Jay V Posted March 1, 2011 Share #1 Posted March 1, 2011 Hi Guys Just got another ammo belt and it has some slight verdigri on the metal snaps,and was wondering the best and safest way to remove the problem without any damage to the belt.Thanks jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
son of desertrat Posted March 1, 2011 Share #2 Posted March 1, 2011 I use a toothpick. Just get one and scrap it off. Does no damage at all! Keenan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nack Posted March 1, 2011 Share #3 Posted March 1, 2011 I use a toothpick. Just get one and scrap it off.Keenan Same here. Hard to wash that junk off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Hudson Posted March 1, 2011 Share #4 Posted March 1, 2011 Hi GuysJust got another ammo belt and it has some slight verdigri on the metal snaps,and was wondering the best and safest way to remove the problem without any damage to the belt.Thanks jay I use stiff brass brushes: you do some pretty heavy scrapping without damaging the good stuff. At times I even use a rotary brass brush on a Dremel tool running as slow speed. Right around snaps and other such hardware attached to the belt or other item I use toothpicks to scrape off the green crud, trying to reach as far possible between the snap and the fabric. I have seen one too many holsters and knife sheaths ruined because the verdigris rotted away the leather or the part of the metal snap itself (they're held on with sort of a rivet). So the damage is already there in the form of verdigris so be agressive in removing it and, again, brass brushes can work miracles (go to the hardware store and get the one that look like tootbrushes). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay V Posted March 1, 2011 Author Share #5 Posted March 1, 2011 Thanks Guys here there any type of oil or vasoline i should put on it? Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Hudson Posted March 1, 2011 Share #6 Posted March 1, 2011 Thanks Guyshere there any type of oil or vasoline i should put on it? Jay After you clean around and beneath the snaps you could wet a toothpick tip with light oil and try to work it in around the edge of the snap. By the way, for those who see green verdigris as only a visual flaw, here's a nice little quote from elsewhere: The corrosive turquoise colored substance known as verdigris can slowly dissolve copper and bronze items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marr708 Posted March 20, 2011 Share #7 Posted March 20, 2011 After you clean around and beneath the snaps you could wet a toothpick tip with light oil and try to work it in around the edge of the snap. By the way, for those who see green verdigris as only a visual flaw, here's a nice little quote from elsewhere: The corrosive turquoise colored substance known as verdigris can slowly dissolve copper and bronze items. Wow, thanks for the "heads up." I'll pull out my brass brushes immediately! Unfortunately, I always thought the verdigris looked kind of cool. But then again, I used to think a powder blue, bell- bottomed tuxudo [with companion- colored simulated velvet lapels] used to look cool also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwnorma Posted March 20, 2011 Share #8 Posted March 20, 2011 I don't recommend using this on historical artifacts so if you choose to use it; do so at your own risk. Naphtha dissolves verdigris. Naphtha is nasty stuff, so if you do choose to try it, make sure you are in an extremely well ventilated area (preferably outside) and keep any source of ignition away from the fumes. Wear gloves. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzcav Posted April 22, 2011 Share #9 Posted April 22, 2011 Thought I was the only one with one of those tuxes - ruffled shirt to boot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyCanteen Posted May 1, 2011 Share #10 Posted May 1, 2011 I would not recommend oil, it seems like a good thing to do but it will dry pretty quick and could run into the canvas/leather staining and possibly damaging the item more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBMorley Posted May 1, 2011 Share #11 Posted May 1, 2011 I see nobody has mentioned using "White Vinegar" . . . stinks to high heaven for a bit but works like a charm without damaging fabric. I've used it many times with great success! Hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpl. Cleaver Posted September 10, 2011 Share #12 Posted September 10, 2011 I got a nice 1944 poncho today. Besides the toothpick method, how would be the best way to clean it and not mess up the rubber/canvas?? Tyler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkdriver Posted September 11, 2011 Share #13 Posted September 11, 2011 Are we talking verdigris or corrosion? If it's brass snaps on a cloth belt, it's not verdigris, it's corrosion. If it brass and leather, then that is verdigris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpl. Cleaver Posted September 11, 2011 Share #14 Posted September 11, 2011 Sorry, I guess it is corrosion. Same color and everything as verdigris. TYler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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