Birchwood Casey 16225 Cleaner Degreaser - 3 oz Precision Formula

Before you take on a refinishing project—whether that's a full re-blue or a browning job—your metal needs to start clean. The Birchwood Casey Cleaner Degreaser is a specialized prep cleaner formulated to strip away the buildup that accumulates on gun parts: dirt, grease, oil, wax, powder residue, and carbon. This isn't a general solvent; it's designed as that critical first step that separates a professional-looking finish from a patchy, uneven one. In 3 oz size, it's right-sized for focused metalwork without waste.

Metal finishing demands a clean canvas. Any contaminant left behind—old oil, cosmoline, fingerprints, powder fouling—will interfere with how bluing or browning takes hold and can result in spotty coverage or adhesion problems. A good degreaser cuts through that without the harshness or fume intensity of more volatile solvents, making the process safer for your workspace and more controllable for your results.

If you're prepping a rifle action, shotgun receiver, or pistol slide for a professional or home refinish, this cleaner handles the dirty work so your finish can do its job. The precision formula is potent enough for serious grime but formulated to be less aggressive than harsher alternatives, giving you confidence during prep work.

Note: This product cannot be shipped to California due to CARB (California Air Resource Board) restrictions.

Key Features

• Formulated specifically for pre-bluing and pre-browning metal prep
• Removes dirt, grease, oil, wax, powder, and carbon buildup
• Safer, less volatile formula than harsh industrial cleaners
• 3 oz size—ideal for focused refinishing projects
• Effective first step for professional-quality metal finishes

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this cleaner used for?

This is a prep cleaner designed to prepare gun metal before re-bluing or browning. It removes dirt, grease, oil, wax, powder residue, and carbon—contaminants that would interfere with an even, professional finish.

Is this safe to use compared to other gun cleaners?

Yes. Birchwood Casey formulated this cleaner to be safer and less volatile than harsher industrial solvents, while still being effective at cutting through stubborn buildup.

How much do I get?

This comes in a 3 oz bottle, which is sized for focused metalwork and refinishing projects where you don't need large quantities.

Can I ship this to California?

No. Due to California Air Resource Board (CARB) restrictions, this product cannot be shipped into the state of California.