07-06-2020, 11:43 PM
(07-06-2020, 12:44 PM)Snarl Wrote: One thing ... you've heard a Lot of folks mention WD-40. Using that to address the rust (if that's all you have) is one thing. Using it as a lubricant substitute is a no-no.
When you get the slide moving, you're gonna need to learn how to break that gun down and properly service it. I have no knowledge specific to that particular handgun, but YouTube probably has everything you need to DIY. And ... if you're unsure ... give us a shout!! Just look at all the help you got.
Ah yeah, about using WD-40 on a pistol....... I got the "look" today when I took it to the gunshop and mentioned that I had used it. LMAO
Needless to say, I bought a can of stuff that is not water based and will not cause rust later on.
Really cool guys there, older and down to earth. Good ol' boys, so to speak.
Anyhoooo..... nothing wrong with the gun, it was me not knowing how to rack the slide.
The guy that ended up helping me, slid it back without a problem and I was like how the hell did you do that???
He just grinned at me with a twinkle in his eyes.
Dan then proceeded to take it apart, all the while telling me that it was in really good condition and didn't need anything done to it. Haha
He did have an issue dissembling the cover (evidently Dan is not used to Browning), so he took it to his buddy who showed him up and had it off in a few seconds. LMAO
Dan cleaned and oiled it.
He did have an issue getting the slide back on -- the clamp has to be just right and he finally got it after about 20 minutes of mumbling and grumbling.
And what did he charge me???
Not a damn thing.
Dan would not take a dime from me, so I bought the oil spray just because.
He started to say, "If you feel the need to take it apart".......
And I said right quick before he could finish, "I will bring it here" with a laugh and grin.