Rust issue on german 39

[timmymac]

Any suggestions on what I might do here? As you can see, the rust bubbles are very near original marking on this Eierhandgranate 39 and obviously wouldn't want to jeopardize losing or fading this during any treatment process that I would do . Really only want to try to prevent its condition from worsening, if that's possible to do so safely.

 

[dano1917]

opinions will probably vary greatly on this. I like the corrosion patina on the piece and would put a clear satin coat over it........Dano

 

[sgtlynn]

I am trying a product called Evaporust. Doesn't seem to harm paint but gets rid of the rust. I have tried it on a couple of smoke grenades recently, good on the paint but cannot speak to long term rust removal/elimination.

 

[Yodamaster]

First, be sure that your grenade is COMPLETELY empty and inside cleaned or you can have, after two or three days, a little surprise !



Yoda

 

[timmymac]

Many thanks guys, all good info!!

 

[usa1918]

I am trying a product called Evaporust. Doesn't seem to harm paint but gets rid of the rust. I have tried it on a couple of smoke grenades recently, good on the paint but cannot speak to long term rust removal/elimination.

I have used this several times and loved it. Used it on an Arcade cast iron toy that looked completely rusted and it removed the surface rust, revealing the underlying paint (no damage)

Keith