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ROOM TEMPERATURE NICKEL STRIPPER

ROOM TEMPERATURE NICKEL STRIPPER Reviews & Ratings

Convenient, easy-to-mix and use liquid completely removes both electrolytic and electroless nickel from steel, copper and copper alloys without heating or agitation. Safe and simple to use; usual stripping time is 30 minutes to 4 hours. Re-bottle and use again and again. Gives off strong, ammonia odor, use with adequate ventilation.


SPECS: Part "A", Part "B" 1 qt (946ml) each. Makes 1ј gal. of stripper. Includes instructions.


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Reviews Summary
Overall, the ROOM TEMPERATURE NICKEL STRIPPER receives mixed reviews. Some users praise its effectiveness on electroless nickel plating, while others struggled with electroplated items, reporting minimal results. The product's performance varies significantly based on plating type and application conditions, suggesting a need for careful preparation and realistic expectations.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Effectiveness on Different Plating Types
70%
Reviewers highlight that the stripper works well on electroless nickel but struggles significantly with electroplated items, leading to varied success rates. Users emphasize the importance of understanding the type of nickel treatment before using the product.
Application Conditions
60%
Many reviewers stress that the stripper's efficacy is strongly influenced by temperature and soaking time. While some achieved good results with optimal conditions, others experienced little to no success, indicating the need for precise adherence to instructions.
Value for Money
40%
Some customers found the product costly compared to local stripping services, questioning its overall value. However, a few highlighted significant time and effort savings, particularly in more complicated stripping scenarios.
Customer Support
30%
Several users commented positively on Brownells' customer service, particularly in regards to processing returns and refunds. This aspect adds to the overall satisfaction for the users who faced issues with the product.
Instructions and Preparation
50%
Users noted that following the provided instructions carefully is crucial for success. Many emphasized pre-cleaning and proper mixing of chemicals as essential steps in achieving effective results.
4
Works Well But.....
Works well if the gun is electroless nickle plated. I put a chemically nickel plated 1911 in a glass dish with the stripper and set it in my sink with very hot water surrounding it. It took about three hours and it stripped all the nickel off easily. I had another nickel plated WWII 1911 that was plated with electricity and the stripper did nothing even after five days. If it is electro plated, just reverse the process with a battery and then use Caswells Copper strip to remove the copper flash coating.
4
Good job but costly
I used this kit to strip an S&W M25. I did a good job, but took the whole two bottle kit. I used Acetone to de grease all parts per the instructions. My first attempt at everything but the frame, after ~ 5 hours the 3 1/3 cups of mixed chemical were the color of dark coffee and most of the big parts, cylinder and yoke, were still plated. I then disposed of the used chemicals and replaced with 3 1/3 of fresh chemicals. This completed all of the parts. I then disposed of the second batch of used chemicals and mixed up the remaining chemicals as per the instructions and de plated the frame. It worked but I think it was a bit costly, local prices to strip were ~ 1/2 the cost of the kit.
4
slow but it works
it was slow 10 hr latter , i followed directions as discribed, it did work, gun was a old mauser m-hcs nickel plated by someone, if it was maybe warmer than 70 degrees it may have been faster,