Ladies and gentlemen – what tips do you have for cleaning the EXTERIOR of your brown bess to keep it looking new or return it to its best appearance. Try as I might my brass and steel just look like exactly what they are – well used. I have not used any abrassives – only hot water, oil and soft cloths to date. If anyone is willing to share their best cleaning techniques, I would be happy to hear them!


"Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37, verse 4.


"The lazy do not roast any game, but the diligent feed on the riches of the hunt." Proverbs 12:27