring and it had several coats of paint of different colors. The Stripper took off all coats at the same time, he was very happy with it .  He lives in Iowa , and bought it at a local hardware store....   Might give it a try.       "PJ"


 http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydepot/paintremove.aspx

[Maddog69]

Thanks for the suggestions guys.  I'm anxious to get this gun in and start the process.


Robert

[demented]

 Strip-eeze,  Kleen Cutter-I've used both of these, they'll remove anything including fingerprints if you don't wear heavy rubber cloves.  I've yet to harm anything I've used either of these on, with a bit of care when applying, you can keep it out of anywhere questionable.  After applying let it sit for ten minutes, use a stiff brush to help with stubborn spots then hose if off somewhere off your lawn.  Stuff will kill grass.

[Darreld Walton]

I rarely use any paint or finish remover these days, it's hard to find any of 'em that don't leach into the wood to some extent, and make refinishing tough.  If I use anything at all these days, it's one of the citrus based types.  I almost exclusively sand these days, especially on a 'small' piece like a forend.
Perhaps the best bet, if you have to strip, is to find a furniture refinisher with a tank that they can dip large pieces into.  A good shop will also neutralize the stripper.  They've likely been dealing with such issues for awhile, and can give recommendations on what actually works, and if bedding material will be removed as well as the paint and finish.