Again, if you don't mind scratches:
Zud cleanser, or BarKeeper's Friend cleanser. Both contain oxalic
acid, which will chemically react with the rust, and the abrasives
(use gently) will help remove it. Do not use if you have a septic system.
Sandy
At 09:59 PM 7/26/2010, you wrote:
I have two pairs of Gingher scissors (with fairly short blades, the
kind you use for trimming seams rather than cutting out) and two
pairs of fancy embroidery scissors (brand unknown) that are unusably
coated with rust. They are all relatively new and I'd prefer to make
them usable instead of replacing them. Long story, but the rust is
my husband's fault. I insisted that he clean them. First he tried a
product called Never-Dull that comes on precoated little fibrous
sheets (and is supposed to clean practically any metal), then he
tried naval jelly and a toothbrush.
They still have a fair amount of rust on them. Does anyone know of a
product or method for cleaning them? I am sorry, but I don't know
what metal the blades are made of.
Fran
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