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Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by MDG » Tue Aug 30, 2016 7:06 pm

I have a Big Boy .44 Magnum rifle with brass receiver. Somehow, I acquired a light scratch on the receiver. Is there any way to buff out light scratches? Thank you.

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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by JEBar » Tue Aug 30, 2016 7:21 pm

first of all, welcome to the forum .... sure hate to hear about the scratch .... when we ordered our Henry 44 we chose to go with the BBS out of the sure and certain knowledge that over time ours would earn any numbers of bumps and scratches .... hopefully some of our members who have experience with the brass receivers will be able to offer suggestions

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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by CT_Shooter » Tue Aug 30, 2016 7:36 pm

Welcome to the forum MDG. This is a very friendly group of folks with lots of experience.

I've found that Flitz (also recommended by HRAC) is an excellent brass polish that should do the job, though depending on the depth, it may take a few attempts. I use it regularly to remove tarnish and light scratches from my Big Boy. Just be careful with it. It will take the bluing off of the screws, so apply it with a Q-tip or something similar to avoid that.
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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by MDG » Tue Aug 30, 2016 7:44 pm

Thanks y'all. CT_Shooter, do you have a link where I can buy some?

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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by CT_Shooter » Tue Aug 30, 2016 8:05 pm

MDG, Here's a link to Amazon. You'll find it elsewhere, too.

https://www.amazon.com/Flitz-Metal-Poli ... B00GVKR498

Enjoy that rifle!!!
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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by MDG » Tue Aug 30, 2016 8:22 pm

Thanks CT. I am enjoying it. I have machine guns, AR's, AK's and many other types but my Henry is in my top 3.

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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by RanchRoper » Tue Aug 30, 2016 8:38 pm

Sorry about your Henry scratch, I have the brass BB too and I'm starting to not worry so much about the character lines. It's tough but I am starting to USE my rifle and really enjoying it. When I finally cash in my chips, I want someone to say "now that was a cowboy rifle". :)

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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by seak89 » Wed Aug 31, 2016 2:25 am

I wish mine would hurry up and get dull yellow. I gave up braso when I got out of the Marines

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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by MDG » Wed Aug 31, 2016 5:55 pm

Hey CT, do I follow the directions on the Flitz or do I do something different?

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Re: Big Boy .44 Magnum

Post by MDG » Wed Aug 31, 2016 5:59 pm

I'm new here. What does the heart mean?

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Post by CT_Shooter » Wed Aug 31, 2016 6:20 pm

MDG wrote:I'm new here. What does the heart mean?
It's called a "like" button. If you click on one in a post, it will turn white on your screen, meaning you liked the post and it's counted among others who liked it. If you click on a white heart in a post (one you've already liked), it will remove the "like". Some members use the like "button" or 'heart" when they don't have a comment to leave, but do support the post.
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Post by PT7 » Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:15 pm

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