Although I don't polish past 400 grit, when I toured the Flli Rizzini shop their barrels had a very high polish, and the firms rust bluing is nearly translucent. They use the same basic slow rust bluing methods I do. I did not see them carding or what they carded with. Stefano was a bit vague about specific tasks.
Kutter- it's normal to put the vial of solution in the boil tank when express, or hot rust bluing. Helps it dry faster.
CJ- I have used Laurel Mt in the past and found it quite effective. I do appreciate the non-toxic. Many of the guys I know use Gun Goddess from Jim Bair in Kalispell.
(Did the book arrive alright?)
keith-I did cringe at the JB, but I'm sure some cringed at the .22 bullet method!?!? btw, it's Steve.
