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Author: Library Geek
Date: 2009-03-26 00:10
I just purchased a used plastic Bundy bass clarinet, and the bell has rust in it. There is also a greenish spot toward the bend (as seen from the big opening). Is there a way to get this rust off (without damaging the bell). I just tried some Simple Green, and that cleaned it nicely, but did nothing for the rust. I've no idea if this is a silver or nickel bell (it is not the original bell that came with the instrument. I've tried a few searches here and could not find anything.
thanks for any advice,
Ann
Post Edited (2009-03-26 00:14)
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Author: David Spiegelthal ★2017
Date: 2009-03-26 00:17
That's not rust ('rust' applies only to iron-based metals); what you're seeing is copper oxide from corrosion of the brass (a copper alloy; copper oxide is green) where the nickel plating over the brass has either worn off or never existed. Try some Brasso -- you may have to apply and wipe it off multiple times, but the tarnish will all come off without damaging the metal.
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Author: Library Geek
Date: 2009-03-26 01:45
Thanks!! I didn't know that bass clarinet bells (and necks?) were made of brass. I'll look for some Brasso.
Ann
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Author: Hank Lehrer
Date: 2009-03-26 11:00
DS,
How about a good Blitz Cloth? Takes me back to Ft. Knox and Ft. Gordon so many years ago. Thanks for the Brasso memory.
HRL
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Author: David Spiegelthal ★2017
Date: 2009-03-26 13:54
I know what you mean, HRL -- I first learned about the joys of Brasso at Naval OCS, where it was invaluable in making those belt buckles shine!
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