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October 26, 2010
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So I found a Dan Wesson .357 at my local range/gun shop. Problem is has gone through the "bluing process". I told the store clerk I wasnt a fan of the blued metal finish and he stated that the bluing finish can be removed, without compromising the weapon's function whatsoever, and done relatively cheap at a gun smith. He also stated that they can then apply whatever finish I desired (gunmetal, polished steel etc).
Not knowing much about metal or finishes I decided to post here to see your responses.
My bullcrap senses are tingling so any advice from you guys are appreciated.
Thank you,
Rod
"The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference – they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" – George Washington
January 22, 2008
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Rod,
It sounds to me that you need to search for a model 715 which is the stainless version. I believe by polishing a model 15 you could remove the bluing but you would have to put some type of finish back on to protect it.
Sounds to me this is more trouble than it's worth unless you're going after a specific coating.
Jody
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March 2, 2008
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If you polish off the bluing, which is a pretty big project, but do-able, you will have a continuing project to protect bare, unprotected steel. Wax will help, but cleaning solvents will compromise wax. You could refinish with a variety of non-blue finishes, ranging from duracote to nickel or chrome, but
"It sounds to me that you need to search for a model 715 which is the stainless version."
is the very best advice you are ever going to get on this subject. Dan Wesson revolvers have exceptionally high quality bright bluing, and unless the one you're looking at is really beat up, you're better off leaving it original.
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February 16, 2010
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Want to get rid of bluing?
Bleed on it.
Seriously, blood will remove bluing faster than anything.
EDIT: I found this http://m1-garand-rifle.com/debluing/
I have to agree that white vinegar would be better than blood ... you'll get all dizzy if you bleed enough to cover the gun.
January 22, 2008
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Zundfolge said:
I have to agree that white vinegar would be better than blood ... you'll get all dizzy if you bleed enough to cover the gun.
Too Funny! 
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January 24, 2009
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Jody said:
Zundfolge said:
I have to agree that white vinegar would be better than blood ... you'll get all dizzy if you bleed enough to cover the gun.
Too Funny!
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February 11, 2010
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Rod0990 said:
My bullcrap senses are tingling....
For good reason ! 
Gun may function properly after bluing removale but finish
would require constant maintenance. Find a Stainless model, thats what you
really want.
-Blacktop
February 16, 2010
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Blacktop said:
Gun may function properly after bluing removale but finish
would require constant maintenance.
Agreed ... if you strip the bluing, get another finish put on it.
You could probably get it hard chromed or some other shiny non blue finish pretty easily.
Robar NP3 would be pretty awesome.
I've also heard good things about Ford's gun refinishing (too bad his site looks like a GeoCities site from the early 90s ... can't hardly find your way around there).
October 26, 2010
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I decided that it would be too much work, coincidentally I stumbled upon a stainless steel 715 so I dont have to do extra work....or bleed for that matter. lol. 
"The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference – they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" – George Washington
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