case cleaner

cidco

April 26, 2009 15:52

Does anyone have a formula for a good liquid case cleaner? For many years i used a combination of chromic acid, sulfuric acid and hot water. It worked beautifully and turned the cases a bright gold. Alas I ran out of chromic acid. Also i was concerned about the disposal problem. I have used the commercial ISSO product with less than spectacular results.
JDK

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  cidco

  April 26, 2009 15:52

  Any one use a Hornady sonic case cleaner.I am thinking of buying one but would like to hear from any one who has tried them before I do.

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  Tailgunner1954

  April 26, 2009 16:16

  Most citric acids will work, but the easiest/cheapest is 1 part white vineagr to 3 parts hot water. Let soak for 3-5 minutes, than rinse with hot water and allow to dry.

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  blueskies

  April 26, 2009 18:22

  search for my post under 'case cleaning solution'. you will find a couple ideas.

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  blueskies

  April 26, 2009 18:28

  by the way, welcome to the forum.

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  jonk

  April 27, 2009 08:33

  Coffee pot cleaner and hot water works. Whenever I use it (or white vinegar) I finish up with a rinse in baking soda/water to neutrilize the acid.

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  armilite

  April 28, 2009 14:07

  If you really like the gold color and it seems you like acidic stuff get yourself some ARROW brass cleaner. I believe their still located some where in Minnesota.

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