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Offline JEFF WARD2

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how do i fix a small scratch on the top of my 1895g ?
« on: February 05, 2006, 05:45:01 PM »
where it is taped for the scope mount. it is the only mark on this gun and it is down to the silver metal very small but its driving me crazy..
thanks for any help..jeff
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Offline John Traveler1

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« Reply #1 on: February 05, 2006, 09:20:54 PM »
The top of the Marlin 1895 rifles should be sandblasted.  At least all of the dozens I've seen are sandblasted.

Try using a scrap of fine emery cloth (200-400 grit) and tap with a small hammer.  The grit particles simulate the sandblasted finish, and you can roughen up the scratch until it blends in with the meta.  Degrease using alcohol or acetone, and apply cold blue to darken the scratched area.  Oil and you are done!

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John

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« Reply #2 on: February 06, 2006, 05:17:38 PM »
thanks john i will do that, this is going to be a hunting gun but the first scratch is always the hardest to deal with..
thanks again ..jeff
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« Reply #3 on: February 06, 2006, 06:23:36 PM »
That is the coolest way to simulate a blasted finish I have ever heard ... Thanks..   MV