>Does anyone know of a simple "rub-on-rub-off off the shelf" get rid of the
>rust and accompanying stains juice?  I have tried Naval and navel Jelly
>but they don't seem to work.  Even a brass wire brush doesn't seem to
>help.  Perhaps a wirewheel will work on this restoration of George
>Washington's duelling pistols will work.  There is no bluing showing so I
>am not worried.
>
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Not intending to be rude but perhaps you should consider consulting someone
in the metals conservation field and refrain from inflicting any more
irrepairable damage to the mentioned items.

Regards,

Robert Klein  ***  [log in to unmask]
Robert's Antiques and Restoration
2500 North T Street
Pensacola, Fl.  32505
904-432-3203