Onojutta
45 Cal.
I'd really like to keep the barrel in the white on my current build (early Lancaster). But, I'm concerned about how the underside of the barrel will be protected from deterioration since the barrel is not routinely removed for cleaning and oiling, as this will be a hunting rifle that will be used in all weather.
I have a production Lyman Trade Rifle that I stripped off the bluing and left the barrel in the white several years ago. After several hunting seasons it looks great and is slowly developing a natural patina. However, the difference here is that it is a Hawken style gun and I have access to all flats of the barrel and can wipe it down and oil the entire barrel frequently to protect from moisture.
How is this done on longrifles? Would it be appropriate to coat the bottom of the barrel with wax before pinning to the stock? Or should guns that will be used in the field stay away from white barrel finish for the sake of longevity?
I have a production Lyman Trade Rifle that I stripped off the bluing and left the barrel in the white several years ago. After several hunting seasons it looks great and is slowly developing a natural patina. However, the difference here is that it is a Hawken style gun and I have access to all flats of the barrel and can wipe it down and oil the entire barrel frequently to protect from moisture.
How is this done on longrifles? Would it be appropriate to coat the bottom of the barrel with wax before pinning to the stock? Or should guns that will be used in the field stay away from white barrel finish for the sake of longevity?