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I'll keep it as is and try some rust inhibitors.


Perhaps the simplest solution would be to coat the action with a thin film of TruOil, applied with Q-tip and finger tip. No need to strip the metal from the wood, just work carefully. Easy to refresh when it wears on the edges. Oscar Gaddy used Behlen's spray lacquer and/or TruOil to protect case colors from wear, so this should protect the French Grey from rust.