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Need some tips on removing rust of this M38:
I’m planning on using oxalic acid, which I already have… Any tips?
I know some say clean, other say don’t… My gut says clean, especially because there’s a name inside and I want to see if there are any decals underneath the corrosion…
Seller sold this to me as a ‘mustard camo relic’, however it could be that this camo pattern is just rust.. I do believe there’s a light camouflage pattern in purple and black applied though, the rust is quite severe.
Here’s the helmet:
(Liner itself is included as well, treating that one with leather care product/polish)
Name:
Please help, share your experience and opinions with me… Would like to become the best result possible.
Thanks,
Ken
Nick
Always happy to hear the thoughts of my more knowledgeable peers
Cheers,
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