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Posted: 9/18/2004 11:26:09 AM EDT
i just picked up a 98k and waswondering what is the best thing for cleaning these up? in terms of wood and metal finish. thanks in advane guys.
-jay

Link Posted: 9/18/2004 12:52:52 PM EDT
[#1]
That odorless mineral spirits (paint thinner) is the ticket.  You want to oil the metal again after you have degreased it.

I'd try to avoid putting water on old wood.

Dennis Jenkins

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i just picked up a 98k and waswondering what is the best thing for cleaning these up? in terms of wood and metal finish. thanks in advane guys.
-jay

Link Posted: 9/18/2004 3:47:16 PM EDT
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go to this site, lots of good info on mausers, milsurp rifles, stock cleaning, etc.
p077.ezboard.com/bparallaxscurioandrelicfirearmsforums
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