How to refurbish old Mini-14, AR-15, AK Magazines: Save money and get more mags!

In this TacNerd DIY episode, we bring old, rusty magazines back to life using an affordable and effective method! Watch as we take worn-out steel mags, clean them up with a soda blaster, and restore their finish using Birchwood Casey’s Cold Blue Paste. This step-by-step guide walks you through prepping the surface, blasting off corrosion safely, and applying cold blue for a smooth, durable finish that looks nearly factory fresh.

Whether you're restoring surplus mags, prepping gear for a budget survival kit, or just want to learn the basics of magazine refurbishing, this video covers it all using tools you can easily find at Harbor Freight and your local sporting goods store. Bring your old gear back from the dead—TacNerd style!

NOTE: No actual work is shown in this video to comply with YouTube policy

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