Originally Posted By: Ken61
You're omitting two steps. After the rustings, the barrels need to be cured, usually by soaking in an oil, then they are degreased, polished, and finally lacquered.

OK, now I see. Yes, missed that in the written process. It wasn't discussed with the fellow who shared his process with me, so I lost track of that.

Originally Posted By: Ken61
Etchant is best used in a tank, such as a PVC tube.

I use a PVC chamber for an etchant tank.

Starting to get a little better I think.