On Sat, 8 May 2004 06:02:31 -0700, "Paul O."
wrote:

Did a google for rust removal and saw a few references for removal of
lightly rusted hand tools using table salt and vinegar. Any of you use this
method? If this works would like to try it before scrounging up the parts
for electrolytic rust removal. How much vinegar and salt do you mix with
water? Thanks.

I've used sandpaper, then fine steel wool. Works just fine, and gets
rid of heavy to light rust.

Works on wood too, I hear.

On one very badly rusted item I started with a fairly decrepit rough
hone and scraped away with that. This was followed by sandpaper and
steel wool. It changed an old piece of rust I'd bought at a yard sale
for $5 Can into a cabinet maker's plane [hollow grooves in the base,
about 18" long.] I repainted also, and gave it as a gift to a person
with infinitely more talent than I have. He's still using it.

Bill.